Grade 6 Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

This position is open until filled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

An employee in this classification is required to perform some or all of the following duties, however these do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform:

Complete tasks delegated and overseen by the a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); conduct descriptive and systemic behavioral assessments and provide an analytic interpretation of the results under the supervision of a BCBA; assist with the design and delivery of introductory instructions of the behavior plan to the individual and supports; teach others to carry out interventions and assists the BCBA with oversight, provide follow up and increase support to individuals, direct staff and families; advocate for and treat individuals and supports with respect; maintain confidentiality; adjust treatment protocols based on data and feedback received; report on progress toward treatment goals; attend and participate in BTPRC meetings as scheduled; participate in team/program meetings and supervision as required; complete required training and certifications to maintain position; maintain accurate and timely case record documentation; maintain flexibility to meet training and program needs and complete additional tasks as assigned by supervisor. Comply with Transportation Policy (09-002-0010), Alcohol and Drug Testing Policy (06-01-0010) and Background Check Policy (06-001-0015) as well as supervisor’s/designee’s directives.

St. Clair County Community Mental Health embraces an employment environment that promotes opportunities for health, wellness and connection with an integrated person-centered approach to treatment services that is trauma informed and culturally competent. An employee in this or any position is expected to support this environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services field completing BACB approved coursework sequence in behavior analysis. 

Licensure

• Current BACB certification
• Current State of Michigan BCaBA certification 
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License

Experience/Skills

• Demonstrate knowledge and use a variety of components for Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Demonstrate knowledge of mental health treatment procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge of current best practices
• Knowledge of community agencies and systems available
• Diagnostic abilities relative to program population
• Experience in working with children and adult populations
• Demonstrated ability to navigate electronic health record and other technology

Other

• Must have access to transportation
• Must be able to pass random drug and alcohol screening if using agency vehicles
• Participate in after hours emergency crisis response if needed.

Behavioral Skills

Applicants chosen to interview will be evaluated on qualifications related to:

• Ability to exercise discretion and use flexibility to select an optimal solution
• Ability to exercise ingenuity to adapt, alter or improve an established situation
• Ability to be a work leader and influence/advise others
• A skill set to provide, exchange and explain information which conveys an analysis
• Ability to develop and/or maintain effective working relationships with individuals and organizations using tact, diplomacy and persuasion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Technical Skills

Education

• None

Licensure

• None

Experience/Skills

• Two (2) years of professional experience with identified population.
• Demonstrated proficiency in agency’s operating systems and software.
  

Behavioral Skills

• See Experience/Skills

PERSONAL DEMANDS

Personal demands refer to the physical demands such as awkward positions, heavy lifting, etc., and the mental demands such as concentration, attention, perception, etc. While performing the duties of this position, the employee would expect light, regular physical demands such as frequent standing or walking, close attention such as the observation of timers, etc. The employee may have to occasionally lift and or move up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment refers to the elements of work surroundings which tend to be disagreeable or to make the work more difficult. This includes, but not limited to: dust, oil fumes, water, heat, cold, vibrations, noise, etc. While performing duties of this job, the employee would expect disagreeable elements to be negligible. Good light and ventilation. Reasonable quiet with occasional periods of a louder background when working with population served.

DISCLAIMERS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a criminal background check, reference checks, Recipient Rights check, DHHS Central Registry check (for direct-care candidates), and a five (5) panel drug screen. Potential candidates will be sent to Industrial Health Service for the drug screen at their own expense. The candidate will be reimbursed the cost of the drug screen upon the Agency’s receipt of negative test results. This position is represented by AFSCME Local 3385. Internal candidates are given first consideration. Standardized testing may be utilized during interview process. Postings close at 11:59pm on the Applications Close Date.