Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - (Santa Rosa) - Northern California Behavioral Health System
Santa Rosa, CA
About the Job
Pay: $44-$57.20/hour
The BCBA assumes the responsibility for supporting the clinical team in the development of behavior plans, behavioral analysis of selected target behaviors, education of staff in plan procedures, supervising RBTs, facilitating skill acquisition groups, supporting the family/caregiver with behavioral training, providing appropriate referrals and resources for aftercare support post discharge.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Enhances the delivery of effective and measurable behavioral treatment to patients.
· Maintains and improves clinical data feedback loops between direct care staff and the clinical staff.
· Data collection forms, procedures, monitoring and analysis.
· May delegate certain data entry functions as needed, but remains responsible for the integrity of all program behavioral data.
· Assists in the development of behavioral assessment and behavioral treatment protocols under the guidance of the DSS.
· Performs formal behavioral analysis procedures for selected target behaviors.
· Coordinates behavioral assessment and treatment protocols for selected patients.
· Models and teaches behavioral plans to staff, families, and caregivers.
· Prepares and maintains data collection sheets, other clinical data forms, graphing and data analysis for patients.
· Documents services provided using electronic medical record system.
· Supports the family/caregiver through scheduling sessions and facilitating effective training of family/caregivers.
· Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate on patient care and performance improvement activities.
· Facilitates groups towards skill acquisition, including social skills, ADL support, behavior modification, sensory regulation, etc.
· Participates in weekly meetings with Director of Social Services to provide program updates.
· Support with facilitating monthly all-staff meetings to ensure staff and program adherence to policy, procedure, and regulations with Director of Social Services.
· Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.
· This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital.
Requirements
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge and Experience:
· Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field required.
· Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Board-Certified Analyst required
· Minimum one (1) year experience in the provision of behavioral analysis and behavior analytic treatment
· Current HWC (Handle with Care) certification (or obtained within the 30 days of hire).
· Current CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire). Three years of behavioral health experience working with adolescents with a strong background in developing and implementing clinical programming, preferably in an inpatient setting.
Skills and Abilities:
· Maintains confidentiality of patients at all time
· Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
· Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)
· Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
· Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following:
· Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time.
· Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population.
· Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.
· Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information.
· Vision: see details of objects at close range.
· Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Reach forward, up, down, and to the side. Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.
· Lift up to ten (10) pounds.
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
401(k)
3.5 Weeks Paid Time Off
$25,000 Life insurance policy is provided at no charge to the employee
The BCBA assumes the responsibility for supporting the clinical team in the development of behavior plans, behavioral analysis of selected target behaviors, education of staff in plan procedures, supervising RBTs, facilitating skill acquisition groups, supporting the family/caregiver with behavioral training, providing appropriate referrals and resources for aftercare support post discharge.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Enhances the delivery of effective and measurable behavioral treatment to patients.
· Maintains and improves clinical data feedback loops between direct care staff and the clinical staff.
· Data collection forms, procedures, monitoring and analysis.
· May delegate certain data entry functions as needed, but remains responsible for the integrity of all program behavioral data.
· Assists in the development of behavioral assessment and behavioral treatment protocols under the guidance of the DSS.
· Performs formal behavioral analysis procedures for selected target behaviors.
· Coordinates behavioral assessment and treatment protocols for selected patients.
· Models and teaches behavioral plans to staff, families, and caregivers.
· Prepares and maintains data collection sheets, other clinical data forms, graphing and data analysis for patients.
· Documents services provided using electronic medical record system.
· Supports the family/caregiver through scheduling sessions and facilitating effective training of family/caregivers.
· Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate on patient care and performance improvement activities.
· Facilitates groups towards skill acquisition, including social skills, ADL support, behavior modification, sensory regulation, etc.
· Participates in weekly meetings with Director of Social Services to provide program updates.
· Support with facilitating monthly all-staff meetings to ensure staff and program adherence to policy, procedure, and regulations with Director of Social Services.
· Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.
· This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital.
Requirements
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge and Experience:
· Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field required.
· Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Board-Certified Analyst required
· Minimum one (1) year experience in the provision of behavioral analysis and behavior analytic treatment
· Current HWC (Handle with Care) certification (or obtained within the 30 days of hire).
· Current CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification (or obtained within 30 days of hire). Three years of behavioral health experience working with adolescents with a strong background in developing and implementing clinical programming, preferably in an inpatient setting.
Skills and Abilities:
· Maintains confidentiality of patients at all time
· Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
· Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)
· Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
· Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following:
· Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time.
· Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population.
· Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.
· Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information.
· Vision: see details of objects at close range.
· Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Reach forward, up, down, and to the side. Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.
· Lift up to ten (10) pounds.
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
401(k)
3.5 Weeks Paid Time Off
$25,000 Life insurance policy is provided at no charge to the employee
Source : Northern California Behavioral Health System
