at Amergis in Joliet, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Amergis Staffing is looking for a BCBA for the upcoming school year for a therapeutic day school. This position will be working with students in all grade levels who experience high-priority behaviors such as SIB and eloping. The BCBA will work closely with special education teachers, RBTs, and paras on proper implementation of BIPs. The BCBA will collaborate with all special education professionals, complete FBAs, attend IEP meetings, and complete parent-trainings as needed.
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst – ES provides consultation, training, conducts behavioral evaluations and develops/implements behavior intervention plans for individuals with academic and behavioral deficits. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst – ES acts as a clinical teacher who educates, observes, assesses, and supervises educational activities and behavioral service delivery in the school setting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:+ Conducts functional behavior assessments and educational assessments, accurately identifying the function of challenging behavior and socially valid, pivotal behaviors to target
+ Develops strong collaborative relationships and provides training to school staff to implement effective applied behavior analysis techniques. Provides ongoing support and training to related field staff ensuring treatment integrity and supporting professional growth
+ Investigates concerns and provides coaching and disciplinary action when appropriate
+ Develops behavior goals according to the needs and abilities of the student
+ Determines prevention, intervention and consequence strategies utilizing non-aversive behavior change methods
+ Collects, analyzes and reports data and other documentation within established time frames to ensure program validity and efficacy per contract guidelines
+ Attends and presents behavioral progress at IEP meetings
Minimum Requirements:+ Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
+ Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, teaching, psychology or related field
+ Preferred experience providing behavior analytic programs and services in schools
+ One (1) year minimum pediatric experience preferred
+ Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
+ Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable
+ Current CPR if applicable
+ TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
+ Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
+ Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
+ Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
+ Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
+ Computer proficiency required
+ Must be at least 18 years of age
BenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.