Board Certified Behavior Analyst - ($3,000 Sign-On Bonus Available)

Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to lead clinical quality strategies in IBHS-ABA Services. This role involves developing comprehensive reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing clinical supervision to staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments. Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality behavioral health services and making a positive impact in the community. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about clinical excellence and staff development.

Qualifications

• Licensed behavior specialist and board certified in behavior analysis required.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive reports and programs based on assessments.
• Ensure compliance and supervision of IBHS-ABA staff.
• Conduct training and monitor staff performance.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Education

Board Certification in Behavior Analysis

Licensure as a Behavior Specialist

Job description

Position Summary:

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) of IBHS-ABA Services leads clinical quality strategies aimed at meeting clinical benchmarks for quality and productivity, ensuring proper client care is being provided in accordance with program contracts. The BCBA provides ongoing clinical staff development and collaborates with the IBHS- ABA Services Administrative/Clinical Director in program planning. Duties generally include establishing clinical practice protocols, case conferencing, and creating and reviewing treatment plans as needed. This position provides both clinical and personnel supervision of the BHT clinical staff. Must have the ability to think globally, solve problems and have good decision-making skills, including critical thinking skills.

Qualifications:

• Be licensed as a behavior specialist.
• Be board certified in behavior analysis from the BACB.

Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive reports, programs and data systems based on assessment outcomes.
• Ensure that staff who provide IBHS-ABA are supervised in accordance with the regulatory requirements.
• Maintain clinical oversight of IBHS-ABA provided.
• Ensure staff who provide IBHS-ABA have access to supervisory staff during the hours that IBHS-ABA are provided, including evenings and weekends.
• Complete and document a clinical record review for quality of the IBHS-ABA provided and compliance with this chapter and document the outcomes of the review quarterly.
• Ensure that training for staff is being provided as required by this chapter. Define, measure, and evaluate program performance data and create continuous improvement plans based on performance data.
• Evaluate staff performance and identify areas of training needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to facilitate training and ensure compliance.
• Monitor the IBHS-ABA agency's compliance with the IBHS/OMHSAS chapter.
• Work in conjunction with the agency's IBHS-ABA Services Administrative and Clinical Director.
• Perform managerial audits to ensure quality assurance.
• Work with other members of the management team to assure successful communication and coordination between all ACRP programs and participate in strategic planning.
• Regularly provide clinical training to clinical services staff and interns as needed and appropriate agency-wide.
• Recruit clinical interns, conduct outreach and maintain working relationships with graduate schools.
• Support all agency licensing and accreditation processes and direct implementation of clinical behavioral health policies and procedures that support this process.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Improvement Program and assure that program staff are knowledgeable of required QA activities and participates in improvement monitoring specific to clinical performance.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Required Clearances and Documentation:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Act 31/Act 126 Clearance Mandated Reporter Training.
• Act 34 Clearance Pennsylvania State Police Background Check (Criminal History).
• Act 114 Clearance FBI Fingerprint.
• Act 33 Clearance Pennsylvania Child Abuse History.