Part-time employees are also eligible for paid time off. Eligibility for benefits begins once applicable requirements are met.
At Anchor Behavioral Solutions, we’re committed to supporting both the individuals we serve and the people who serve them. As a Behavior Specialist, you'll provides high-quality services to children, youth and adults with a variety of developmental disabilities, who are in need of assistance in reducing challenging behaviors. Under the direct supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Behavior Technician will provide behavioral programming services that will assist clients maintain the highest level of physical, mental and psychosocial well-being possible.
POSITION: Full Time Behavior Specialist
WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday between 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (30-35 hours/week)
LOCATION: East Orange and West Orange, NJ
Work collaboratively with a BCBA in order to implement basic principles of ABA therapy.
Work collaboratively with the BCBA to conduct behavior and skills assessments utilizing empirically proven assessment tools (i.e., IISCA, FAST, QABF, VB-MAPP, ABAS-3, and PEAK) and develop effective behavior support plans/skill acquisition programs.
Communicate client progress to parents, caregivers, supervising BCBA, client’s school staff members, and other treatment team professionals.
Collaborate with families in the development of skill acquisition and behavior reduction goals.
Attend scheduled supervision meetings with the supervising BCBA.
Train families/caregivers/ABA Therapists in the implementation of the child’s goals, skills acquisition, and recommended strategies.
Plan/develop/modify behavioral programming as necessary for client’s/families’ needs.
Plan/develop/modify appropriate behavior programs and materials.
Complete Progress Reports as assigned.
Write reports based on initial assessment, including behavior support recommendations, programming strategies and tracking forms.
Review skill and behavior data on an agreed upon schedule (minimally monthly).
Collaborate with families in the development of behavior support strategies.
Train families in the implementation of Behavior Supports Plans and recommended strategies.
Demonstrate an understanding of behavior analysis strategies in all interactions with clients/families.
Report any hazardous or unsafe conditions to supervisor/site administrator.
Demonstrate empathy and compassion in conduct towards clients.
Demonstrate respect, cooperation, consideration, and tact in dealing with subordinates, peers, supervisors, families and others.
Cooperate with the applicable State Department or Division licensing unit with all reasonable and legally mandated inspections or investigations.
Education Requirements:
Master's degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech/ Occupational therapy or related field required
Registered Behavioral Technician preferred
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States
Complete State/Federal Criminal Background checks and Central Registry checks
Possess and maintain a valid New Jersey driver’s license (or Resident State)
Maintain and/or possess CPR, CPI, Handle With Care (HWC), First Aid, and DDD Pre-service and Boggs Center Training
Because your career should grow while you help someone else grow.
Join a team that invests in your development, recognizes your contributions, and gives you the support and resources to build a rewarding career in behavioral health.
Come grow with Anchor.
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Anchor Behavioral Solutions LLC provides behavioral health services.