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Melmark
Interim Residential BCBA
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$44,837 / year median in Massachusetts
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Interim Residential BCBA Melmark
- 3.2 Andover, MA Job Details Full-time $88,000
- $110,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Pension plan Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications School experience Staff supervision Program management Management Master's degree Public school experience Clinical staff training Practicing as a therapist supervisor Clinical training Board Certified Behavior Analyst Full Job Description Residential BCBA•1 year role to start 10/1/26 Melmark Overview•Melmark is a nonprofit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders.
- The Residential BCBA is responsible for implementing Melmark New England's Behavior Intervention Strategies and providing direct clinical oversight for a residential caseload of up to 16 students across two residences.
- Full-time, flexible hours with some evening, weekend, and holiday responsibilities as needed Starting from $88,000/year
- 110,000/year Requirements
- Minimum of a Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or Special Education (Doctoral degree preferred) Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in clinical service delivery and supervision within public or private school settings Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in program management, staff supervision, and training Expertise in applied behavior analysis, functional analysis, and evidence-based intervention strategies for individuals with significant challenging behaviors Residential BCBA Responsibilities•Conduct functional behavior assessments, develop and oversee behavior support plans, and ensure IEP behavioral objectives are met Provide weekly direct observations in classroom and residential settings, adjusting intervention strategies as needed Implement Melmark's Behavior Intervention Strategies across clinical settings with a focus on procedural integrity Train and mentor management staff and direct care personnel using a structured feedback system Assist in crisis management across school and residential settings, ensuring effective intervention strategies Oversee the Student Weekly Review process and ensure timely implementation of recommendations Serve as a clinical supervisor and mentor for students in the BCBA program Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, admissions committees, and senior clinical meetings to support student progress Assist with parent training and engagement both onsite and in-home settings as needed Benefits•Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives Generous Paid Time Off Benefits, including Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan AND 403(b) with employer matching Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance