Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Devereux; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Benefits plans

403(b) plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Glenholme School, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, in Washington, CT, seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to support students with learning differences and behavioral challenges. You will develop and implement evidence-based behavior plans, analyze progress, and collaborate with families and staff to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities include data-driven treatment planning, staff training, and ongoing coordination with social workers and clinicians to ensure best practices

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, special education or related field required.
• Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA) required.
• Experience with applied behavior analysis and working with children/adolescents with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorders.

Responsibilities

• Consult with social workers on the application of Applied Behavior Analysis for home environments.
• Formulate, evaluate and revise behavior treatment plans.
• Manage database to track behavior treatment data.
• Analyze data and make recommendations regarding the behavior program.
• Communicate with parents and/or agencies about progress and challenges in behavior and treatment.
• Prepare and present graphs, charts, and representations of data in a timely manner.
• Attend Behavior Team Meeting weekly and participate in related meetings.
• Maintain availability for crisis intervention and emergencies.

Skills

BCBA

Applied Behavior Analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Staff training

Education

Master's degree in psychology/special education

BCBA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Experience credit applied in addition to base pay capping out at $87,964.00

Benefits & Rewards

• 24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
• Quality low cost benefits (you can view our plans by visiting https://benefits.devereux.org)
• 403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
• Employee Assistance Program

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The Glenholme School

Are you interested in making a life-saving difference for children and adolescents? Would you enjoy being part of a team working to change the world for the better?

If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!

For over 50 years -- The Glenholme School, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, has provided a comprehensive residential program and services for children with learning differences and special needs. Located in picturesque Washington, CT the BCBA position will be part of a cohesive, passionate and dynamic team. The selected candidate will foster Devereux’s mission and values of quality care as well as providing top-notch and individualized therapeutic care for our students.

Position

We are seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has experience with the student population and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning differences and mental health/behavioral challenges. If this describes you, then look no further!

Schedule

• Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm
• Weekend on-call rotation

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Consult with Social Workers on the application of Applied Behavior Analysis for the home environments of our students.
• Formulate, evaluate and revise behavior treatment plans.
• Manage database to track behavior treatment data.
• Analyze data and make recommendations regarding the behavior program.
• Communicate with parents and/or agencies via telephone or in-person conferences to discuss students’ progress and challenges in behavior and treatment.
• Prepare and present relevant graphs, charts, and other representations of behavior treatment data in a timely manner.
• Participate extensively in Treatment Integrity Review, PPT, and other meetings related to treatment progress.
• Maintain availability to students and staff for crisis intervention, emergency consultations and solution of non-routine problems.
• Attend Behavior Team Meeting weekly.
• Monitor individual and aggregate data on response to treatment; identify non-responders, recommend changes to treatment plans and evaluate progress.
• Guide staff in establishing a milieu treatment environment conducive to developing more socially appropriate behaviors for students.
• Develop and implement in-service training sessions on PBIS philosophy and the behavior program.
• Assist with the development and monitoring of individualized student contracts and behavior interventions.
• Ensure confidentiality regarding student information.
• Maintain high standards of personal, professional and ethical behavior.
• Assume all duties, special assignments and projects as required by Executive Administration.

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Qualifications

Education: Master's degree in psychology, special education or related field. Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA) required.

Experience: Must have strong applied behavior analysis skills and significant experience working with children/adolescents/adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorders. Significant experience writing Positive Behavior support plans and conducting FBAs, and training staff also required. Requires excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient computer skills and mastery of Microsoft Office applications. Valid driver’s license must be maintained.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE