Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Villa Esperanza Services; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Villa Esperanza Services seeks a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst to support students in a non-traditional school setting in Pasadena. The BCBA will implement BIPs, collect in vivo data, and coach staff in ABA and DIR methods to promote safe, evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities include coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, participating in IEP meetings, and providing supervision and training to instructional staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working in Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university with coursework in Child Development, Counseling or related topics within a Special Education environment.
• Working toward BCBA certification or in a relevant Master's program.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience training others in ABA, autism and/or behavior related topics.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification, and familiarity with safe restraint techniques.

Responsibilities

• BCBA will create and implement Behavior Intervention Plans and programming.
• Collect data in vivo for all targets; track target behavior and replacement behavior.
• Monitor, mentor and collaborate with Instructional Assistants in assigned classrooms.
• Observe staff and coach on behavioral interventions in classroom and other school settings.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary school team and participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Prepare for regular treatment team meetings and utilize supervision for high-quality services.

Skills

ABA experience

Communication skills

Staff training

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Development Education or related Special Education

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst will often serve in the role of trainer, liaison and co-supervisor in applied behavior analysis and other evidence-based approaches. Working in a non-traditional school setting, the Behavior Interventionist will support individuals with a variety of diagnoses and qualifying disabilities including Emotional Disturbance, Autism, OHI, Intellectual Disability and has knowledge of behavioral considerations for students with trauma history.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BCBA will create and implement Behavior Intervention Plans and programming

Collect data in vivo for all targets; track target behavior and replacement behavior.

Knowledgeable of the functions of behavior; accurately collect ABC data

Monitor, mentor and collaborate with Instructional Assistants in assigned classrooms

Observe staff and coach on behavioral interventions in classroom and other school settings

Knowledge of ABA and DIR methodologies and familiarity with instructing others on evidence-based behavior practices

Assist in creating a safe and positive learning environment with trauma informed care for students with severe emotional and/or behavioral issues (Severe seems more appropriate for a counsellor’s role).

Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary school team on a consistent basis as needed to ensure rigorous and consistent implementation of BIP plan.

Prepares for and participates in regular treatment team meetings and IEP meetings as needed. Utilizes supervision, consultation, and training to provide high-quality services to clients in an effective manner

Assist students with toileting and diaper change diapers/assist with bathroom time.

Perform other duties assigned.

COMPENSATION: $45.00 - $55.00/hour

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM (28-30hrs/week)

WORK LOCATION: On-site.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid California Driver's License and reliable transportation

Minimum 2 years' experience working in Applied Behavior Analysis

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university, with coursework in Child Development, Counseling or related topics within a Special Education environment

Working toward Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and currently in a relevant Master's program or having completed a qualifying Master's Degree

Effective verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Experience with training others in ABA, autism and/or behavior related topics

Proficient in Behavioral Documentation and Data Collection

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Child Development Education, or related Special Education field

Experience working with Moderate to Severe Special Education students

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) and Standard First Aid

Experience working with approved safe student restraint techniques