Senior Residential BCBA — Lead Behavior Support & Training

Melmark New England; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan (Melmark Sponsored)

403(b) with employer matching

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life, AD&D, Disability insurance

Professional Conference and Research

Job summary

Melmark New England is seeking a Residential BCBA to oversee a residential caseload of up to 16 students across two residences. You will implement Behavior Intervention Strategies, conduct functional assessments, and provide weekly direct observations while coordinating across school and residential sites.

The role requires strong leadership, 7–10 years of clinical service delivery and supervision experience, and 3–5 years in program management.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or Special Education (Doctoral degree preferred).
• BCBA certification required.
• 7–10 years of experience in clinical service delivery and supervision in school settings.
• 3–5 years of experience in program management, staff supervision, and training.
• Expertise in applied behavior analysis, functional analysis, and evidence-based intervention strategies for individuals with significant challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments, develop and oversee behavior support plans, and ensure IEP behavioral objectives are met.
• Provide weekly direct observations in classroom and residential settings, adjusting intervention strategies as needed.
• Implement Melmark’s Behavior Intervention Strategies across clinical settings with a focus on procedural integrity.
• Train and mentor management staff and direct care personnel using a structured feedback system.
• Assist in crisis management across school and residential settings, ensuring effective intervention strategies.
• Oversee the Student Weekly Review process and ensure timely implementation of recommendations.
• Serve as a clinical supervisor and mentor for students in the BCBA program.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, admissions committees, and senior clinical meetings to support student progress.
• Assist with parent training and engagement both onsite and in-home settings as needed.

Skills

BCBA certification

Clinical supervision

Program management

Staff training

Leadership

Education

Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or Special Education

Doctoral degree preferred

Job description

Melmark New England is seeking a Residential BCBA to oversee a residential caseload of up to 16 students across two residences. You will implement Behavior Intervention Strategies, conduct functional assessments, and provide weekly direct observations while coordinating across school and residential sites.

The role requires strong leadership, 7–10 years of clinical service delivery and supervision experience, and 3–5 years in program management.