BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (BCBA)

Laurel Heights Hospital; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

40 hours/week

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Impact lives

Job summary

Laurel Heights Hospital in Atlanta, GA is seeking a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) for a full-time position to lead Applied Behavior Analysis based treatment for individuals with autism.

You will supervise RBTs, develop and implement BIPs, analyze data to measure progress, provide weekly parent trainings, and participate in treatment team meetings to ensure high-quality, collaborative care across a residential setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis required.
• BCBA certification required.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, especially autism.
• Knowledge of special education practices and principles.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to behavioral health.
• Proficient in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: Conducts a minimum of 2 comprehensive assessments to identify the client's needs and goals (FBA as needed).
• Plan Development: Creates individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Supervision: Supervises RBTs, providing training, guidance, and ongoing support.
• Data Analysis: Regularly reviews and analyzes data to measure client progress and adjust plans.
• Collects graphed behavioral data from RBT and interprets data for medical chart.
• Provide Weekly Parent Trainings and document findings into medical chart.
• Lead Treatment Team meetings with all updates.
• Weekly meetings with RBT and Social worker to collaborate on Treatment 3x weekly.
• Quarterly Fidelity Checks.

Skills

BCBA certification

Autism experience

Data analysis

Communication skills

Residential facility experience

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis

Job description

Responsibilities

Laurel Heights Hospital is seeking a BCBA (BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST) (FULL-TIME). Join our talented team of professionals as we work to provide the most effective treatment utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive pay commensurate with education and experience
• Full comprehensive benefits package offered to full-time employees including health, vision, dental, life, retirement, short-term/long-term disability, and supplemental insurance.
• Employee assistance program and employee perks network included.
• Full-time hours (40/week) guaranteed!
• Professional development and growth opportunities!
• Exciting and fast-paced work environment with supportive supervisory team!
• Opportunity to positively impact the lives of those significantly impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorders seeking treatment at Laurel Heights from all over the United States!

Qualifications

Experience in a residential facility a plus

BCBA Responsibilities

• Assessment: Conducts a minimum of 2 comprehensive assessments to identify the client's needs and goals. (FBA as needed)
• Plan Development: Creates individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Supervision: Supervises RBTs, providing training, guidance, and ongoing support.
• Data Analysis: Regularly reviews and analyzes data to measure client progress and adjust plans.
• Collects graphed behavioral Data from RBT and interprets data for medical chart using Interpretive Data Document
• Provide Weekly Parent Trainings and Document findings into medical Chart
• Lead Treatment Team meetings with all updates
• Weekly meetings with RBT and Social worker to collaborate on Treatment 3x weekly
• Quarterly Fidelity Checks

Experience

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, particularly autism.
• Knowledge of special education practices and principles.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to behavioral health.
• Proficient in conducting diagnostic evaluations and assessments.
• Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

• Minimum of a master's degree in applied Behavior Analysis
• Certified and maintain credentialing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a BCBA in good standing.
• must have/obtain license

The ideal candidate has exceptional oral and written communication skills; legible handwriting; ability to maintain information as highly confidential; telephone etiquette and customer service skills by phone and face-to-face; familiarity with medical and psychological terminology preferred; skills in dealing courteously with the public and other staff within the organization; skills in prioritizing and in managing time; problem‑solving skills; use of appropriate social skills, including demonstration and respect for staff and patients; empathy toward children and adolescents; basic knowledge of child growth and development preferred; experience working with children with autism; skill in following behavioral plans necessary; able to respond to children/adolescents in a consistent and caring manner, consistent in maintaining professional boundaries; willingness to seek supervision in this regard when necessary.