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Board Certified Behavior Analyst IBHS

#ELW-20294 | Posted 02/26/2025 Elwyn, Pennsylvania Apply

Board Certified Behavior Analyst IBHS

#ELW-20294 | Posted 02/26/2025 | Elwyn, Pennsylvania Apply for this job now!  Apply

Job Description

Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation.

Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life.

Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours: Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan Elwyn seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), who in collaboration with the psychologist and Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) treatment team, designs, develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates an individualized resiliency plan including behavioral interventions and protocols for each assigned client. The BCBA provides expertise with meeting the needs of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), and/or other behavioral and communication disorders in the analysis of behavioral problems, their functions, and in developing effective treatments based on applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles and practice within the setting of homes, school, and communities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Utilizes relevant assessment tools e.g. the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VBMapp), Adaptive Behavior Assessment System (ABAS), Vineland, Questions About Behavior Function (QABF), Preference assessments, Functional Assessment Screening Tool (FAST), reinforcer assessments and data collection procedures to conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) Uses results of FBA to determine function of target behaviors and develop behavioral interventions and protocols based on ABA methodology to reduce target behaviors and teach new skills Develops individualized resiliency plan including treatment goals and objectives based on FBA results and ABA methodology in conjunction with all team members including, but not limited to, client, parents/caregivers, Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT), Mobile therapist (MT), school personnel, other providers, and Managed Care Organizations (MCO) Collects, analyzes and graphs behavioral data from BHT progress notes or own observations/data collection Maintains weekly contact with assigned client's treatment teams to coordinate services Facilitates Interagency Services Planning Team (ISPT) meetings to review and revise resiliency plans (as needed) and to develop a strategy for the next authorization period Completes all documentation including but not limited to:

Functional Behavior Assessment including collection/interpretation of data and graphs Resiliency plan Input form Required assessment/ outcomes tools Authorization packet Weekly paperwork BHT progress notes Provides direct, clinical supervision to all assigned BHTs including development/ updating BHT progress note and providing BHT with copy of updated resiliency plan Provides on site assessment and assistance to all newly assigned BHTs Provides direct supervision and training for BHTs, parents, caregivers, day care personnel and school personnel in the implementation of behavioral interventions/protocols, reinforcement procedures, data collect on, ongoing assessment, and progress monitoring of all aspects of assigned clients Consults with the treatment team in the ongoing assessment, evaluation, implementation, and progress monitoring of the resiliency plan and behavioral interventions by providing expertise in all aspects of ABA interventions for the assigned population Provides clinical direction related to behavioral interventions and strategies during family sessions and ISPT meetings Develops and nurtures relationships with clients and families to support the treatment process Leads staff and/or parent group training in various topics including but not limited to ABA, data collection, and graphing Meets requirements for attending monthly supervision with the Clinical Director Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and restrictive procedures and manual restraints using agency-trained protocols Performs other duties as assigned EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Current and actively (practicing) Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification Current Pennsylvania Behavioral Specialist License (LBS) Expertise working with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and other behavioral and communication disorders Experience with data collection and graphing Experience with administering the VBMAPP, ABAS, Preference Assessments preferred Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities Demonstrated strong attention to detail Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills Must be able to perform CPR and restrictive procedures and manual restraints using agency-trained protocols Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; Publisher experience preferred Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred Must possess a current, valid driver's license in the state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record, which will be assessed through a review of the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record, in accordance with Elwyn's Vehicle Operation and Driver's Code Policy 905. For individuals licensed for more than two (2) years, the driving record will be reviewed for acceptability based on the past three (3) years. Additionally, employees required to drive as part of their job may need to successfully complete and pass an Elwyn Road Test before being authorized to drive. Must be available and willing to work flexible hours including evenings and some weekends Must be available and willing to travel within Delaware County PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position who