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Devereux
BCBA- IDD/Autism School
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What they do
A Psychologist studies human behavior to learn about the mental processes that affect people and how they relate to each other. Specializes in research or works directly with patients. May assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, provide counseling, advise students, focus on workplace issues or consult on criminal cases.
$84,611 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Description:
A re you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with children with special needs? Do you want to join a multi-disciplinary team with a strengths-based approach, emphasizing applied behavior analysis and positive behavior supports? At Devereux as a BCBA , you will impact the individuals you are working with by unlocking their full potential on a daily basis. This is a 12-month position specializing in evidence-based behavior change for students with disabilities. What you will do as aBCBA:
Provide direct assistance to educational staff, administrators, behaviorists, students and parents in the areas of behavior change using Applied Behavior Analysis and addressing challenging behaviors of students attending Devereux schools. Provide individual and group trainings; conduct and support functional behavior assessments and analyses; develop positive behavior support plans; ensure fidelity of implementation of behavior plans Advise behaviorists, teachers and administrators regarding best practices and regulations Work as a collaborative consultant with school and agency personnel; provides expertise regarding behavior modification in complex cases; participates in IEP meetings; and becomes a member of the PDE behavior intervention committee. Provide services and documents that are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations for school based services. Services and documents are based on best practices within Applied Behavior Analysis, research validated methods, and PDE supported procedures and materials.What you will be offered:
Opportunities to learn and grow in the behavioral health and human services fields. Fun, fast-paced supportive environment with opportunities to teach students valuable life skills and be a positive role model Professional growth opportunities within a clinically based school environment, CEU and continuing education credits Participate at state and national conferences Quality Low-Cost Benefits after a 30 day benefit eligibility waiting period, tuition assistance and the opportunity to work for a PSLF qualified employer ASCEND Career Program Free Supervision hours!! BCBA annual compensation of $85,000- 96,900 (dependent upon experience) $2,000 sign on bonus for external applicants to be paid out over first 6 months.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
Masters' or Doctoral degree in psychology, special education or related field. Board Certification in Behavior Analysis or eligible to sit for exam.EXPERIENCE
Prior experience working with students with special needs. Prior experience writing FBAs, BSPs. Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.Company Overview:
Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults- and their families
- every year.
Our Mission:
Devereux changes lives- by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
- every day
- for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders.
- offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors
- is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world
- one person, one family, one community at a time.