Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

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We are Aspire Living & Learning, a non-profit human services agency making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults and children with autism and other disabilities.

Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to work in our Adult Services Division. The BCBA will be responsible for the daily management of their assigned caseload, as well as the ongoing training and implementation of Behavior Plans for adults with developmental disabilities in group and community companion homes. You will conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and Functional Analyses to develop function-based intervention plans, analyze data to inform decision about progress and programming, work cooperatively with stakeholders, write assessment and IP reports as needed, and collaborate regularly with other group home BCBA’s. You will also provide ongoing training for our DSP’s (Direct Support Professionals), including universal behavioral strategies, behavior reduction strategies, and reinforcement settings.

Hours/Shift: Full time/ 80 hours

Salary: Range $80,000 - $90,000 annually 

Job Purpose:

The Behavior Analyst at Aspire Living & Learning responsible for daily management of an assigned caseload. This person will provide ongoing development, training, implementation and monitoring of the systems of support, including but not limited to Positive Behavior Intervention and Support and Behavior Plans for persons supported by Aspire.  

Key Responsibilities:

The BA stays current with trends in the field and ensures that best practices are implemented. Below outlines key aspects of the roles and responsibilities this position holds: 

Works within a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary team to ensure Aspire’s standards, best practice standards, and regulatory standards are met.  It is essential that the BA participates in agency wide, state specific and stakeholder committees as assigned. When applicable, the BA will participate in the on-call rotation as assigned. Depending on service provision standards, may have oversight of other areas, including behavior modifying medication or restrictive practices, such as seclusions or environmental restrictions. Completes assessments and related requirements in compliance with the service provision cycle for individuals on the respective caseload.

Implementation and Training:   

Develops, trains, and monitors implementation of behavior support systems, programs or plans for varying ages and functioning levels.  Assists in the modeling and teaching of behavioral or mental health strategies, plans, or program models to necessary stakeholders (e.g., staff, providers).  

Program Oversight:   

Monitors, verifies, and documents employee or provider adherence to plan implementation and the overall success of the plan. Creates and implements a variety of data collection procedures including data entry and graphing in an accurate and timely manner. Supports and/or supervises RBTs, BCBA and/or BCBA candidates. 

Administrative Tasks:   

Completes all required documentation meeting required deadlines. Ensures relevant sections of the individual electronic record is up to date and accurate.   

Communication and Consultation:

Effectively communicates in both verbal and written form with necessary stakeholders. Accepts feedback from supervisors to ensure the quality of program implementation. Communicates and collaborates with both internal and external team members and stakeholders. Maintains ethical and professional boundaries and guidelines. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with all necessary stakeholders on a regular basis to ensure continuity of care.   

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree is Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, etc.
• Current certification, in good standing, as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills  
• Computer skills   
• Must have satisfactory background checks  
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record  

Working Conditions:

• Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times 
• Must be able to perform all physical management techniques
• May be required to travel

Our employees enjoy working with a fun team of dedicated professionals and believe in a healthy work/life balance. In addition, eligible employees will receive:

• Full health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• 403(b) retirement plan and employer matching contribution
• Paid sick and personal days
• Focus on ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for advancement – many of our employees have 20+ years of tenure and hold leadership positions after joining us as Direct Support Professionals!
• Life insurance (equal to twice your salary!)
• Short and long-term disability

If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you.

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.