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Behavior Analyst
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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).
$44,256 / year median in New York
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Application Deadline 7/24/2026 Position Title Behavior Analyst Required Application Type Teacher / Admin Salary/Pay Scale Salary range $67,765 - $75,851 Job Description The Ulster BOCES Instructional Services Program is seeking a Behavior Analyst for a full time, 10 month position. The ideal candidate must be an active certified BCBA or BCBA-D in good standing, with related professional experience providing behavioral support to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other disabilities. Strong assessment, organizational, and communication skills are required. NYS license to practice required. All Civil Service laws, rules and regulations apply. Fingerprinting required.
Civil Service Classification:
Competitive. Merit and fitness examination applies. Salary commensurate with experience and training. Salary range $67,765 - $75,851 per year.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
An employee in this class is involved in the development, implementation and evaluation of interventions, positive behavioral supports, contextual supports and staff professional development for students with special needs to ensure socially significant outcomes and increased academic engagement. Incumbents will work collaboratively with school district/school based administrators, school teams to execute effective behavior instruction, functional assessments of behavior and the implementation of behavior plans to provide support in creating positive outcomes for all students. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level administrative employee with considerable leeway for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out the duties of the position. Supervision is not normally exercised over the work of others. Does related work as required.WORK SCHEDULE
10 Month Schedule Monday through FridayTYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
The typical work activities listed below, while providing representative examples of the variety of work assignments in the title, do not describe any individual position. Incumbents in this title may perform some or all of the following, as well as other related activities not described. Provides and develops staff and parent training as well as on-site support in the areas of positive and proactive behavior support and applied behavior analysis for families and support staff; Conducts direct observations and assessments of individual students and their learning environments; Develops and implements behavior programs, coordinating delivery of appropriate services to students in order to achieve positive outcomes; Participates in interdisciplinary team review meetings at which behavioral intervention and support plans are reviewed; Collects baseline and intervention data to evaluate outcomes including progress monitoring; Engages in research as well as professional development activities to enhance the program and to remain current in the field; Conducts functional behavioral assessments/analysis and develops behavioral support/intervention plans; Develops and/or provides guidance for one to one supplementary support personnel plans; Develops and delivers staff professional development in the area of proactive and positive behavioral support; Completes written behavioral summaries to assist teachers and administrators in the development of appropriate learning experiences and behavior plans; May prepare and maintain records and reports regarding behavioral concerns of identified students with special needs. Job QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Either:
A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's or higher level Degree in AppliedBehavior Analysis, Education, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology or closely related field and two (2) years of full-time paid or its part-time equivalent work experience working with individuals with special needs; one (1) year of which must have included providing functional behavioral assessments, behavioral interventions and/or behavior support plans; OR B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of full-time paid or its part-time equivalent work experience working with individuals with special needs; one (1) year of which must have included providing functional behavioral assessments, behavioral interventions and/or behavior support plans.Special Requirement:
Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA, BCBA-D), or as a Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst(BCaBA) is required. Special Requirement for appointment in school districts includingBOCES:
In accordance with the Schools Against Violence in Education(SAVE) legislation and by the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, candidates for employment in school districts must obtain clearance for appointment from the New York State Education Department based upon fingerprinting and a criminal background check.AGENCY OVERVIEW
Our Mission:
At Ulster BOCES, our mission is to provide high quality shared educational, administrative, and technical services that will enable component school districts to develop the capacity of their students and adults to achieve higher standards of performance. With an emphasis on economic efficiencies, Ulster BOCES is committed to offering educational programs that enable all students to prepare for employment and/or post-secondary education. The Ulster County Board of Cooperative Educational Services is an educational agency serving eight component school districts.They are:
Ellenville Central School District- Highland Central School District
- Kingston City Schools Consolidated
- New Paltz Central School District
- Onteora Central School District
- Rondout Valley Central School District
- Saugerties Central School District
- Wallkill Central School District