Behavior Specialist

Salary: $39 - $43.50 / per hour

Maxim Healthcare is in search of competent and caring leaders to join our dynamic team of BCBAs and LABA to assist us in our mission of making a lasting impact on our clients’ development through ABA therapy!

Why Join Maxim?

• Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks
• Health, Dental, Vision, HSA and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Supervised Fieldwork for BCBA Trainees
• Maxcares Awards Program

The Behavior Specialist is a trained individual who provides clinical and case management to behavior technicians and clients/families under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The Behavior Specialist provides mid-level supervision when allowed by the payer source. The Behavior Specialist is accountable to all federal, state and local contracts, programs, and Maxim requirements. The Behavior Specialist supports onboarding, orientation, and ongoing evaluation of behavioral direct care staff (e.g. behavior technicians and intensive behavior support providers).

Responsibilities:

• Develops goals, programs, materials, and behavior intervention plans under the supervision of a BCBA
• Oversees the work of Behavior Technicians as assigned by Clinical Supervisor (BCBA) or Operations Leader
• Conducts face-to-face case and Behavior Technician supervision for assigned caseload
• Assists Clinical Supervisor (BCBA) in behavioral and skill acquisition assessments
• Trains Behavior Technicians in implementation of behavior change plans including behavior intervention plans and skill acquisition goals.
• Trains families, caregivers, and school staff in implementation of behavior change plans including behavior intervention plans and skill acquisition goals.
• Assists Clinical Supervisor (BCBA) in updating behavior change plans including current progress on behavior goals and skill acquisition goals
• Monitors progress and treatment effectiveness of behavioral programs under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor (BCBA)
• Conducts clinical interviews and participates in hiring decisions in collaboration with Clinical Manager-Behavioral or other office clinical leader
• Facilitates the orientation process, competency and skills validation process for behavioral direct care staff
• May conduct skill enhancement training for behavioral caregivers
• Provides behavioral services to children with autism or other behavioral disorders as outlined in the behavioral change plan
• Participates in office and clinical quality initiative activities
• Accountable to all federal, state, local contracts and programs, and Maxim requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must meet at least one of the following educational requirements
  • A master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or similar degree when allowed by state or program.
  • Bachelor’s degree and BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst)
  • Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst, when applicable by state
• At least one year of experience providing behavioral services to children with autism or other related disorders
• At least one year of experience in providing behavior analytic services in home, school, or community settings
• At least be enrolled in approved BACB courses and preparing for BCBA exam
• Ability to effectively communicate with appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to coworkers, supervisors, clients)
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.) required
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• At least 18 years of age
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in the English language required

Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program