Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

The Maryland School for the Blind

Baltimore, MD

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Analysis Skills, Behavioral Intervention, CPR Certification, Clinical Competency, Cross-Functional, Data Collection, Developmental Disabilities, Equipment Selection, First Aid, Functional Analysis, Laptop PC, Psychology, Record Keeping, Regulations, Special Education, Team Player, Testing
LOCATION
Baltimore, MD
POSTED
3 days ago
Behavioral Services Provider

*Offering a $2,500 Retention Bonus! Apply today!*

With supervision and support, provides behavioral services to individual students as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

Essential Functions:
  • Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and works with IEP teams to develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP); provides IEP teams with consultation and training regarding implementation of the BIP.
  • Monitors the integrity of BIP implementation and data collection.
  • Maintains records, participates in interdisciplinary teams, and attends designated meetings.
  • Provides consultation and support to students, staff, parents, and community-based professionals.
Marginal Functions:
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.

Equipment Used: Selected test materials, stop watch/timers, personal computer/laptop, telephone.

Performance Standard: Must consistently demonstrate clinical competence in all areas of performance within recognized standards for behaviorists.

Work Environment: Multiple indoor environments, on and off campus, with a variety of sound, lighting, and temperature conditions.

Work Schedule: 35 daytime hours per week with 30 minute unpaid lunch break. Additional time may be required for job completion. Flextime scheduling may occur. This position has an annual 11-month schedule.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, skills, and general abilities:

  • Master's or Doctoral degree in ABA, psychology, or special education.
  • Board certified Behavior Analyst or Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral.
  • Must possess and maintain certification as a behavioral analyst in the state of Maryland.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of conducting and interpreting results of Functional Behavior Assessments.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of data collection, functional assessment, and behavior modification techniques.
  • General knowledge of normal and abnormal human development, including a general knowledge of the impact of children's psychosocial problems on learning and classroom behavior.
  • Basic knowledge of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
  • Basic computer skills related to common office functions (e.g. email, online searches, using Microsoft Office).
  • Flexibility with regard to daily routine, caseload, and responsibilities.
  • School experience preferred

After the six months in this position, the employee will have:

  • General knowledge of: visual impairment/blindness relative to testing and social-emotional development; behavioral management techniques used with students with multiple disabilities; IDEA regulations and service implications; MSB policies and procedures.
  • Basic knowledge of MSDE regulations regarding the provision of psychological services.
  • CPR/First Aid Certification.
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Training completed.

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The Maryland School for the Blind