Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

JOB SUMMARY:

Easterseals West Georgia, Inc. is a private non-profit organization. We provide high quality comprehensive therapeutic care that ensures effective interventions and activities for people with disabilities. The BCBA will also provide supervision to a BCBA and Registered Behavior Technicians providing ABA therapy.

This is a contract position with the potential to grow into a salaried position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments/Analyses as assigned.
• Plan, develop and ensure implementation of comprehensive individual behavior support plans and strategies.
• Create recommendations for comprehensive services.
• Provide consultation and training for parents, teachers, and community members, as needed.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual summaries/reports/updates within the requirements of funding sources.
• Oversee assessments, plan development, and ongoing program data analysis to ensure maximum client progress.
• Supervise, train, coach and collaborate with behavior support clinicians and facilitate treatment teams to ensure service efficacy and program monitoring.
• Ensures progress notes and medical records are documented in a timely manner and maintained in accordance with governing regulations and established organizational procedures.
• Conduct and participate in education and training programs for clients, families, or community groups.
• Provide consultation to external stakeholders as needed.

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  Reports any problems relating to potential Easterseals’ liability; any accidents the clients incur; any problems with staff, parents, or the public to the Director of Behavior Support Services.

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  Respects & preserves the dignity, personal safety & confidentially of persons served by or employed by ESWG.

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  Reports any evidence of child/adult neglect and/or abuse to the Director and Administrative Team for further investigation and possible reporting.

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  Administers medications as needed.

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  Completes at least 20 hours of approved training per year.

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  Maintains current certification in First Aid, CPR, first aid and CPI.

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  Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Participants are always supervised. Under no circumstances are participants to be left unattended.

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  Staff exercises professionalism in the presence of participants, visitors, and other staff.
• Staff ensures that all activities and conversations are always geared toward what is appropriate.

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  To ensure quality of services provided, staff are expected to receive a rating of 20 (meets

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  expectation) or higher on all performance reviews. Scoring under 20 will result in the staff member being placed on a 1–3-month probation until the level of quality is improved or termination may result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Master's (Preferred) from an ABA accredited program.
• Must be currently certified as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Maintain CEU requirements and BCBA credential with Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Training and clinical experience in providing applied behavior analysis to children and/or adults and families. Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders preferred.
• Analytical skills necessary to synthesize a variety of clinical and social data to determine appropriate diagnosis, treatment plan and monitor effectiveness of treatment programs.
• Experience with case management and Medicaid regulations a plus.
• Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.

REQUIREMENTS

ABOUT US Easterseals West Georgia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Columbus, Georgia. We provide high-quality programs and services designed to empower children and adults with disabilities to achieve their maximum independence. Our commitment to fostering inclusivity and support transforms lives, helping individuals reach their personal goals and thrive within our community.