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The Edinburg Center
BCBA (Mental Health Specialty Flex)
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A Behavior Analyst is a mental health professional focusing on applied behavior analysis. Usually requires a certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
$47,632 / year median in the U.S.
+29% projected growth
Job Description
BCBA Mental Health Flex Full Time Salaried:
$83,000Sign On Bonus:
$2,500 Mobile Position in Northeastern Massachusetts The Edinburg Center is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our Mental Health Specialty Flex Services team. This is not your ordinary BCBA role! This is an opportunity to use your ABA expertise beyond a traditional autism focused setting and work at the intersection of mental health and behavior . You will collaborate with youth, families, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary team to understand challenging behaviors, develop individualized strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.Who You Are:
You are a BCBA and Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) who is passionate about applying the principles of ABA within a mental health setting. You have experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments, developing individualized behavioral goals, and designing Behavior Support Plans. You are comfortable working with youth and families experiencing mental health and behavioral challenges and understand the importance of approaching behavior within the context of each individual's needs and environment. You are collaborative, flexible, and comfortable working both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.Qualifications Include:
Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis required Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) required Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and developing Behavior Support Plans Previous experience working with mental health and behavioral challenges Strong written, communication, and interpersonal skills Valid Massachusetts driver's license and reliable transportation required Bilingual and bicultural candidates are encouraged to applyWhat You Will Do:
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and skills assessments to identify the function of behaviors and areas for growth Develop individualized Behavior Support Plans and measurable goals focused on decreasing interfering behaviors and increasing appropriate replacement behaviors Create practical data collection systems and monitor progress through ongoing data analysis Provide hands on coaching, modeling, role play, and feedback to help caregivers successfully implement behavioral strategies Train team members and other providers on ABA principles and behavioral strategies to promote consistency across services Collaborate closely with youth, families, caregivers, clinicians, and other members of the treatment team Serve as a behavioral resource and team lead within Flex Services Participate in treatment planning, team meetings, group supervision, and ongoing professional development Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health recordWho We Are:
A dedicated team of professionals who have chosen to join an organization with a forty year history of serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injury, and autism in the community. When we're not at work, we love to hike, bike, craft, read, shop, and sing opera, among many other things! Our staff bring a wide range of interests, experiences, and skills, and we know you do too. At work, we are psychiatrists, social workers, clinicians, nurses, behavior specialists, peer specialists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, direct service staff, and employment specialists.What We Offer:
We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part time staff, including health and dental insurance for eligible employees, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off benefits include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday time. To support your continued professional development, we offer tuition reimbursement, funding for conferences, seminars, certifications, and specialized trainings, as well as free clinical supervision for licensure. We think one of the best benefits we offer is the opportunity to learn from each other, and we hope you will be willing to teach us as well. Be YOU! We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds, including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Edinburg Center, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who bring the strength of diversity are encouraged to apply.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$81,369.60 per yearBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have an active Applied Behavior Analysis certification as a BCBA? Are you interested in a mobile position working in the community and in people's homes? How many years of experience do you have working with children, adolescents, or families? Ability toCommute:
Bedford, MA 01730 (Preferred)Work Location:
On the roadBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans