Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Belmont Behavioral Health System
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Salary
$30 - $40 / HOUR
Quick overview
The BCBA will develop and implement behavior plans for patients on the Specialty Pediatric Unit, specifically focusing on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. They are also responsible for supervising Registered Behavior Technicians and training staff on ABA techniques.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with experience in developing behavior intervention plans for adolescents. CPR and de-escalation/restraint certifications are required.
Job description
Overview Belmont Behavioral Health System has been a trusted source of superior service for more than 75 years. To ensure that we are best prepared to provide the highest quality of care to individuals and families in the Philadelphia area for decades to come, we have moved into a brand-new building. We are seekiung to hire a BCBA Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide quality ABA services to the patients on the Specialty Pediatric Unit, including the development and implementation of Behavior Plans, and assists staff in implementing and maintaining fidelity to plans. Daytime Hours
Salary Range: $30-$40 per hour depending on expereince
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:· Assist in the implementation of ABA programming on the Specialized Pediatric Unit with particular focus on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).· Provides supervision to the Registered Behavior Technicians and Behavioral Health Associates· Trains new staff on ABA techniques· Keeps abreast of advances in treatment and sets appropriate goals for self-improvement· Facilitates daily team meetings· Attends staff meetings as required and completes all yearly mandatory in-services· Provides direct services to the patients on the Specialized Pediatric Unit· Conducts the appropriate assessments including ADOS and other specific assessments in atimely manner· Participates in performance improvement activities· Follows all hospital policies and procedures· Must maintain license or certification in good standing· Flexible schedule. Possible weekends or evenings when appropriate· Employee will be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Experience with the development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills Experience with working with adolescent population Must be skilled and competent to provide services to the patient. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) by BACB CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered byfacility). First aid may be required based on state or facility. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. AH-MKT #LI-BBH