BCBA - Humanim

BCBA - Humanim Melwood paid time off, remote work United States, Maryland, Upper Marlboro 5606 Dower House Road (Show on map) May 14, 2026
Description This position is located in Columbia, Maryland with other locations in surrounding counties throughout central and southern Maryland. This role follows a hybrid work model, combining communitybased, inperson services with remote responsibilities such as documentation, data review, care coordination, and virtual consultation when appropriate and allowable under DDA requirements. The position integrates MANDT System principles to promote relationshipbased support, emotional regulation, crisis prevention, and safety for individuals and staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Behavioral Assessment & Intervention Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and other required clinical assessments in accordance with DDA and Medicaid waiver requirements, utilizing inperson and approved virtual methods as appropriate.
Develop, implement, and revise PersonCentered Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) incorporating Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) and MANDT principles.
Ensure all interventions emphasize prevention, skill development, dignity, and leastrestrictive alternatives, avoiding prohibited or aversive practices.
Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to inform clinical decisionmaking and improve outcomes and quality of life. SafetyBased Practices Apply MANDT System principles, including building healthy relationships, emotional response management, and crisis deescalation.
Support staff in identifying precursors to behavioral escalation and implementing preventive and proactive strategies aligned with BSPs.
Provide guidance during behavioral incidents consistent with approved BSPs, Humanim policies, and DDA regulations. Training, Coaching & Oversight Train and coach Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), supervisors, and families on BSP implementation and MANDTaligned strategies, both in person and through virtual platforms when appropriate.
Observe residential, day, vocational, and community settings to ensure fidelity of implementation and safety.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, personcentered planning, and clinical reviews, including virtual meetings as applicable. Documentation & Compliance Complete timely, accurate documentation, including assessments, BSPs, progress notes, data summaries, and waiver service reports.
Utilize remote work time for documentation, data analysis, plan development, and required reporting.
Ensure compliance with Maryland DDA standards, Medicaid waiver requirements, HIPAA, and Humanim policies.
Maintain required professional licensure, certification, and training documentation. Collaboration & Advocacy Collaborate with care coordinators, nurses, therapists, families, and external providers through a combination of inperson and virtual communication.
Advocate for individuals' rights, choice, selfdirection, and community inclusion. Qualifications Required BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB and/or
Maryland Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) (or eligibility with active pursuit of licensure)
Master's degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field
Experience providing behavior support services to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
MANDT System certification (current) or willingness to obtain within the required timeframe
Knowledge of Positive Behavior Supports, traumainformed care, and crisis prevention
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for inperson service delivery
Ability to meet DDA and Humanim background screening requirements Preferred Experience working under Maryland DDA waivers, particularly the Community Pathways Waiver
Experience training staff in crisis prevention or deescalation models
Experience supporting adults with complex behavioral or medical needs
Familiarity with electronic documentation and data tracking systems Physical & Work Environment Requirements Hybrid work environment, including: Communitybased settings such as homes, day programs, and workplaces
Remote work for documentation, planning, consultation, and administrative tasks Ability to observe, move within, and actively participate in service environments
Ability to model and coach safe behavioral support practices consistent with MANDT training Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation based on credentials and experience
Medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits (for eligible employees)
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and continuing education support, including MANDT and clinical training
Flexible scheduling within a hybrid work model
Missiondriven, collaborative work environment Equal Opportunity Employer Humanim, Inc. is committed to equity, inclusion, and respect for all. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds who share our mission to support people to live meaningful lives. Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Driver's License (required)
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