Overview

The Behavior Analyst designs and supervises the behavioral intervention services for children diagnosed with autism who present with significant problem behavior. The Behavior Analyst develops and implements comprehensive functional behavior assessments, develops and delineates behavior plans, and provides parent training and school consultation services. The Behavior Analyst may serve in a clinic-based or community-based capacity, providing Intensive Day Treatment services or Community Based Consultation services.

Job Description Summary

Designs and oversees the applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for patients diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities. Provides supervision and training for the treatment team, caregivers, and providers on the strategies to assist clients in gaining skills and independence. Conducts parent training services, provides behavioral consultation and school consultation services, and coordinates care.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Provides direct clinical care to clients and caregivers, using evidenced-based, behavior analytic treatment procedures, structured assessments, and developmentally appropriate norms.
• Designs the applied behavior analysis intervention services for each client by assessing needs, developing goals, designing teaching procedures, addressing biopsychosocial barriers to treatment, and using culturally mindful practices, under the supervision of supervising Psychologist.
• Assists in submitting prior authorizations, behavioral assessments, and behavior analytic treatment plans.
• Provides supervision to BCBA Candidates and Registered Behavior Technicians and ensures documentation of supervision is completed. Trains staff to implement designated teaching procedures for each client.
• Conducts parent training according to parents’ priorities and address the questions and concerns of parents. Serves as liaison between the CASD and the client’s other service providers or school district personnel.
• Conducts and attends in-service trainings, peer review, other intra-agency, supervisory activities and assists with community outreach events and trainings.
• Protects child’s right to confidentiality and maintains appropriate relationships with the client, family, and other professionals.
  
  

Education Requirement

Master’s Degree in psychology, behavior analysis, special education, speech, or a related field, required.

Licensure Requirement

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications

Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), required.

Certification as a Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA), required.

Certification in Marcus Crisis Prevention Program safety training and other safety protocols within 60 days of employment.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, families, peers and community representatives.
• Ability to provide and manage behavioral health services for children, adolescents and families.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
  
  

Experience

Two years of experience specializing in the care and management of autism spectrum disorders, required.

One year of experience as a Behavior Analyst, Case Supervisor, Senior Registered Behavior Technician, or a similar position, required.

Physical Requirements

Experience completing functional behavior assessments and behavior plans, required.

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Flexing/extending of neck, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking, Working Outdoors

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

Implementing MCPP and safety protocol strategies.

Talk on phone/in person

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"