Overview

Why Choose Metro? For over thirty years, Metro Therapy, Inc (now a subsidiary of Powerback Rehab) has been serving the educational and developmental needs of the pediatric populations throughout the greater New York city area. Metro is still locally run by the same family and continues to add diverse leaders who embrace the dedication to the community and yet bring new insightful knowledge that will allow us to provide the absolute best services for our clients. We have recently joined Powerback Rehab in an effort to provide employees with lower cost benefits, access to clinical support teams, and possible career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Behavior Analyst will provide services designed to facilitate improved behavior and skill acquisition in children with autism, other developmental disabilities, and behavioral difficulties. Major aspects of this position include but are not limited to the provision of behavioral services through direct intervention with students, consults with staff, and training with parents and caregivers. This position serves children receiving services through the Early Intervention program, The Committee on Preschool Special Education, or school-based Special Education.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Delivers specialized instruction and training for children who are recommended for or prescribed Applied Behavior Analysis therapy.
Consults with classroom teachers in order to help them adjust a student's learning environment and instruction delivery.
Assesses and documents a student's progress through formal and informal tests and measurements, curriculum-based assessments, functional behavior assessments, and data collection.
Writes daily log notes, quarterly progress notes, and annual review reports.
Conducts and writes Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Provides parent and caregiver training, support, and education.
Attends IFSP/CPSE/CSE meetings as needed.
Provides supervision and guidance to Registered Behavior Technicians.
Conducts training and professional development for teachers and paraprofessionals.
Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

This position requires a Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field.
Must hold and maintain BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Must hold a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) license in the state of practice.

Posted Salary Range

USD $65.00 - USD $65.00 /Hr.