Board Certified Behavior Analyst - ABA Services

Aware Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

FSA/HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Advancement

Professional Development

Job summary

AWARE is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our team in Great Falls, MT. This full-time position starts at $70,000 per year and offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

The ideal candidate will hold BCBA certification, have an advanced degree in psychology or a related field, and at least five years of direct ABA experience. A valid Montana driver's license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Maintain professional license/certification as required by governing boards.
• Advanced degree in psychology or related field with relevant supervisory credentials.
• At least five years of direct work experience in ABA or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop materials and provide professional learning in ABA and related methodologies.
• Plan and oversee ABA program development and implementation for clients with ASD.
• Provide behavioral assessments and design behavior plans.
• Train staff on ABA programs and behavior support strategies.
• Manage a caseload and travel within the assigned area to deliver services.
• Document notes, assessments, referrals, and data entries in the EHR system.

Skills

BCBA certification

Staff training

Communication skills

Caseload management

Education

MS/MA/PhD in Psychology or related field

Job description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst - $70,000.00 per year to start. AWARE - Great Falls, MT - Full Time

AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a board-certified behavior analyst.

The support we provide helps the adults, children, and families we serve become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. We are a compassionate and fully engaged team that is dedicated to providing the best possible care to our clients. Our strength lies in our culture of care, and we are looking for individuals who share our commitment to providing unconditional care to those in need.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Develop materials and provide resources for and provide professional learning in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and/or other evidence-based methodologies related to addressing the needs of clients with behavior difficulties.
• Plan and oversee the development and implementation of programs, policies, and best practices related to instruction using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for clients with ASD and other disabilities.
• Provide behavioral assessments.
• Assist staff with the development and implementation of behavior plans, ABA programs and other appropriate programs for clients with ASD and/or other disabilities that present behavior/learning challenges.
• Work with clients who exhibit inappropriate behaviors and provide support and professional learning for staff who work with clients who exhibit such.
• Provide professional learning and conduct functional behavior assessments for clients
• Solid knowledge of the cognitive, educational, vocational and social challenges encountered by persons with disabilities;
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks/goals for self and others;
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of staff training and development.
• Skilled in using an assortment of audio and video equipment for the development of training programs.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Skilled in workshop management and presentation and in organizing and scheduling people, places, and events.
• Evaluates training packages for their usefulness to the organization and individual components.
• Confers with management to gain knowledge of work situations regarding training for employees to better understand changes in policies, procedures, regulations, and technologies.
• Must have the knowledge and qualifications to train employees in the specific and mandatory training areas of A.W.A.R.E., Inc. or be willing to obtain these qualifications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
• Effective and creative negotiator and problem solver.
• Manages a caseload as needed and travels within the geographical area of the assigned caseload to provide needed services.
• Must demonstrate – on a consistent basis – the willingness and ability to productively utilize work time in order to meet the needs of the individuals being served as directed, with the understanding that specific fiscal goals (billing, case load number maintenance, weekly) must be met on a monthly basis.
• Records notes, billing units, assessments, referrals, and other data entry assignments via AWARE’s Electronic Healthcare Record System.

Benefits

Health Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401k, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Advancement, Professional Development.

Requirements

Talents, skills, and abilities

• In addition - and as a condition of continued employment - AWARE's BCBA must maintain the specific professional license and/or professional certification as required by state, federal governing boards, and other such certification boards.
• An advanced degree (MS, MA, PhD) in Psychology, Social Work, or related field. Requires five years of direct work experience. Position must be filled with a person certified in behavior analysis.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Montana Driver's License, with an acceptable driving record. Must pass a criminal and protective services background check.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.