Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Description

Benchmark has grown to become one of the most respected organizations in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country. 

If you’re looking for something outside of a typical clinic setting where you can help people with disabilities become more independent and involved in their community, then Benchmark is the place for you! Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to work with 1-4 adult clients in a crisis respite home in Savannah, GA. We provide thorough training, great challenges, and even greater fulfillment as you help individuals reach their maximum potential.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

7 days on / 7 days off schedule, competitive salary, and multidisciplinary team approach!

Description:

The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst will work with 1-4 adults with autism or other intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD) in a temporary residential home to stabilize and teach behavior and independence skills. The BCBA will work on an interdisciplinary team managing scheduled behavior supports in the community through the state crisis program.

Benefits:

• CEU Reimbursement & In House CE opportunities
• Opportunities to supervise
• Company laptop provided
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• 401k Plan with company match
• Profit sharing plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Discount programs
• Referral bonuses
• Relocation assistance: up to $3,000
• Advancement opportunities
• Recertification costs covered

Responsibilities:

•  Serve as a member of the professional team for the crisis support home.  
•  Ensure that all services are documented and meet all criteria for Medicaid waiver billing.  
• Provide direct monitoring, assessment, intervention, and staff training including behavioral supports, proactive strategies, triggers, staff interventions, replacement behaviors, etc.  
•  Maintain system for collecting objective data regarding the skills and needs of individuals served.  
• Maintain system for collecting program specific information including key data points.  
• Maintain quality outcome data. 
•  Complete functional assessment.  
•  Develop and implement BSP. Behavior Specialist will consult after discharge.  
• Seek input and maintain effective communication with IDT, team clinician, and supervisor. 
• Modify BSP's as necessary.  
• Attend all agency, departmental, and individual specific meetings as directed.
•  Attend individual psychiatric appointments and inpatient psychiatric discharge meetings.  
• Conduct direct support staff training on implementation of individual behavioral support plans and related data collection. 
• Supervises and assists in transport of individuals, as needed.  
• Supervises and reviews all incidents of physical intervention. 
• Maintain individual confidentiality. 
• Assist team clinician in case management functions and discharge planning. 
• Must report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head. 
• Provide behavior services across all shifts.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

• Preferred:  Active BCBA license 
• Minimum of two years’ experience working with individuals 
• Minimum:  Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, social work or related field.  
• Minimum of 35 hours of training and education in behavior analysis and behavior supports.  
• If not BCBA licensed yet, must be in process for taking exam.
• Experience with behavior supports evaluation and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  
• Certification and ongoing training in crisis intervention curriculum.  
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification  
• Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance.

We’d love to see your application! Please apply online at BenchmarkHS.com and select the Careers tab and Georgia | Or email me at [email protected]

Benchmark Human Service is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer. Veterans, Women and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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