Truman State University is seeking part-time Behavior Analysts (BCBA) for the Greenwood Interprofessional Autism Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

The preferred candidate will work on-site at Greenwood, but candidates seeking a remote or hybrid work arrangement will also be considered. Candidate must be licensed in the state of Missouri prior to start date.

The University is open to various part-time work arrangements, Salary will be adjusted to reflect this work arrangement and will be commensurate with experience.

The Behavior Analysts have primary responsibility for patient treatment including supervision of the Behavior Technician(s) and coordination of care with other members of the treatment team for their assigned caseload.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the duties and responsibilities that will be required of the position, but additional responsibilities may also be assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessment and Treatment

Conducts skill-based, preference and reinforcer, and behavioral assessments as indicated by the presentation of the patient and makes appropriate recommendations for treatment based on results

Prepares individualized treatment and behavior support plans

Incorporates patient and caregiver/family preferences in developing comprehensive and meaningful plan of care

Includes external stakeholders and other members of the treatment plan in the assessment and planning process

Provides ongoing guidance to caregivers to ensure they are well-versed on the patient's plan of care and identified interventions

Modifies interventions as needed to match the pace of patient progress

Prepares progress reports

Assists with performance evaluations for behavior therapists

Support and Direction of Behavior Therapists

Provides individualized training to behavior therapists to ensure they are prepared to succeed

Provides feedback to Behavior Therapists on job performance, including strengths and areas of growth

Conducts competency-based evaluations as directed

Professionalism

Protects the privacy and security of the patient's protected health or other personally identifiable information (PHI and PII)

Maintains licensure or certification or makes adequate progress towards completion of the requirements for licensure or certification

Maintains ongoing communication with supervisor and colleagues. Discusses problems or concerns with supervisor as appropriate. Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings

Completes all documentation accurately and timely (e.g., session notes, treatment plans, performance evaluations, etc.)

Demonstrates effective organizational and time management qualities to meet necessary timelines

Maintains positive communication with families, members of the treatment team, external stakeholders, and supervisor by returning phone calls and emails within 24 hours; informing supervisor as soon as possible when unable to keep a scheduled appointment or other change of plans; informing supervisor immediately of any important concerns pertaining to assigned caseload

Maintains appropriate professional boundaries when working with families and other stakeholders

Required Qualifications

Minimum education and experience as required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to obtain board certification at the master's level

Board certification with the BACB

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong administrative skills

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Comfortable to learn new technologies (such as practice management or data collection software)

Must be able to physically assist patients during an emergency

Independent transportation to locations not served by public transportation

May be required or requested to physically assist patients with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, or self-care tasks

Preferred Qualifications