Board Certified Behavior Analyst - ABA Services (Anaconda, MT)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

FSA

HSA

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Advancement

Professional Development

Job summary

AWARE is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our team in Anaconda, MT in a full-time capacity. The role focuses on delivering high-quality ABA services to adults, children, and families in the community.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing ABA programs, conducting assessments, and training staff to ensure evidence-based interventions. Montana driver’s license and licensure are required. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and BCBA certification required.
• Minimum five years direct work experience as a BCBA or in a similar role.
• Montana driver's license and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Develop materials and provide resources for and provide professional learning in ABA and/or related methodologies.
• Plan and oversee development and implementation of ABA programs for clients with ASD and other disabilities.
• Provide behavioral assessments.
• Assist staff with development and implementation of behavior plans and ABA programs.
• Work with clients with challenging behaviors and train staff accordingly.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments and provide professional learning.
• Maintain knowledge of cognitive, educational, vocational and social challenges of persons with disabilities.
• Plan, organize, and implement projects and schedules.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies and the public.
• Manage training workshops and presentations.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Behavior analysis

Staff training

Client-focused care

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or related field

BCBA certification/licensure

Job description

Description

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

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE.

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. If you are looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply to join our team at AWARE.

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.