Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Company Description

Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN) is a nonprofit grassroots organization responding to the crisis of autism and other developmental disabilities in underserved communities. Our long list of programs and campaigns address issues from both a top-down approach -- by changing government legislation; and bottom-up -- by collaborating directly with parents, caretakers, and healthcare professionals who work with children with developmental disabilities.

Minimum Education Required for Position

Master's Degree

Minimum Certification Required for Position

BCBA Required

Job Description + Responsibilities

Special Needs Network is immediately seeking to hire a full time BCBA.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst Job Summary:

* Interview Staff and/or family members who know the individual served well before development of the plan to get background and preliminary information.

* Analyze available data to help determine where, when, and why problem behaviors occur.

* Directly observe the individual served in all relevant settings. Analyze the data to determine the function of the problem behavior.

* Define all target behaviors in objective and measurable terms and design an appropriate data collection system to measure the target behaviors.

* Integrate appropriate setting event, antecedent, teaching, and consequences strategies to reduce problem behavior and increase alternative replacement behaviors.

* Ensure the behavior support plan addresses the function of the problem behavior.

* Train staff and/or family members directly ( i.e., in person, with opportunities for questions, discussion, etc. ) on the implementation of the behavior support plan

* Monitor the individual’s behavior data and provide descriptive progress notes on a monthly basis.

* Conduct treatment fidelity assessments to ensure proper implementation of the behavior support plan.

* If the intervention has not produced substantial progress toward the intended goal within 90 days, analyze the potential barriers to implementation and/or change the behavior support plan if necessary.

* Review behavior data, meet and discuss with the appropriate staff member any discrepancies noted on the behavior data (e.g. lack of documentation, inappropriate restrictions or lack of appropriate consequences; situations in which the current behavior program or treatment approach were not followed appropriately also, check each report to ensure that time, date, signatures, are correct).

* Attend team meetings.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist required.

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, special education, or psychology.

• Two (2) years of professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

• Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices and scientifically-validated methodologies and approaches found to benefit children with ASD; familiar with current research findings.

• Familiar with the field and approaches of early intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis.

• Competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies.

• Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills; customer service orientated and professional.

• Demonstrate good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills with a variety of individuals and groups. Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.

• Must relate well to children and their families.

•Very good working knowledge in all applicable computer programs (Microsoft Office).

• Valid CPR certification.

• Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations.

• Reliable transportation, proof of valid California driver's license, safe driving record, proper auto insurance and vehicle registration. Some travel required in assigned area.

• Required experience must include at least one year experience completing comprehensive functional assessments and behavior support plans.

Salary, Benefits, + Opportunities

Benefits Package (Full time employees):

• Competitive Pay

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Sick time

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness*

• Mileage reimbursement and paid drive time

• Company Laptop and cell phone

• Growth Opportunities

*as approved by Office of the US Department of Education