Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Chimes International LTD
Baltimore, MD
About the Job
Job Overview:
The BCBA will provide support to students with autism, intellectual disability, and/or other disabilities and their families by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, functional analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills.
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 conducts remedial and refresher trainings 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 on a regular basis.
* Responds to behavior crisis situations 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 trainings. 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.
* Consult with teachers and related services 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 crisis situations.
* Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skills, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal relations.
* Ability to work with a variety of students in regard to age, functionality, and with minimal direction.
* Ability to remain calm and physically intervene during crisis situations including responding to aggression, property destruction, and implementation of restraint to maintain safety for students.
* Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook systems.
* Ability to utilize a phone system, copier, and other office materials as necessary for the position.
* Ability to pass a Criminal Background Check and drug test.
* Must have an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy.
*NOTE: * At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted in lieu of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience.
*What’s in it for you?*
*Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):*
* Competitive Pay
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement options
* Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
* Life Insurance
* Disability Insurance
* Paid Time Off
* 403(b) with Employer Match
* Employee Recognition Programs
* Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
* Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
* Discounts on Verizon mobile service
* And More!
*Want to learn more?*
*To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:* https://chimes.org/Careers.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $87,500.00 - $89,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Continuing education credits
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Professional development assistance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
* Behavior Analyst Certification? (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Baltimore, MD 21215 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Baltimore, MD 21215: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
The BCBA will provide support to students with autism, intellectual disability, and/or other disabilities and their families by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis, functional analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills.
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 conducts remedial and refresher trainings 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 on a regular basis.
* Responds to behavior crisis situations 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 trainings. 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.
* Consult with teachers and related services 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 crisis situations.
* Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skills, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills, and interpersonal relations.
* Ability to work with a variety of students in regard to age, functionality, and with minimal direction.
* Ability to remain calm and physically intervene during crisis situations including responding to aggression, property destruction, and implementation of restraint to maintain safety for students.
* Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook systems.
* Ability to utilize a phone system, copier, and other office materials as necessary for the position.
* Ability to pass a Criminal Background Check and drug test.
* Must have an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy.
*NOTE: * At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted in lieu of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience.
*What’s in it for you?*
*Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):*
* Competitive Pay
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement options
* Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
* Life Insurance
* Disability Insurance
* Paid Time Off
* 403(b) with Employer Match
* Employee Recognition Programs
* Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
* Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
* Discounts on Verizon mobile service
* And More!
*Want to learn more?*
*To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:* https://chimes.org/Careers.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $87,500.00 - $89,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Continuing education credits
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible schedule
* Professional development assistance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
* Behavior Analyst Certification? (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Baltimore, MD 21215 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Baltimore, MD 21215: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person