Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Full Time Salary Position with Comprehensive Benefits

Job Title:  Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Organization: Aveanna Education Services 

Location: Northern Valley School District

Employment Type: Part-time 

Schedule: 2 full days per week for public school settings

Typical Placements : K-8 schools within the Northern Valley area

Caseload: Relatively small but would need to complete FBAs, classroom/teacher consults, and at times attend IEP meetings

Requirements: Must hold a NJ BCBA Certification

Overview:    Aveanna Education Services (AES) is seeking Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to lead an ABA-based early intervention clinic/classroom being run by the Northern Valley School District.

Key Responsibilities:  

1. Assessment and Individualized Treatment Planning

• Initial Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments using tools such as the VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program). 

• Individualized Treatment Plans (ITP): Develop customized plans for each child based on assessment results, addressing specific needs, goals, and strengths. Review and update these plans quarterly. 

1. Behavioral Interventions

• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA): Implement evidence-based interventions such as Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Environment Training (NET), and Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT). 

• Positive Behavior Support (PBS): Utilize proactive strategies to promote desirable behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors, incorporating Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs). 

1. Skill Acquisition Programs

• Communication Skills: Enhance verbal and non-verbal communication using techniques like the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices through a verbal behavior model. 

• Social Skills Training: Facilitate structured playgroups, peer modeling, and social stories to foster interaction and social understanding. 

• Adaptive Skills: Provide training in activities of daily living (ADLs), such as dressing, feeding, and toileting, to promote independence. 

1. Data Collection and Progress Monitoring

• Real-Time Data Collection: Continuously collect data on target behaviors and skills using digital tools and software for efficient tracking. 

• Regular Progress Reviews: Conduct weekly team meetings to discuss progress, update ITPs, and adjust interventions as needed. 

• Completion of Daily Clinical Notes: Maintain thorough documentation and complete daily clinical notes to ensure accurate records and facilitate billing for services. 

1. Family Involvement and Training

• Parent Training Programs: Conduct workshops and one-on-one training sessions to empower parents with ABA techniques and strategies. 

• Home-Based Support: Extend clinic programs into the home environment through regular consultation and support. 

1. Collaborative Approach

• Interdisciplinary Team: Coordinate with BCBAs, Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and special education teachers. 

• Integrated Services: Ensure seamless collaboration with early intervention programs to maintain consistency across settings. 

1. Supervision and Training

• BHT Supervision: Provide supervision and training to Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs), ensuring they effectively implement ITPs and utilize ABA techniques. 

1. Service Provision

• Service Delivery: Provide the specified amount of services as detailed in each student's Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP). 

Qualifications:  

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field. 

• Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA). 

• Experience in conducting assessments and developing individualized treatment plans for young children with developmental and behavioral challenges. 

• Strong understanding of ABA principles and techniques, including DTT, NET, and PRT. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and interdisciplinary teams. 

• Proficiency in data collection and analysis tools. 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience working in a school or clinical setting with early intervention programs. 

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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