Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Acadia Healthcare; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Battle Creek seeks a qualified Behavior Analyst to implement ABA treatment plans and ensure family involvement in patient care. The role requires advanced education in psychology, extensive experience with behavioral health challenges, and Board certification. Successful candidates will complete necessary assessments and training, work closely with interdisciplinary teams, and prioritize patient safety and satisfaction.

Benefits

Training provided for CPR and restraint techniques

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience with behavioral health challenges.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• State-required licensure.

Responsibilities

• Utilize assessment tools to write operationally defined goals.
• Treat problem behavior with function-based approaches.
• Involve families in treatment consultations and goals.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis

Data Analysis

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Patient Safety Awareness

Client Consultation

Education

Master’s degree in special education, psychology, or related field

Certification by the Behavior Analyst certification Board

Job description

• Utilize a variety of assessment tools which may include the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program and Adaptive Behavior Assessment System, to write operationally defined goals and objectives.
• Treat problem behavior with a function-based approach, utilizing teaching procedures based in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Consistently and frequently analyze data on treatment goals and adjust teaching procedures and intervention strategies according to data, collecting functional assessment data when appropriate.
• Involve the family in treatment by meeting with parents/guardians consistently providing consultations and/or providing training sessions as needed and ensuring treatment plans include parent goals.
• Train staff and other professionals to implement ABA treatment plans.
• Assess the patient’s treatment needs and write detailed goals and objectives for each patient’s treatment plan so that progress may be tracked and measured.
• Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to facilitate the optimum behavior plan.
• Oversee implementation of programming, data collection, and procedural fidelity of Registered Behavior Technicians and Behavior Technicians.
• Maintain and complete reports and session/supervision notes.
• Conduct appropriate assessments which may include ADOS and other specific assessments in a timely manner.
• Create programming procedures and materials and complete all necessary documentation requirements timely.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolved complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Certification by the Behavior Analyst certification Board required.
• Master’s degree in special education, psychology, or related field, with specialized knowledge of behavioral health and treatment philosophies and professional practices.
• Three years’ experience working with individuals who have behavioral health challenges

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certification/Licensure as required by state.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

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