Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Company: Ally Behavior Centers
Location: Beltsville
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Ally Behavior is a dynamic, fun, and rewarding place to work that offers superior growth and leadership opportunities in a supportive, engaging environment. We are a full-time, center-based, early intervention Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy program serving children with autism ranging from 18 months to 6 years of age. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality therapy to help our early learners reach their potential to communicate, improve social skills and prepare for academic success. The children we serve are at the heart of everything we do, and we are passionate about our commitment to excellence and making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families. We have a unique and collaborative start-up culture that is driven by our diverse team of professionals and our core values of transparency, accountability, respect for others, and growth. We encourage creativity, promote engagement, and support a healthy work-life balance!Job Summary:
Our BCBAs provide leadership and organizational management in client programming, behavior interventions, staff development, classroom management, and parent trainings.What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like:

• Lead intake meetings with new clients and families
  • Conduct and score initial and ongoing assessments using appropriate assessment tools
    • Develop individualized treatment plans for each client and communicate goals and progress updates with Behavior Technicians
      • Train and supervise a single-digit caseload of Behavior Technicians and clients
        • Provide supervision for BCBA/BCaBA candidates
          • Develop parent training goals and lead parent training meetings
            • Collaborate with other clinicians including Occupational Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists to coordinate the therapy of shared clients
              • Provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children in-center as necessary
                • Attend team meetings as scheduled
                  • Maintain strict client confidentiality according to HIPAA protocol
                    • Maintain open communication with families and clinical team to ensure the most effective treatment and goalsWho You Are & What You Bring:
                      • Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education or related field required
                        • BCBA Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board required
                          • Licensed to practice ABA therapy in the state of Maryland required (or willingness to obtain license upon hire)
                            • Demonstrated experience as a behavior technician providing ABA therapy to children with autism
                              • BLS Certification (or willingness to complete training and exam upon hire)
                                • Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
                                  • Must submit to a federal and state background checkYou Will Be A Great Fit If You Have:
                                    • Enthusiasm and excitement to make a difference working with young children and their families
                                      • Exceptional ability in building trusting relationships and maintaining confidentiality
                                        • Excellent judgment
                                          • Eagerness to learn and pursue professional development
                                            • Strong knowledge of ABA principles
                                              • Strong leadership qualities
                                                • Strong collaboration capabilities with other clinicians and leadership
                                                  • Strong communication skills
                                                    • Ability to problem-solve behavior intervention programs
                                                      • Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
                                                        • Ability to manage difficult situations with patience and in a calm mannerPhysical Requirements:
                                                          • Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crawl, bend, squat or stand for extended periods of time
                                                            • Ability to reach and hold objects
                                                              • Ability to lift 30 poundsWhat You Will Gain By Joining Our Team:
                                                                • Productivity bonus: Opportunity to bonus over $10,000 per year
                                                                  • Medical +HSA, Dental, and Vision coverage through Cigna
                                                                    • 401(k) plan with company match.
                                                                      • Short-Term Disability (100% Employer-Paid) & Long-Term Disability
                                                                        • Employee Assistance Program
                                                                          • Term-Life/AD&D Insurance
                                                                            • Whole Life Insurance
                                                                              • Critical Illness with Cancer Insurance
                                                                                • Accident Insurance
                                                                                  • Hospital Confinement Insurance
                                                                                    • Bonuses based on individual and company performance
                                                                                      • CEU assistance and professional development opportunities
                                                                                        • 18 days of paid time off plus 9 paid holidays
                                                                                          • Paid Basic Life Support training and certificationNote: This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.Ally Behavior is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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