Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Community Options Job Board; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

403b retirement plan

Continuing Education

Licensure Reimbursement

Hybrid Schedule

EAP

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join Positive Options Behavioral Health.

You will implement ABA-based plans, supervise staff, and collaborate with the clinical team to support youth in developing behaviors, communication, and independence. The role offers hybrid work options, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven nonprofit.

Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification is required.
• Experience supervising RVTs/Behavior Support Specialists.
• Experience delivering ABA therapy to youth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement ABA-based behavior support plans.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Develop and monitor Behavioral Support Plans.
• Provide supervision to staff.
• Collaborate with clinical team.
• Maintain documentation and data collection.

Skills

ABA Therapy

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Crisis management

Data collection & analysis

Education

BCBA Certification

TN licensure eligible

Tools

ABA Software

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a non-profit agency and national leader in providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are currently seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst inChattanooga, TN to join Positive Optionsbehavioral health division. We utilize positive behavior supports and trauma informed care to provide ethical and client-centered ABA therapy that ensures each individual achieves their full potential. The BCBA uses best practices and technologies within a community setting to assist youth with acquiring, retaining, improving and generalizing the behavioral, self-help, socialization, relational and communication skills needed to enhance relationships, and increase independence and functioning. Targeted approaches will assist youth in regulating emotional and behavioral responses, developing meaningful relationships, and effectively understanding and expressing their needs to the best of their ability, which will aid in the successful transition to less intensive community services.Positive Options prioritizes staff success by providing the technology, resources, benefits, autonomy, and flexibility that creates our unparalleled work culture.

$75,000- $90,000 annual salary based on experience

Responsibilities

• Implement behavioral support interventions and activities based on individual needs and ongoing assessment; frequency and duration may decrease or vary throughout the stay
• Provide Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) – Functional Behavioral Assessment and development of a Behavioral Support Plan
• Supervise RVT/Behavior Support Specialist staff as needed
• Implement the individualized Behavior Support Plan
• Provide Positive Behavioral Supports
• Provide training and supervision to support staff providing ABA services
• Provide direct supervision of the behavior technicians as required by Board Certification standards
• Modify the Behavioral Support Plan based on frequent, systematic evaluation of direct observational data
• Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Provide coordinated support with program staff and participate as part of the clinical team
• Additional responsibilities as assigned
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Valid Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record
• Complete all state and agency required trainings
• Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with the youth and their families
• Ability to exercise good judgement and remain calm in a crisis
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written forms
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Required to share on-call coverage with other clinicians to ensure around the clock crisis response
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
• While performing duties of the job, employee travels by automobile, utilizing own vehicle, and is exposed to changing weather conditions

Why Positive Options?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays—Including a birthday holiday
• 403b retirement plan with employer match
• Exceptional career growth opportunities
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Paid certification and licensure renewals
• Opportunities to expand your scope of practice
• Innovative ABA software to decrease paperwork and administrative tasks
• Electronic assessments, scheduling, plan development, session notes, data collection, graphs, progress reviews, and discharge plans
• Create your own schedule/no micromanaging
• Hybrid opportunities are available in most areas
• Support and mentorship from highly-experienced clinicians
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction
• Employee incentive & discount programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V

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