Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders 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! We are seeking a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to work with our adult clients at a crisis stabilization home in Albany, GA. We provide thorough training, great challenges, and even greater fulfillment as you help individuals reach their maximum potential. The BCBA will work with 1 to 4 adults with impairments in a temporary crisis residential home to stabilize and teach behavior and independence skills.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide overall behavioral supports to individuals and staff working in the Georgia IDD Crisis Support Program. Must be willing to work hours that are varied, based on the needs of the individuals and crisis home, and as directed by supervisor. Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training, and/or certifications.

Full time 7 days on following 7 day off schedule

Benefits

• CEU Reimbursement + In House CEU opportunities (around 10/year)
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Monthly Incentive payment plans
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Profit Sharing
• Referral bonuses
• Employee discounts with various vendors
• Advancement opportunities
• Opportunities to supervise
• Relocation assistance: up to $3,000
• Recertification costs covered
• Various shifts and locations

Responsibilities

• Provide all aspects of behavior supports including, but not limited to, direct monitoring, assessment, plan development & modification, intervention, data collection/analysis and staff training.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing crisis supports to individuals.
• Provide guidance and supervision to direct care staff through daily visits to the crisis home (and IIH site, where applicable).
• Conduct regular fidelity checks across all shifts and provide necessary feedback and training based on results.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation of behavior services.
• Maintain system for collecting program specific information including key data points and quality outcome data.
• Seek input and maintain effective communication with IDT and supervisor.
• Attend all agency, departmental, and individual specific meetings, as directed.
• Present behavior data at individual psychiatric appointments.
• Supervise and assist in transport of individuals in crisis.
• Supervise and review all incidents of physical intervention.
• Assist licensed clinician/case manager in case management functions and discharge planning
• Supervise RBTs and BCaBAs in collaboration with Clinical Director.
• Maintain individual confidentiality.
• Must report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation according to Benchmark and DBHDD requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.
• Report to work as scheduled.
• Maintain BCBA certification.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Current BCBA certification in good standing.
• Certification and ongoing training in crisis intervention curriculum.
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance.
• Must be computer literate
• Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training and/or certifications.

Preferred

• Minimum of two years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and/or mental illness who are in crisis.
• At least two years’ experience with behavior supports evaluation and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Working knowledge of the DBHDD service system
• Experience in developing behavior support plans and presenting them to Human Rights or other review committees.

EEO and Affirmative Action Employer. Veterans, Women and Individuals with Disabilities encouraged to apply.

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