California Behavioral Care is hiring!

We are looking for a qualified BCBA to successfully manage, assess, and provide plans to build improvement in our client's household. Successful candidates will bring clear, concise communication across all team members, and build rapport with connected clients. Implementing effective strategies and exhibiting professionalism, mentoring, and coaching will further enable client satisfaction and ability to grow the roots of our organization.

If you have a passion to make a difference to our client's lives, look no further!

Responsibilities:

• Use appropriate assessment instruments and data to develop and implement teaching programs that reflect behavioral and other outcomes and objectives. Ensure the implementation of treatment plans, document contacts and observations; use professional knowledge and independent judgment to strategize continuous improvements.
• Provide training and supervision of behavior interventionists, RBTs, and case managers through observations, meetings, performance coaching and other methods. (Note: RBT’s must be supervised by assigned BCBA by 2 occasions per month with 1:1 supervision in the home at 5% of total hours served).
• Establish and maintain data measurement, collection, and analysis systems for clients receiving behavioral interventions. Maintain appropriate documentation and prepare and complete reports as required.
• Ensure that all treatment plans and programs comply with contract requirements, satisfy all relevant insurance certification and other expectations, and meet or exceed professional standards. Maintain highly organized, consistent, thorough, and systematic record keeping practices.
• Seek creative options for ensuring the continuity and consistency of treatment and support services across settings. Develop strategies for the stability of quality services when clients experience transitions.
• Provide staff development, training, and modeling for team members in strategies and methodologies for working with children on the autism spectrum and/or other disabilities to manage their behavioral, adaptive, and/or social/communication challenges. Provide consultation regarding crisis interventions and critical incident supports.
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) and mandated reporting laws are understood, implemented and reinforced.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

• Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• A Master's degree in special education, psychology, or related field, with specialized knowledge of behavioral health and treatment philosophies and professional practices
• A minimum of three years of recent experience working with individuals who have autism spectrum disorders and their families
• Knowledge of early childhood and autism assessment tools and procedures, and thorough knowledge of child development. Experience developing positive behavior support plans and programs; experience teaching social interaction and play skills
• Knowledge of current methods and techniques of applied behavior analysis and discrete trial training; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, parents, and professionals; competence in analyzing assessment results, designing appropriate individual treatment plans and behavioral programs, and monitoring progress
• Must be able to work effectively as a team member, demonstrate flexibility and desire to learn new skills and improve professional qualifications, and travel independently in rural/remote locations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication skills to work with a diverse team.
• Basic computer skills and be able to use all required software.
• Ability to problem-solve and assist in decision-making, including during emergencies or when a supervisor is not onsite.
• Maintain current status regarding assigned core competencies and other required certification acquisition within established schedule and timelines.
• Work productively to develop relationships with individuals, families, and natural supports.
• Proven creative abilities, strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills and good customer service skills.
• Have a valid California Driver’s license, reliable transportation and a driving record.
• Maintain a high level of organization for file maintenance, daily, weekly and monthly record keeping.
• Bilingual Spanish is a HUGE PLUS but not a requirement!

Physical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee/contractor to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. There will be sitting, crawling, walking, running, blocking, and lifting up to 20 lbs if necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Attendance at a variety of work sites is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• After school