Board Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator serves as an exemplary Direct Support Professional role model for the agency. The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator is immersed in all aspects of the Future Quest Behavior Services' behavior assessments, behavior support plans, behavioral interventions and reinforcement plans, behavioral tracking and reporting, crisis intervention, and training of the direct support staff in the behavior program. The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator provides support for each associate enrolled in the Future Quest Behavior Services program and acts as a consultant for individuals served in other departments who may need additional behavioral support to be successful. The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator assists with formulating justification for behavioral services at intake. The BCBA may also attend Individual Program Plan (IPP) meetings to convey behavioral concerns / progress / etc to CSCs, families, and care providers. Under the direction of the Program Director, collaborates with associates and other team members to develop opportunities for associates to realize their goals for employment, volunteerism, and an active retirement lifestyle, ultimately leading to a fully inclusive life in their community or the most appropriate setting for the individual.

Principal Areas of Responsibility :

Positive Behavior Support for individuals served in our Future Quest Behavior Services

Ensure each person served has a behavioral assessment to determine the target and replacement behaviors that will be tracked, the motivation for the target behaviors, what the behaviors may be communicating, the individual’s learning style to inform prompts and praise, the most meaningful reinforcers, etc.

Develop a positive behavior support plan that can be used by direct support staff to support an individual to reduce target behaviors (proactive strategies), respond appropriately when target behaviors occur (reactive strategies), increase the use of replacement behaviors, and provide contingent and noncontingent reinforcement.

Work directly with DSP staff and associates to conduct in-the-moment training and provide direct support for successfully implementing behavior support plans and / or developing effective crisis intervention strategies.

The BCBA Coordinator will monitor associate progress through assessment tools / data gathered from instructors and conduct associate observations. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator provides crisis support, as needed, and assistance with self-advocacy and case coordination services for associates.

The BCBA Coordinator contributes to the support team's development and implementation of person-centered planning so that each associate served can develop Productive and Personally Meaningful goals. The Tierra del Sol Foundation uses Positive Behavior Support, believing individuals who can direct their lives and goals will have naturally reduced behavioral challenges.

Documentation Management

The BCBA Coordinator ensures that Behavior Assessments and Behavior Support Plans are written, approved, and easily accessible to support staff. Additionally, behavior progress reports are written and approved semi-annually and annually.

The BCBA Coordinator ensures that behavioral documentation accurately reflects the support needed to achieve behavioral goals.

Quality Assurance :

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator will establish and maintain strong working relationships with associates, program managers, team members, and collaborating social service agencies.

Assist in developing systems to identify and remediate health and safety risks at all locations where the individual is served. Monitor associates for signs of illness / injury / abuse and provide follow-up, as appropriate. Intervene in medical, behavioral, and other emergencies.

Staff Training / Ongoing Growth / Supervision and Evaluation :

Coordinate and provide staff training to ensure the highest quality of services is offered to each person served. Observe volunteer and / or community activities and provide written feedback to staff regarding training strategies and associate intervention.

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator supports associate and staff behavior and safety at all times and assists with medical, behavioral, and other associate emergencies.

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst Coordinator should act as a leader during behavioral / emotional crises in accordance with Tierra del Sol’s positive behavior support strategies and Handle with Care Behavior Management System philosophy.

This is a full-time, non-exempt management position. The typical work hours are 7 : 30 a.m.- 4 : 00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Qualifications : A BCBA is required. Bilingual Spanish skills are preferred. Strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and staff management experience are essential. Experience with the implementation of positive behavior support techniques, as well as experience providing training / instruction / case management to adults with developmental disabilities, is required. Must have a current California driver's license, 3 years’ driving experience, auto liability insurance, and a current certification in CPR / First Aid.

WHAT WE OFFER

STARTING RATE OF $33.00 PER HOUR

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS :

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 403B Savings

PAID TIME OFF

OPPORTUNITY FOR GROWTH

Tierra offers a wide variety of DSP and management-level opportunities

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

Tierra is committed to ensuring each and every staff member feels focused, recognized, and challenged via :

BONUS OPPORTUNITIES

Bonus opportunities are available for employees who refer others to work for Tierra del Sol.

INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC TRAINING / TRANSFERRABLE SKILLS, INCLUDING :

JOIN TIERRA DEL SOL FOUNDATION AND HELP MAKE A MEANINGFUL CONTRIBUTION EVERYDAY WHILE WORKING IN A FRIENDLY AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT!