School Based BCBA

Job Description Summary

The BCBA is responsible for development, implementation, ongoing evaluation, and overall management of behavior analytic programs for assigned students in the public-school setting. Responsibilities also include ongoing supervision and training of behavior technicians assigned to implement one-on-one programming for assigned clients., collaboration with school team members. Constellation BCBAs are highly motivated, intricately organized, passionate, and collaborative team players that exemplify the mission and values of the organization at large.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Develop behavior analytic programming based on formal assessment and observation for assigned clients in the public-school setting
• Consistently monitor and modify programming based on client performance
• Identify formal assessment needs as required through IEP process
• Conduct assessments based on client needs/deficits (e.g., VB-MAPP, ABAS-3, Vineland-3, SRS-2, etc.)
• Make clinical recommendations based on assessment results that directly address the symptomology of ASD according to the DSM-V
• Collaborate with Constellation BCBA colleagues on a regular basis to ensure departmental excellence
• Maintain documentation, reports, and data collection for assigned clients
• Determine equipment/materials needed for program implementation
• Ensure availability of needed equipment/materials
• Develop programming materials when necessary
• Modify and refresh equipment/materials on a regular basis based on client needs/progress
• Request clinical guidance/assistance as needed
• Complete reports and documentation in a timely and thorough manner according to IEP process
• Provide direct, one-on-one behavior analytic services to clients when applicable/needed
• Supervise behavior technicians assigned to clients on a weekly basis at minimum
• Provide supervision quantity based on technician needs
• Consult with team members and other organizations as assigned
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner
• Submit documentation to department leadership for review in a timely manner as needed/required
• Conduct staff training as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following applies to all employees of Constellation Health Services:

All employees will:

• Exercise necessary cost control measures.
• Strive to provide and maintain positive external and internal customer service and promote a culture of excellence in customer service.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed.
• Must be able to be depended upon to plan and organize work effectively and ensure its completion.
• Must be able to demonstrate reliability by arriving to work on time and taking breaks in the expected time frames.
• Will be expected to meet all productivity requirements.
• Must be able to demonstrate team behavior and must be willing to promote a team–oriented environment.
• Will be expected to always represent the organization professionally.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Hearing and speaking ability is required to communicate on the telephone.
• Vision is necessary for entering data.
• Reaching is required for paper management.
• Manual dexterity is required for operating the computer, photocopier and telephone.
• Mobility is required for going to photocopier, fax machine, etc.
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to function independently and have personal integrity.
• Requires flexibility of hours.

PSYCHOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS

• An ability to recognize tasks to be done and perform them independently.
• An ability to establish a responsible and trustworthy rapport with staff by:
• Being punctual and providing proper notification and advance notice for absence and tardiness.
• Following through on tasks as assigned.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing work schedules.
• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment under time constraints.

INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS

• An ability to learn all Constellation Health Services policies and procedures.
• Judgment skills in processing telephone calls
• Organizational skills necessary to establish priority of tasks and meet deadlines.
• An ability to operate all aspects of the computer, photocopier and telephone.
• An ability to understand and follow instructions provided by the supervisor both in written and oral formats.
• An ability to read, write and type.

Position Qualifications

• Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field
• BCBA certified in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• State Licensure
• BACB Required 8-hour supervision training
• Strong organization and communication skills are required.