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BCBA, BCaBA or BACB Practicum Student

About the Role

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) is responsible for the development of Treatment Plans designed to reduce problem behaviors and increase appropriate behaviors and other skills. We will consider those in a current accredited program procuring hours towards BCBA or BCaBA certification.

FULL-TIME; M-F; 8:30a-5:00p; NO WEEKENDS
Salary: Competitive; Commensurate with experience & certification level
Full Benefits and generous PTO Package

Position Requirements

  • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop subsequent Treatment Plans (this includes Behavior Intervention Plans [BIPs]) in collaboration with parents/caregivers and the Clinical Director

  • Conduct Skill Assessments and develop applicable skill acquisition programming

  • Assess skill acquisition targets and behavior change procedures through the effective use of data and graphing, direct observations, team consultation and records review; this could include program/plan modification

  • Train RBTs and/or BTs on all Treatment Plan contents

  • Ensure correct implentation of Treatment Plan contents through Treatment Integrity checks

  • Develop written reports as necessary to meet insurance guidelines

  • Provide direct supervison to RBTs and/or Behavior Line Therapists and Practicum Students

  • Conduct in-service training meetings to enhance RBT and/or BT job skills and personal growth and development

  • Complete Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as required for certification maintenance

  • Follow ethical and professional guidelines as prescribed by The Behavior Helper, The Behavior Analyst Certification Board and the Missouri Behavior Analyst Advisory Board

Qualifications

HIGHLY PREFERRED Qualifications

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst in good standing

  • Master's Degree in psychology, social work, education or related field

  • MO Licensure as a Behavior Analyst

  • Class E Driver's License

  • Personal auto insurance in good standing

  • 3+ years working as a BCBA regardless of environment (in-home, clinic, school) with supervisory experience

  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Certification


Preferred Qualifications

  • Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

  • Bachelor's Degree, or higher, in psychology, social work, education or related field

  • MO Licensure as a Provisional Behavior Analyst

  • 1+ year working as a supervisor in the ABA field or with an agency that services individuals with developmental disabilities


Other Qualifications

  • BACB Practicum Student (FREE BCBA supervision provided upon hire)

  • Willingness to procure MO Licensure as a Provisional Behavior Analyst (if applicable)

  • Willingness to procure Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Certification

  • Working experience in ABA and/or with individuals with ASD or other developmental disabilities



If interested, please send an email to careers@thebehaviorhelper.org and include the following:

  1. Resume

  2. A copy of a redacted Treatment/Behavior Intervention Plan you have written

  3. If you are a Practicum Student, please include a letter detailing where you are are with your coursework and hours along with your anticipated graduation and testing date(s).


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