Behavior Analyst

Description

Position: Behavior Analyst  

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Daylight, with some availability outside of those hours to meet the needs of the program and those served 

Salary: $48,769.50

Location: Greater Pittsburgh Area 

 

JOB SUMMARY:

 

Assess psychological and program needs of assigned Individuals.  Develops, oversees the implementation of, and monitors behavior programs of assigned Individuals.  Serves as a member of the Individual’s Interdisciplinary Team.  Instructs staff in the implementation of individual behavior programs.

 

Core Job Duties:

 

Clinical Competencies- Conduct assessments (behavioral, adaptive, risk) independently, analyze data, and provide clear clinical impressions. Perform regular on-site observations and give performance feedback to support the team.

Clinical Performance- Implement clinical practices in residences and training facilities. Provide consultation, conduct observations, offer feedback, and train staff on behavior plans and clinical needs. Participate in team meetings.

Documentation- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation that is clear, objective, and data-supported.

Time Management- Manage workload efficiently to meet deadlines and complete assigned tasks and projects.

Professional Practice- Follow all professional, ethical, and regulatory standards. Maintain required continuing education and participate in trainings for professional growth.

Safety and Risk Management- Ensure a safe environment by following industry standards and proactively identifying and managing risks.

 

Keywords: Master’s Level Behavior Analyst, Behavior Analyst Job, Behavioral Therapist, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Behavior Intervention Specialist, Clinical Behavior Analyst, Behavior Analysis Specialist, Behavior Consultant

Qualifications

The accomplished individual will possess:

 

          EDUCATION:  Master’s degree in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, Education, or related field.

 

          EXPERIENCE:  Must have strong behavioral analysis skills, counseling, and experience working with adults with

intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses.  Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.

Computer skills required.  Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license, and be at least 21 years of age.

 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to administer CPR and first aid. Ability to properly restrain adult client.  Regularly

requires walking, standing, stooping, bending, sitting, repetitive wrist/hand movement, pushing/pulling, and continuous use of office

equipment.  Requires continuous normal hearing (40-60 decibels or 40-60 decibels with correction) and vision (20/20 or 20/20 with

correction).  Involves occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.  Significant and frequent use of physical requirements associated with verbal and

 written communication. Must be free of dependency and abuse of illegal or illicit drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other chemical

substances or controlled substances.  Occasional operation of Devereux vehicles, required.

 

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

 

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Company Overview

Company Overview 

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.    

 

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.    

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. 

 

Our Culture, Our Expectations  

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our o