Lead Behavior Analyst - School

Lead Behavior Analyst- Wildwood School

This is a 12 month position

Salary Range: $63,443 - $79,932

This range reflects approximately 20 years of experience

Requirements:

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited college in psychology, special education or related field
• 2 years related experience  
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, as well as those with co-occurring psychiatric conditions

Preferred

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) 
• At least two years in a supervisory position 

Who we are: 
Wildwood School provides a comprehensive educational program for students with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities to prepare them to be as independent as possible. Academic, social, employment, and functional skills are taught to each student as driven by their Individual Educational Plan (IEP), needs, and interests.

 Position Summary: As the Lead Behavior Analyst, (LBA) your mission is to transform student lives through measurable behavioral progress. This role isn't just about managing a team; it’s about driving the clinical excellence that empowers students at Wildwood School to achieve greater independence and success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.  

• Supervises the Behavior Support Team including Behavior Analysts and/or Behavior Specialists as well as Behavior Specialist Assistants.
• Collaborates with the school administration in creating, maintaining and updating all policies regarding behavior support for students.
• Ensures that all appropriate documentation regarding behavioral interventions are documented, collected, analyzed, and maintained.
• Maintain knowledge of current NYS Education Department behavior regulations and updated policy and procedures as required in collaboration with school administration.
• Reviews all Behavior Intervention Plans, and IEP documentation created by the Behavior Support Team to ensure quality and accuracy. 
• Creates, maintains and updates training for school staff in the understanding and use of behavior analytic principles and practices, including approved approaches such as CALM.

Additional Requirements:

• A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
• Required to complete, pass, and use CALM training, provided by the school, which includes de-escalation strategies and approved protective holds and movements for students.

Salary : $63,443 - $79,932