What are the responsibilities and job description for the BCBA/LBA position at Family of Kidz?
As a Behavior Consultant, you will:
- Partner with school administrators, teachers, teaching assistants, aides, related service providers, and families to develop individualized, evidence-based behavioral supports.
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify the function of behavior and develop effective intervention strategies.
- Design, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with student needs and educational goals.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to evaluate student progress and make data-driven recommendations for intervention adjustments.
- Develop practical, classroom-based behavioral supports that promote student independence, engagement, and successful participation in school routines.
- Provide ongoing coaching, modeling, and performance feedback to classroom staff to ensure consistent implementation of behavioral strategies and interventions.
- Collaborate with school teams to support implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and ensure behavioral programming aligns with educational objectives.
- Participate in Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings to present student progress, behavioral recommendations, and ongoing support needs.
- Maintain consistent communication with Clinical Supervisors, Clinical Managers, Assistant Directors, and Directors regarding student progress, consultation needs, and service delivery.
- Develop and facilitate professional development workshops and staff trainings on behavior management, data collection, de-escalation, classroom strategies, and related behavioral topics as requested.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation, including progress reports, consultation notes, behavioral assessments, and data summaries.
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and protected information in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and company policies.
- Participate in ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and monthly collaborative meetings to continuously strengthen clinical knowledge and practice.
- Maintain professionalism, ethical standards, and a solution-focused approach in all interactions with students, families, district personnel, and colleagues.
- Travel between assigned school districts to provide on-site consultation and support.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
About You:
If you have these attributes:
- Passionate about working with children and their families
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals and behavior analysts
- Self-starter and independent problem solver
- Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
- Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
- Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
- Must be a team-player
And this background:
- NYS Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance
- Master’s degree in one of the following: Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, Educational/Health/Human Services
- BCBA Certification required
- Minimum of (1) year experience working in a setting focusing on supporting children and their families
- Bilingual is a plus
Then we are looking forward to receiving your resume!
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Why Join our Family?
Since 1998, Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life.
Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.