ASSISTANT BEHAVIORAL ANALYST - IDD - CADILLAC
Locations Available: CADILLAC, GRAYLING, HOUGHTON LAKE, TRAVERSE CITY
Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority (NLCMHA) recognizes the value of and employs people with lived experience and believes strongly in Recovery and a Culture of Gentleness. To this end, this position requires a commitment to creating and maintaining a culture that “Expects Recovery” and “Encourages Gentleness.”
We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, and motivated Assistant Behavior Analyst to join our team. As an Assistant Behavior Analyst, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Behavior Analyst to implement individualized treatment plans for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other developmental disabilities. You will be responsible for providing direct support to clients, collecting data, and ensuring that behavioral interventions are applied effectively and ethically.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and treatment protocols as directed by the supervising Behavior Analyst.
- Accurately record and maintain and monitor data on client behavior, progress, and treatment effectiveness during sessions.
- Provide support and guidance to individuals in various settings and assist with skill development, including communication, social, and adaptive skills.
- Assist in conducting assessments, such as functional behavior assessments (FBA) and skill assessments, under the supervision of a licensed Behavior Analyst.
- Work closely with families, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure that behavioral interventions are consistent and support the client’s goals.
- Maintain accurate records of client progress and prepare regular reports on treatment goals and outcomes.
- Participate in ongoing training sessions, and assist in training parents, staff, and other team members on behavior analysis techniques and strategies as necessary.
- Stay informed of the latest research, methodologies, and best practices in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
- Communicate regularly with caregivers and support staff to facilitate treatment objectives for their patients
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure a holistic approach to the client and their treatment.
- Have a presence in client’s home in order to build rapport and monitor and observe the client’s needs and environment. This may require travel to various homes, both family homes and AFC homes.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Credentialed and qualified to provide services within this discipline
- Certified or ability to be certified as a BCaBA or licensed or ability to become licensed as LaBA
- Bachelor's degree with a focus in behavioral analysis
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or in an ABA - based setting preferred
PAY: $64,782 - $73,332
BENEFITS
- Medical Insurance (4 options)
- Dental Insurance (2 options)
- Vision Insurance (2 options)
- Health Savings Account
- Healthcare and dependent care flex spending account
- MERS Retirement Plan (with Employer matching up to 5%)
- Guaranteed step increase every year on your anniversary
- Paid Time Off (18 days in 1st year)
- Holidays (13 days)
- Sign On Bonus
- Referral Bonus (when you refer someone to join our team)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- This position may require irregular hours.
- This position may require travel by personal vehicle if an agency vehicle is not available.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Occasionally lifting up to 50lbs with or without assistance, stretching/reaching, exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious disease, exposure to hazardous material, stooping (bend at waist).
- Frequently lifting up to 50lbs with or without assistance, stretching/reaching, exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious disease, hand/finger dexterity, talking in person, talking on the telephone, hearing in person, hearing on the telephone, vision for close work.
NLCMHA EEO Statement
Northern Lakes CMH Authority is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Northern Lakes CMH Authority will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or based on sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. Hiring decisions are based exclusively on merit, qualifications and business needs.
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