Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) 2026-00709

State of Wyoming; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation & holidays

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) in Lander seeks a Behavior Analyst to join an interdisciplinary team, delivering psychological and behavioral services in Skilled Nursing/ICF settings. Develop functional assessments and positive behavior support plans for a steady resident caseload to improve quality of life.

Preference given to BCBA certification; role emphasizes data collection, plan development, staff training, crisis de-escalation, and collaborative care with IDTs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology or related field required.
• Licensed or eligible for Wyoming Behavior Analyst licensure or exempt status.

Responsibilities

• Conduct annual behavior assessments including functional and adaptive testing.
• Develop and implement formal behavior support plans with revisions as needed.
• Collect, interpret, and document data to monitor program effectiveness.
• Train and in-service staff on behavior plans and de-escalation techniques.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and human rights committees.
• Provide data-driven reports for behavioral medication and program reviews.
• Lead debriefings with staff after complex interventions.
• Monitor residents daily and support direct care staff.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Data analysis

Crisis management

Staff training

Communication (verbal & written)

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) is seeking a Behavior Analyst to join our interdisciplinary team in Lander. Our campus provides residential and treatment services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, brain injuries, and mental health challenges.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing psychological and behavioral services within our Skilled Nursing and Intermediate Care facilities. You will focus on developing functional assessments and positive behavior support plans to improve the quality of life for a consistent caseload of residents. This position offers a stable clinical environment with an emphasis on long-term outcomes and collaborative team support.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• And MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Tammy / 307-335-6784 / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducting annual behavior assessments, including functional and adaptive testing.
• Developing and implementing formal behavior support plans and revising them based on resident needs.
• Collecting, interpreting, and documenting data to monitor the effectiveness of behavioral programs.
• Training and in servicing staff on specific behavior plans and de-escalation techniques.
• Participating in clinical meetings and committees, including Interdisciplinary Teams (IDTs) and Human Rights Committees.
• Providing data-driven reports for behavioral medication and program reviews.
• Leading debriefings with staff following complex behavioral interventions.
• Completing daily rounds to monitor residents and support direct care staff.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants who possess or are pursuing BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) certification.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and psychological disorders.
• Ability to collect and analyze data to develop successful intervention programs.
• Skills in crisis management and the ability to de-escalate behavioral episodes safely.
• Ability to train staff on a variety of behavior support plans and techniques.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication for professional reporting.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Master's Degree or higher

Experience

One (1) year of progressive work experience (typically in Psychology)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Behavior Analyst in the State of Wyoming or exempt from licensure pursuant to Wyoming Statute § 33-27-125

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to safely move (twisting, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling) position and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
• Ability to monitor sounds, noises, locations of residents, etc., to assure safety and assess imminent danger and emerging concerns.
• Ability to work alone and/or with multiple residents.
• Requires skills in crisis management and the ability to intervene during times of resident behavior episodes.

NOTES

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.