Specialist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst

BCPS; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 92,235 - 148,354; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Relocation bonus

Flexible leave options

Job summary

BCPS is looking for a Specialist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to provide expertise and guidance on student behavior issues in Baltimore. The role involves conducting assessments, developing individualized programming, and training staff and caregivers on behavioral interventions.

Ideal candidates will hold a master’s degree and possess BCBA certification along with significant experience working with students in need of emotional and behavioral support. This full-time position offers a salary range of $92,235 - $148,354 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree.
• Three years of professional experience working with students receiving emotional and behavioral supports.

Responsibilities

• Conducts descriptive and systematic behavioral assessments and designs behavior analytic interventions.
• Models effective behavior analytic interventions for staff.
• Provides training to parents and caregivers.
• Collaborates with administrative and academic teams regarding student needs.
• Assists in the development of IEPs for students requiring BCBA support.

Skills

Behavioral analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Specialist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Job Description

Provides advice, consultation, and guidance regarding student behavior issues. Collects, organizes, and analyzes data that assists with the development of individualized programming for students. Supports school teams with using behavioral intervention strategies supported by the principals of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). Provides professional development to personnel supporting students in need of ABA supports. Ensures that all initiatives support the system-wide goals identified in systems strategic plan. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Conducts descriptive and systematic behavioral assessments, including functional assessments, and provides behavior analytic interpretations of the results. Designs and supervises behavior analytic interventions.
• Effectively develops and implements appropriate assessment and intervention methods for use in a range of cases. Models for staff effective behavior analytic interventions based on published research and designs and delivers professional development in behavior analysis.
• Supervises the work of staff who implement behavior analytic interventions. Provides training to parents and/or other primary caregivers to provide additional instruction in the home and community environments.
• Trains staff in gathering and analyzing baseline data, in-treatment /progress data, and post-treatment data to measure the effectiveness of interventions. Conducts inter-observer agreement sessions to insure that data is being tracked with fidelity. Assists with developing visual representations of data.
• Meets and collaborates with various administrative teams, academic teams, and teachers regarding the behavioral needs of students receiving special education services. Identifies appropriate strategies and interventions. Participation in IEP meetings. Assists in the development of IEPs for students who require the support of the BCBA.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree.
• Three years of professional experience working with students receiving emotional and behavioral supports.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Possession of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) is required.
• Possession of a valid Behavior Analyst License by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists is required.
• Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate or Professional License in the area of special education is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of compliance with federal and state mandates including mediation and due process procedures.
• Knowledge of support services and training for schools’ staff, state legislation for students with disabilities, and services to students with hearing, vision, physical, speech-language, cognitive, emotional, and learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of applied behavioral analysis.
• Skill in conducting applied behavioral analysis.
• Demonstration of outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstration of strong leadership, communication, and human relations skills.
• Possession of technology competency (e.g., database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications); skill and experience in data analysis and application.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class is generally performed at the office building level. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities.

FLSA: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.

GRADE: OPE Grade 08

SALARY: $92,235 - $148,354

OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).