Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst to design and implement tailored treatment plans for patients with behavioral health challenges. The role requires collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, utilizing evidence-based assessments, and ensuring effective therapy through ongoing data analysis. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and certification in behavior analysis, along with experience in the field to support individuals in achieving their therapy goals.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience working with individuals who have behavioral health challenges.
• Certification/Licensure as required by state.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Train staff and other professionals to implement ABA treatment plans.
• Analyze data on treatment goals and adjust strategies accordingly.

Skills

Behavior Analysis

Data Analysis

Communication

Empathy

Education

Master’s degree in special education or psychology

Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

Tools

Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment

Adaptive Behavior Assessment System

ADOS

Job description

Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital is looking for a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. The BCBA will play a vital role on our team designing and implementing individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based assessment strategies, utilizing data to track progress and adjust strategies as needed providing the most effective therapy for each individual patient.

• 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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