Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) | CA Active Consulting

Description

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected organizations in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health.

We work with people at home, work, and in the community through residential, employment, crisis response, recovery, behavioral, children's services, and day services.

Our California Active Consulting team in LA County, CA is currently recruiting for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to serves as the subject matter expert for all behavioral interventions.

The BCBA will collaborate with other members of the team on referrals received for individuals whose behavior might result in harm to self or others;

emergency department evaluation, psychiatric hospital admission, involvement with law enforcement, or places them at risk for loss of home / residential.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE - those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day.

We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse;

when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benefits :

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Advancement opportunities.
• 401k with company match.
• Employee discounts with various vendors.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Guide the behavioral interventions and activities of the Active Consulting team.
• Assist providers with implementation of behavior management techniques through consultation and coaching.
• Develop content and deliver in-person or virtual training to IDD / BH providers and community members on best practice crisis prevention measures i.

e. behavioral supports, proactive strategies, triggers, staff interventions, replacement behaviors, etc.

• Respond to referrals in a timely manner.
• Complete Functional Behavioral Assessment Interviews and / or Observations or oversee RBTs in this effort.
• Participate in provider wraparound or consultation meetings by reporting assessment results and offering rationale for best practice recommendations in areas of expertise.
• Assist with identifying staff and designing strategies to develop BCBA and RBT staff within provider agencies.
• Participate in reviewing and debriefing of critical / safety incidents submitted by IDD / BH providers.
• Build capacity within provider agencies on development, implementation, and monitoring of Behavior Support Plans (BSP), including coaching on data collection and fidelity checks.
• Provide RBT supervision, as needed.
• Model person-centered care and positive behavioral supports.
• Respond to emergency situations in a timely manner and as trained.
• Complete all documentation in a timely manner.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department director and to appropriate state authorities as required by state rules and regulations.
• Comply with all organization standards to assure the health, safety, and confidentiality of all individuals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of California Division of Developmental Services (DDS) and Department of Mental Health Services (MHSD);
• Knowledge of Regional Center's policies, procedures and operations;
• Knowledge of health care privacy and confidentiality rules;
• Knowledge of standard health care business practices;
• Knowledge of person-centered care, trauma informed services, and support for individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities;
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis technologies and / or Positive Behavior Support strategies

Qualifications : Minimum :

Minimum :

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst;
• Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, social work or related field;
• Minimum of 35 hours of training and education in behavior analysis and behavior supports;
• Two years' experience with behavior supports evaluation and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
• Current certification in a crisis de-escalation methodology;
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification;
• Valid Driver's License and auto insurance;
• Must be computer literate;
• Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training and / or certifications

Preferred :

• Fluent bilingual speaker in one or more of the following languages : (English / Spanish; English / Mandarin; English / Korean; English / Tagalog).
• Two years' experience working with individuals with intellectual and / or developmental disabilities and / or mental health diagnoses who are in crisis;
• Two years' experience supervising RBTs and other professional staff in the provision of treatment services;
• Experience in developing behavior support plans and presenting them to Human Rights or other review committees

We'd love to see your application! Apply online today at www.BenchmarkHS.com / Careers.

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE / AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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