Schedule
Part‑time — 20 hours per week.
This position will support our patients on the Brown Deer campus with no additional travel. Pay is based on hours worked, not patients seen or billable hours.
Position Summary
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is responsible for providing applied behavior analysis (ABA) services to individuals with behavioral health needs within an inpatient setting. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing and implementing behavior intervention plans, providing training and support to staff, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary treatment team (therapists, RNs, mental health techs, doctors, etc.) to promote a safe and therapeutic environment supporting 24/7 care delivery.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) to identify the function of challenging behaviors exhibited by patients.
- Develop individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) based on FBA results, utilizing evidence‑based strategies and techniques.
- Implement and monitor BIPs, collecting and analyzing data to evaluate effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
- Document patient progress, interventions, and data in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and therapists, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
- Escalate trends for program development and change to site leadership; share findings with the treatment team. Provide training and ongoing support to nursing staff, mental health technicians, and other team members on the implementation of BIPs and ABA principles.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, providing clinical expertise and recommendations regarding behavior management.
- Actively participate in workplace safety for patients and staff, including crisis intervention.
- May supervise the work of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) or other Behavior Technicians, providing guidance and feedback.
- Support team operations through additional responsibilities aligned with organizational priorities and Rogers Culture Agreements, including but not limited to supporting goal achievement and cross‑functional projects or initiatives beyond core responsibilities.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines—follow ethical codes of conduct and maintain confidentiality in all interactions with patients.
- Report and document suspected cases of physical, sexual abuse and/or neglect according to state law and System policy and procedure.
- Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
- Demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach and collaboration among departments.
- Communicate assertively and accurately.
- Receive feedback in a productive manner to further personal and professional development.
Education and Training Requirements
- Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, or a related health field, within the state of practice.
- Current and recognized certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), within the state of practice and by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience working as a BCBA, conducting FBAs and developing and implementing BIPs for individuals with a variety of behavioral health needs, preferably in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
- American Heart Association CPR certification within thirty (30) days of hire; bi‑annual re‑certification is required.
- Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) within sixty (60) days of hire/transfer; annual re‑certification is required.
- Compliance with RCC and CBRF employee requirements, as applicable.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Employee share program.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Flex spending accounts.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Health and wellness program.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
Coverage
Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits creates and publishes the machine‑readable files on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health. To link to the machine‑readable files, please visit Transparency in Coverage (uhc.com).