Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Northeast Center for Youth and Families; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Northeast Center for Youth and Families in Springfield, MA is seeking a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) to support the development and implementation of behavioral supports for clients with diverse needs. This role includes developing functional behavior assessments, creating treatment plans, and providing crisis intervention.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in a related field and BCBA certification. Join our dedicated team and help empower individuals and families towards healthier lives.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required in relevant field.
• BCBA Certification is mandatory.
• Experience in writing IEP goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement functional behavior assessments.
• Create and refine behavior strategies and treatment plans.
• Conduct crisis intervention as needed.

Skills

Functional behavior assessments

Behavior strategies development

Crisis intervention

Data collection

Education

Master’s Degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Psychology, Human Services, or Special Education

BCBA Certification

Job description

About NCYF

Northeast Center for Youth & Families, Inc. (NCYF) is a team of devoted and highly skilled professionals and paraprofessionals who provide quality care to the individuals we serve. Our agency is led by a passionate leadership team based out of our Easthampton main office. NCYF opened its doors in 1972, became incorporated in 1976, and has multiple locations providing foster care services, in‑home therapy, outpatient therapy, treatment residences, and therapeutic day programs. For nearly 50 years, we have been committed to providing innovative and high quality care to our consumers. Our mission is to empower individuals, children, adults, and families to live healthy and successful lives. Our values include respect, integrity, compassion, and hope.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Disability
• Group Term Life/Voluntary Life
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal/Sick time
• Whole Life, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Member Discounts

Position Overview

The role of a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) is to support the development, implementation, and refinement of programmatic and individual behavioral supports for clients with social, emotional, and behavioral health needs. The BCBA will function as a specialist, increase the capacity of all team members to effectively provide behavioral support, and act as the primary interventionist in data collection, assessments, and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement functional behavior assessments and analyses.
• Create and refine behavior strategies and treatment plans for clients.
• Provide group work to youth and conduct crisis intervention as needed.
• Maintain data, paperwork, and communication with personal care staff and families.
• Provide ongoing feedback to government related agencies.
• Perform ongoing support, training workshops, and direct supervision to support professionals.
• Meet with supervised staff as needed to discuss ongoing client issues and provide support.
• Transport clients to and from site using agency or personal vehicle.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director of Residential Services.

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Psychology, Human Services, or Special Education.
• Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) Certification.
• Approved CORI & DCF background checks (preformed by the EEC).
• Approved driving background check.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience with writing IEP goals, objectives, and benchmarks.

EEO Statement

AA/EOE: we believe diversity strengthens our organization!