Senior Medical BCBA

Upstate Caring Partners, Inc.; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health insurance

7% retirement match

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Generous PTO

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners, Inc. is seeking a Temporary Senior Medical BCBA to bridge hospital-based care and community services for individuals with IDD, across emergency departments, inpatient units, and crisis settings in Central New York.

You will lead clinical teams, provide crisis intervention, supervise BCBAs and RBTs, and champion evidence-based, restraint-free approaches while coordinating transitions back to the community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA/related field.
• BCBA certification.
• Minimum 7 years of related experience.
• Experience with IDD and complex behavioral needs.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess individuals with IDD in EDs, inpatient settings, stabilization units, and mobile crisis environments.
• Provide on-site behavioral consultation, crisis intervention, de-escalation support, and functional behavior assessments.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, therapists, and clinical teams to develop effective behavior support plans and treatment strategies.
• Deliver training and consultation to hospital and crisis staff on IDD-specific care and evidence-based behavioral interventions.
• Coordinate discharge planning and ensure seamless transitions to community supports and services.
• Collect and analyze behavioral data to evaluate progress and improve outcomes.
• Provide supervision and mentorship for BCBAs, RBTs, and clinical staff pursuing professional development and certification.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Crisis intervention

Data collection/analysis

Team collaboration

Supervision/mentorship

Education

Master’s degree in ABA/related field

BCBA certification

Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA)

Doctoral degree

Job description

Pay $100,000 - $108,000

Make a Meaningful Impact at the Intersection of Healthcare and Behavioral Health

Are you a passionate BCBA looking for an opportunity to make a lasting difference for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)? Upstate Caring Partners is seeking a Temporary Senior Medical BCBA to play a critical role in transforming how individuals with complex behavioral and medical needs are supported across hospital, crisis, and community settings.

In this unique and highly collaborative position, you'll work alongside medical professionals, crisis teams, and community providers to ensure individuals receive compassionate, evidence-based care when they need it most. From supporting patients in emergency departments and inpatient units to developing behavior support strategies and facilitating successful transitions back into the community, your expertise directly improve outcomes and quality of life.

Why This Role Matters

This is more than a traditional BCBA position. You will serve as a clinical leader helping bridge the gap between acute healthcare and community-based services for individuals with IDD. Your work will help:

• Reduce avoidable emergency department visits and hospital readmissions
• Support individuals experiencing behavioral health crises
• Educate and empower healthcare professionals
• Improve care coordination and treatment planning
• Promote restraint-free, person-centered approaches to care

Core Responsibilities

• Identify and assess individuals with IDD in emergency departments, inpatient settings, stabilization units, and mobile crisis environments.
• Provide on-site behavioral consultation, crisis intervention, de-escalation support, and functional behavior assessments.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, therapists, and clinical teams to develop effective behavior support plans and treatment strategies.
• Deliver training and consultation to hospital and crisis staff on IDD-specific care and evidence-based behavioral interventions.
• Coordinate discharge planning and ensure seamless transitions to community supports and services.
• Collect and analyze behavioral data to evaluate progress and improve outcomes.
• Provide supervision and mentorship for BCBAs, RBTs, and clinical staff pursuing professional development and certification.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• Minimum 7 years of related experience
• Experience supporting individuals with IDD and complex behavioral needs
• Strong communication, clinical decision-making, and collaboration skills
• Valid New York State Driver's License and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA)
• Doctoral degree
• Experience in healthcare, hospital, behavioral health, crisis intervention, or emergency settings

Work Environment

This position operates across diverse settings, including:

• Hospitals and emergency departments
• Psychiatric and stabilization units
• Community-based and mobile crisis environments

Flexibility is important, as evening and weekend hours may be required to support patient and crisis response needs.

Benefits

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

Temporary Opportunity

This is a temporary position offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking model of integrated healthcare and behavioral support. Ideal for experienced BCBAs seeking a challenging, meaningful role where they can make an immediate impact. Contract concludes June 2027.

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.