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Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
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A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$32,290 / year median in Louisiana
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) Baton Rouge, Louisiana We are looking for passionate BCaBA to help us fulfill our mission to make socially significant change in the lives of children and families . We want you to enjoy coming to work, so we dedicate and commit ourselves to making our teams feel valued, respected, and heard. This isn't just another place to work, it's a welcoming environment with a leadership team that champions every individual to achieve their potential. What would you be doing? You will be integral to ensuring the highest possible treatment outcomes for families affected by Autism. As a member of the Butterfly Effects Interdisciplinary Team, the BCaBA manages individualized behavior programming under the supervision of a BCBA, including: Supervising implementation of treatment plans Developing individualized goals/objectives Individualizing client treatment plans/curricula Managing RBTs Why Work at Butterfly Effects? Strong full time salaried compensation package Benefit packages, including: Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage Life Insurance and Supplemental Insurance programs PTO and Holidays 401K CEUs and professional development opportunities Mentorship with an experienced BCBA for BCaBA staff; we will help you develop your skill set Mentorship with an experienced BCBA for newly certified BCBAs to help you develop your skill set Participation in work groups, research projects, and activities to expand the company culture and spread community awareness Supportive work setting designed to develop staff in a positive employee culture What do you bring to the role? Bachelor's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field BCaBA Certification - Must hold a current certification by the BACB Minimum of 1 year experience providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities in a home setting About Butterfly Effects Since 2005, Butterfly Effects has supported over 14,000 families through individualized ABA therapy. Our butterfly logo symbolizes love, rebirth, and metamorphosis - mirroring our commitment to helping children and families thrive. We are co-founders of the National Coalition for Access to Autism Services (NCAAS) and the Louisiana Coalition for Access to Autism Services (LCAAS) - two nonprofits dedicated to expanding access to ABA regardless of socio-economic status. At Butterfly Effects, you will find more than a job - you will find a mission. Visit www.butterflyeffects.com to learn more and apply.