Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)/ NADD

Job Description

Job Description

8LOCATIONS INCLUSIVE OF: HOWELL, MONMOUTH COUNTY, JACKSON, OCEAN COUNTY, BLOOMINGDALE, PASSAIC COUNTY, BERGEN COUNTY, FLANDERS, MORRIS COUNTY, PRINCETON, MERCER COUNTY, NEW JERSEY

MUST BE WILLING TO DRIVE TO EAST BRUNSWICK FOR THE INTERVIEW.

Behaviorist (BCBA)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Development and implementation of new support services to meet the changing needs of persons receiving services.
• Provide training in implementing formal comprehensive behavior support plans.
• Develops, monitors and trains staff on Behavior Support Plans.
• Develop behavior intervention strategies with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in accordance with APluscare policies and procedures.
• Intervene during a behavioral crisis
• Understand and implement current DHS rules and regulations, policies and procedures
• Assist & cooperate in inspections and investigations of any sort, including investigations by APluscare and/or DHS Consulting with direct care and supervisory staff to ensure that daily activity schedules are adequate to meet the needs of the individuals.
• Act as a liaison with parents, staff and DHS staff to ensure the continuum of care and support for members
• Participate in after- hour on-call rotation in cooperation with other APluscare staff
• All other duties as assigned by APluscare.

Qualifications and Skills

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• BCBA required Master's degree in Psychology or related field required.
• A Master's Degree in Social Work, ABA, Psychology, Special Education or other disciplines as may be approved by the Executive Director.
• Extremely strong organizational, writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and flexibility are essential in assuming significant responsibility.
• Experience working in racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities working with developmental disabilities preferred.
• The Behaviorist may be required to complete mandatory DHS training. Training is provided at no charge.
• Employee must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection or investigation.
• Employee must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be at least 18 years of age