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BCBA at Advocates in US-MA-Worcester
Job Description
BCBA
Minimum Education Required
Overview
Salary: $75,000-$90,000
The BCBA is responsible for overseeing the assigned caseload of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services and supervision of staff to provide effective and efficient services to children and families. The BCBA will design and implement staff training programs to promote the professional development of staff at various levels. They will participate in all clinical facets of client treatment, which includes assessment, goal development, report creation and maintenance, and training staff on treatment implementation and maintain accurate client records, reports, and clinical notes.
Who We Are
At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.
We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.
At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.
Responsibilities
- Upholds and complies with all safety programs and policies to maintain a safe work environment for employees, consumers, family members and visitors.
- Commits to organizational quality initiatives by participating in programs that will assure quality improvements and team processes.
- Assist in the development and implementation of staff training programs.
- Supervising staff within the ABA Program.
- Develop individual student curricula and programs, as well as the relevant measurement systems.
- Provide parent trainings to aid families with the carryover of treatment and enable continuity outside of direct treatment sessions.
- Complete assessments with clients, develop treatment reports, and recommend appropriate intervention plans.
- Develop plans consistent with best practice principles and shall adhere to evidence-based treatment approaches.
- Meet with family/staff as necessary to discuss concerns regarding programs and/or staff when indicated.
- Meet regularly with staff to review progress and address concerns.
- Maintain licensure and any required certifications (e.g. BCBA certification); responsible for tracking and monitoring the amount of Continuing Education required. Remain informed on evidence-based practices through ongoing education via conferences, reviewing literature, etc.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
- BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analayst) certification through the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) and licensure in Massachusetts as a Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA).
- Minimum of two years of experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders.
- Experience developing individual child curriculum preferred as well as experience in training others to implement evidence-based practices.
Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.
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