ABA Specialist

Under the supervision of the Behavior Specialist, the ABA Specialist you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing individualized behavior support plans that enhance the quality of life for our clients. You will work collaboratively with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to assess behavioral needs, provide training, and ensure the consistent application of behavior management interventions and strategies.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The duties listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable staff with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Conduct functional behavioral assessments and write reports summarizing results in accordance with state requirements
• Develop Behavior Support Plans and Crisis Intervention Plans utilizing evidence-based interventions
• Collaborate with clients, families, and team members to implement behavior intervention strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of behavioral interventions and make necessary adjustments.
• Provide training and support to staff and caregivers on best practices in behavior management.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client progress and program outcomes in compliance with DDD regulations.
• Provide ongoing monitoring of data and make programming adjustments as needed;
• Provide direct skills/behavior therapy with individuals on caseload as needed
• Development of a fading plan for restrictive interventions
• Participate in clinical rounds meetings and present progress, goals, and interventions to the team members
• Aids in the resolution of problematic situations occurring within the program
• Notifies Program Management of any unusual or emergency situations
• Maintains all levels of supervision for assigned individuals at specific Program sites as outlined in the Individual Support Plan
• Prepares for, and promptly responds to, emergency situations to ensure the safety and security of the Program site and individuals supported at all times; e.g., participates in fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc. Notifies proper  authority in the event of a valid emergency. 
• Serves as a role model to individuals supported by projecting a positive self-image of professionalism, appearance,  confidentiality, courtesy, conduct, honesty, fairness, personal integrity, and a respect for the fundamental  rights, dignity, and privacy of others.

Requirements

∙ Ability to comprehend, read, write and speak English

∙ Ability to use excellent oral and written communications skills. 

∙ Ability to use telephone, voice mail, copier, facsimile machine, computer and calculator. 

∙ Ability to work effectively with people both one-on-one and in a team environment, facilitating their growth and development. 

∙ Ability to resolve non-routine situations properly.  

∙ Ability to be observant and intuitive. 

∙ Ability to be dependable and punctual. 

∙ Ability to work on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.

 ∙ Ability to operate vehicles with a valid driver’s license in accordance with applicable state laws,  insurance provider requirements and company policies and procedures.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis preferred.
• Prior experience working with individuals who are medically/behaviorally acute. 
• Prior experience working with a dual diagnosis population.