Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

COMPENSATION: $87,500-$89,000 (based on experience)

Join Chimes – and go further to help others go far!  Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.

Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Requests and conducts Functional Behavior Assessments and analyses including student observation, parent and staff interviews, and data collection to address behaviors of concern.
• Develop function-based Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) that include behavior reduction targets, skill acquisition goals, and teaching procedures based on Applied Behavior Analysis strategies.
• Trains and oversees all staff on the implementation of behavior intervention plans, including proactive and reactive strategies and all relevant teaching procedures.
• Collects and analyzes Behavior Intervention Plan data at least biweekly.
• Monitors and adjusts Behavior Intervention Plans as needed based on trends in data and feedback from staff.
• Completes quarterly progress reports based on analyzed data to determine if sufficient progress is being made on IEP goals throughout the school year.
• Completes annual IEP reports regarding progress on all behavior goals, updates goals as progress is made, and attends annual IEP meetings for all assigned students.
• Responsible for training all staff in crisis prevention and management (Safety-Care) to be used throughout the day with students and conducting remedial and refresher training as needed throughout the school year.
• Conducts recertification training for all staff in Safety-Care annually.
• Attends annual training to maintain certification as a Safety-Care Trainer and keeps current with all updated information regarding Safety-Care regularly.
• Respond to behavior crises and assist staff with de-escalation and/or physical behavior management strategies as needed. May include blocking or redirecting unsafe behavior or, in case of emergency, the use of restraint.
• Creates datasheets to accurately track data related to behavior reduction and behavior acquisition goals.
• Stays current on all COMAR regulations regarding behavior interventions including the use of exclusion and emergency use of restraint and seclusion.
• Monitors the frequency and duration of exclusion for all students and the duration of restraint and seclusion if used on an emergency basis.
• Assists in the development, monitoring, and updating of school-wide Behavior Management Policies and training. Includes oversight of school-wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) program for all students.
• Responsible for conducting and recording MSDE-required professional development for all staff related to student behavior interventions annually.
• Assists in the transition of students to less restrictive educational settings and adult day vocational programs.
• Collaborates and works cooperatively with others including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, people served, community professionals, customers, vendors, and the public.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

• Attends and participates in in-service training, staff meetings, and other activities to facilitate professional development.
• Keeps current with the literature, new research findings, and resources. Completes continuing education courses to maintain BCBA and LBA certification as necessary.
• Assist in the creation of resource guides for families regarding home and community-based services.
• Consults with teachers and related service providers as needed for students needing additional behavioral support.
• Assists in the assessment and evaluation of referral students regarding behavior needs.
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, ABA, or related human services field.
• Current certification as a BCBA from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and in good standing with the BACB.
• Licensure through the State of Maryland Health Department.
• Certified as a BCBA for a minimum of 2 years.
• At least 1 year of experience working with clients who exhibit maladaptive behaviors such as aggression, property destruction, self-injury, and other