Behavior Analyst in Training

Description

Behavior Analyst in Training

WA

Description

Community Integrated Services (CIS) is currently recruiting a Behavior Analyst in Training in Federal Way, Washington.

At CIS, your role as Behavior Analyst in Training would be far more involved than simply conducting assessments and writing positive behavior support plans. Every successful employee within the CIS organization works towards our belief that “Every person deserves a safe place to call home and an affirming and supporting environment to flourish and grow.”  This includes our clinical team members, who are at the forefront of our efforts to improve the lives of the people we serve.  Each Behavior Analyst in Training has the opportunity and responsibility to conduct functional analyses or functional assessments of client behavior, develop individualized behavior supports and teaching strategies, train staff members in our residential homes and oversee the implementation of behavior interventions.  

CIS is also committed to the advancement of the field of Applied Behavior Analysis and to our personal and professional growth.  Our team members are part of a larger network of Behavior Analysts including a team of two BCBA-Ds, 18 BCBAs, and 10 Behavior Analysts in training.  We are a close-knit group of professionals, colleagues and friends who consult with one another, attend conferences and conventions together, as well as hold our own annual CE event.  

For information about Behavior Analyst positions at CIS, view our job board at cis-wa.com/careers

Sounds too good to be true?  Feel free to contact our Clinical Director, Hailey Faiola via email at haileyf@cis-wa.com or by phone at (435) 414-4030 to set up an in person appointment or phone call with her.  We are happy to speak with you directly and answer any questions you might have.  We look forward to hearing from you!

Salary Range – $32.00-$34.50 per hour depending on experience 

POSITION SUMMARY

Community Integrated Services (CIS) is a company that provides a variety of support services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  This position focuses on providing applied behavior analysis services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries and/or autism, as well as training other employees to implement behavior supports.  This position requires the ability to prioritize work and complete assigned program documentation accurately and within the allotted time frames.  Furthermore, this position requires the ability to have good public relations skills in working with a variety of outside professionals and state employees, effectively train employees on behavior interventions and skill acquisition plans, summarize client progress, and communicate effectively with others.  

AUTHORITY

The Behavior Analyst in Training, under the supervision of the Clinical Director (a Board Certified Behavior Analyst), is responsible for writing the positive behavior support plans (PBSPs) and Individual Instruction and Support Plans (IISPs) for people supported by CIS, as well as oversight of designated employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regular, timely and consistent attendance

• Adhere to the Ethics Code for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

• Under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst

• Conduct ongoing assessments and develop programs for each person assigned to caseload.

• Manage the process of drafting and updating Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP), Individual Instruction and Support Plan (IISP), Exceptions to Policy (ETP) restrictive procedures, incentive plans, reduction plans, medical device plans, and other plans/programs as assigned.

• Attend staff training meetings, team meetings, and/or work with individual employees, as needed, to train on programs or continue assessments.

• Write progress notes, to include evaluation of data, graphing of data, and evaluation of current program as required by DDA policy 5.21. 

• Meet regularly with treatment team members to coordinate services and provide training to those implementing programs (e.g., DSPs, Program Managers).

• Attend intake, transition, and discharge meetings as requested.

• Train (instruct, model and give feedback) using Behavior Skills Training and provide performance feedback for team members (as needed) on job responsibilities

• Consult on cases, as needed, which could include taking after-hours calls and attending team meetings.

• Ensure client’s clinical needs are met when using PTO and/or FMLA (e.g., coordinating with a colleague or supervisor to provide necessary oversight).

• Other duties as assigned by Clinical Director, Program Director, Agency Administrator and/or COO.

• Follow state policies and procedures.

• Serve as an official representative of CIS and market a positive image.

• Complete and maintain documentation requirements for supervision as outlined by the BACB and state licensure board.

Benefits:

1. Generous medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits

2. 401k retirement plan for eligible full-time employees!

3. Supplemental Colonial insurance options

4. Free Employee Assistance Program with access to financial services, legal assistance, family care giving resources and referrals, mental health counseling services, live-connect online help, monthly wellness and informational webinars, etc.

5. Hard-working employees are also provided additional incentives on a regular basis.

6. Employee Referral Bonus program

7. Monthly mileage reimbursement

8. FREE Long Term Disability plan for employees

9. Paid Community Residential Services Training (1163)

10. 11 Paid Holidays

11. Generous Paid Time Off starting at 1.28 hours for every 40 hours worked and matures with length of service

Requirements

Requirements:

• Minimum of least 18 years old 

• Pass a criminal background check

• Pass a drug test

• Possess the ability to speak, read and write effectively in English

• Have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and valid vehicle insurance

Experience or Education:

• A Bachelor’s Degree 

• Completed or be enrolled in a Master’s Degree in Behavior Analysis or related field

• Have good public relations skills in working with a variety of outside professionals and state employees.  

• Able to effectively train employees on behavior interventions.  

• Provide supervision and oversight of other employees as designated.

Training and Certifications

• Maintain required supervision documents for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit; talk and hear; use hands to finger, feel, and handle objects; reach with arms, bend over, stoop, and/or crouch to file and/or make copies. Occasionally the employee is required to walk or stand, and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. 

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to an indoor environment where the temperature is usually moderate and the noise level is minimal. The employee may be exposed to various environments including, but not limited to the following: aggressive individuals, may come in contact with blood and/or saliva, and other OPIM. 

This position description is intended to provide some guidelines for job expectation and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. This document does not represent a contract of employment and CIS reserves its right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

Salary : $32 - $35