MyCHN is a nonprofit organization providing Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, and Pharmacy services to communities in the South Houston and Gulf Coast area. We were founded in 2008 with one provider, three exam rooms and a big dream. Today, we have over 100 providers and more than 15 locations. MyCHN’s mission is to “provide quality care that uplifts, supports, and shapes healthy communities while addressing financial and social barriers”.

Job Summary:

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) must be fully licensed in the state of Texas to oversee all facets of training staff and implementation of intervention plans for children with autism on site and/or in the home. A candidate for this position must have extensive experience working with children in a center or home, leadership experience and a passion for working with families of children on the autism spectrum.

Assessments will provide support to individuals and their families by coordinating and providing services in Applied Behavior Analysis. A Behavior Analyst will also oversee programming of associate behavior analysts and provide ongoing support and supervision to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) as it relates to the implementation and documentation associated with Behavior Support Plans.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of clinical operations, including client onboarding, programming, and training
• Provide clinic-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children, creating personalized treatment plans based on assessment and data analysis
• Supervise and provide direct training to Behavior Technicians (BTs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
• Train parents, teachers, and other professionals on how to implement support plans for challenging behavior
• Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight to all areas of programming including the training of direct support professionals, person centered strategies consultants (if applicable) and DSP trainers
• Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and natural environment training models of teaching.
• Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of resources and support information for clients and their families
• Provide model teaching and other direct instructional supports including, but not limited to, practicum supervision/teaching, class instruction and in-service instruction to other support professionals
• Assist in the development and implementation of assessment tools, to conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate, and to develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach appropriate behavior and reduce maladaptive behaviors
• Provide ongoing support and training to direct support professionals, ABA implementers, and other individuals in support roles for families
• Ongoing training and supervision of paraprofessional staff in implementation of ABA principles and methodology and behavior reduction strategies
• Create ongoing data collection system to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy for all consumers, and to analyze data on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide programming
• Develop behavior plans/treatment plans for all consumers with a focus on teaching and other antecedent strategies for reducing problematic behavior(s)
• Meet as needed with supervised staff to discuss ongoing consumer issues and to provide support when necessary
• Review and sign off on behavior plan/treatment plan training for all field staff and provide field supervision when necessary
• Utilize Set Works website to enter session notes within 72 hours of each session
• Provide consultation services and to maintain ongoing communication with all constituents (other supports, parents, community, and community agencies)
• Keep current with the literature, new research findings and resources. In addition, continuing education courses to maintain BCBA
• certification are necessary (32 credits every 2 years)
• Maintain all data, paperwork, and communication between personal care staff and families, and to provide ongoing feedback to government related agencies that contract with such families
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Successful completion of internship and/or formal training in the analysis of behavior and instructional strategies training related to working with clients who have pervasive developmental disorders and related disorders, their parents, and other agencies working with client
• Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skill, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills and interpersonal relations
• Ability to work with a variety of clients in regard to age, functionality, and with minimal direction
• Knowledge of DTT programming and implementation
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook systems
• Ability to utilize a fax machine, phone system, and other office materials as necessary for the position
• Ability to respond quickly to phone calls, text messages, and emails
• Flexible availability which includes Monday through Friday 3pm-8pm at minimum
• Current on all required trainings/certifications (see general list of employment qualifications for list)
• Driver’s insurance on file with HR Department, preferred
• Transportation that is reliable and insured in the state of Texas

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Special Education or related human services field, preferred
• Certified as a BCBA for a minimum of 2 years, unless prior approval is granted by Executive Director.  

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently required to talk and stand
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific frequently vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision, Color vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:

• BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS EXPOSURE LEVEL: 1 (HIGH)
• Noise Level: Moderate

Benefits:

• Health Insurance with the employee monthly premium paid 100% by MyCHN
• Dental Insurance with the employee monthly premium paid 100% by MyCHN
• 401 (k) with up to 4% company matching
• Paid Time Off accrues 128 hours the first year. The amount accrued increases as years of service increases.
• Sick Time of 40 hours per year
• Personal Time/Birthday of 8 hours per year
• $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage paid by MyCHN
• Continuing Education Stipend of $1500/year
• Continuing Education of 40 hours
• Conference Training hours
• Referral Bonus
• Flexible schedules
• High opportunity for growth
• Other benefits offered: Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, etc.