Behavior Analyst In Training

Requirements: Have a BS/BA degree and enrolled in an MS/MA program with an approved BACB course sequence.

The Behavior Analyst in training assists the Clinical Director and is directly responsible for developing curriculum, training direct service staff, and writing behavior plans for individuals being supported by Employer. The Behavior Analyst in training provides intensive supports to improve language, adaptive skills, and social skills by making a difference daily in applying the five Employer Values: Respect, Safety, Fun, Mentoring and Accountability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct Assessments and Develop Behavior Support Plans:  Conduct functional analyses and ongoing functional assessments, preference assessments, skills assessments and develop behavior programs for each Individual. 
• Staff Training and Treatment Fidelity:  Attend weekly staff meetings, train staff members on programs and evaluate treatment integrity. 
• Measure and Report Progress:  Write progress notes summarizing person's progress in narrative and graphic form.
• Meet Best Practice Standards:  Adhere to the ethical guidelines and disciplinary standards of the BACB.  Use evidence-based intervention strategies.  Compile, get authorization for, and present all programs with restrictive behavioral interventions to the Human Rights Committee and Behavior Intervention Committee.
• Work with Interdisciplinary Team Members:  Attend relevant team meetings and inform parents/guardians, state employees, teachers and others of behavior plan interventions, progress on targets, new behaviors of concerns and other relevant information needed to assist the team in providing effective treatment.

Training and Certifications:

• Obtain supervision hours as required by the BACB.
• Pass the BCBA Exam within 6 months of completing degree and supervision requirements.
• Complete all initial and on-going training requirements within established time frames.
• Complete annual CPR, First Aid and OSHA training.
• Obtain and maintains SOAR certification.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Degree/Certification Requirement: BS or BS degree and obtain MS or MA degree in Psychology or related field.
• Attend and conduct staff trainings, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Senior Behaior Analyst, Clinical Director, Area Director and/or CEO.
• Follow state policies and procedures.
• Serve as an official representative of Employer and market a positive image

Experience or Education:

• 18 year of age or older; and
• BS or BA degree in Psychology or related field; and
• Enrolled in MS/MA program with an approved BACB course sequence