Board-Certified Behavior Analyst

Empower Behavioral Health; Weslaco (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days of paid time off annually

Work-from-home options once a week

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits offered

401k option available

Employee Referral Program - Bonus opportunities up to $2,500

Incentive bonus program for all clinical staff

DoorDash and Calm Business subscriptions upon hire

Job summary

Empower Behavioral Health in Weslaco, TX, seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide clinic-based ABA services to patients and families. The role involves supervising treatment protocol implementation, conducting assessments, and developing individualized programs.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, BCBA certification in good standing, and at least 2 years of experience working with children with autism. The position offers a supportive team, work-from-home options, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working with children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinic-based ABA services to EBH patients and families.
• Supervise implementation of treatment protocols.
• Conduct assessments and parent questionnaires.
• Develop and write individualized behavior acquisition programs.
• Conduct functional analyses as part of assessments.
• Write behavior intervention plans for behavior reduction.
• Update treatment plans based on best practices.
• Implement and supervise data collection systems.
• Provide behavioral support in an interdisciplinary treatment setting.
• Evaluate patient progress and oversee discharge plans.
• Conduct individual parent trainings monthly.
• Maintain BCBA certification with continuing education.
• Obtain and maintain state licensure.

Skills

Planning and Evaluating (Workload Management)

Problem-Solving

Customer Service – Client/Patient

Decision Making

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Written and Oral Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis or related field

Board certification and in good standing as a BCBA

Current BCBA licensure in Texas

Job description

Location

Weslaco, TX

Benefits

• Small Caseloads (6-8)
• Heavy emphasis on clinical quality
• Dedicated teams to support each clinic: Clinical Quality & Operations
• 28 days of paid time off annually
• Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM schedule
• No evenings or weekends
• Work-from-home options once a week
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits offered (and many more)
• 401k option available
• Employee Referral Program - Bonus opportunities up to $2,500
• Incentive bonus program for all clinical staff
• DoorDash and Calm Business subscriptions upon hire

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide clinic-based ABA services to EBH patients and families
• Supervise implementation of treatment to ensure satisfactory implementation of protocols
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments and parent questionnaires
• Develop and write individualized behavior acquisition programs for patients
• Conduct descriptive and functional analyses as part of functional assessments
• Write behavior intervention plans for behavior reduction targets for patients
• Develop and write initial treatment plans and update plans in accordance with best practice and insurance guidelines
• Implement and supervise data collection systems
• Provide behavioral support for patients in an interdisciplinary treatment setting
• Evaluate and report patient progress toward treatment goals and oversee transition and discharge plans
• Conduct individual parent/caregiver trainings on a monthly basis at minimum and group trainings as needed
• Attend department meetings and interdisciplinary staff meetings
• Maintain BCBA certification by acquiring continuing education in BACB required categories
• Obtain and maintain state licensure
• Abide by the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts

Requirements

• Planning and Evaluating (Workload Management)
• Problem-Solving
• Customer Service – Client/Patient
• Decision Making
• Interpersonal Skills
• Time Management
• Written and Oral Communication

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis or related field
• Board certification and in good standing as a BCBA
• Must obtain and maintain current BCBA licensure in Texas

• Minimum of 2 years working with children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move or transport up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to run or walk throughout 6–8-hour sessions (i.e., patient eloping)
• Must be able to respond quickly to manage behaviors (i.e., block aggression, move furniture)
• Must be able to be seated on the floor when needed for patient
• Must be able to transition from seated on the floor to standing quickly to respond to aggression/severe behavior
• Must be able to bend or twist to utilize physical management
• Must be able to maintain physical holds for aggressive patients for extended periods of time when needed

Equal Employment Opportunity

Empower Behavioral Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.