Our Company
SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
Overview
This is a contract position working in the Dougherty County (Albany, GA) schools, 5-10 hours per week during the school year. Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations. If you're a BCBA motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life, we encourage you to apply today!
Qualifications
- Must have experience with behavioral intervention, and / or a strong educational emphasis on the principles of learning and developmental psychology
External Job Description
Conduct initial / ongoing assessments to meet the needs of the person servedMaintain open communication with supervisors, direct care staff, family members, guardians, and collateral individuals regarding the individual's progressProvide a tentative schedule of appointments, home visits, and observations for the week / month to keep communication open about work progressConduct home visits for observations, chart reviews, staff interviews, data analysis, and to ensure effective implementation of the program planParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other relevant meetings to ensure ongoing communication about the individual's progressComplete monthly / quarterly progress notes and attend scheduled meetings to discuss progressConduct training and in-service training as needed to ensure staff competence in implementing the program plan and documentationProvide follow-up visits and observations for continued support of the individual's needsBe adaptable to changing policies, procedures, and individual needs to support the individual effectivelyMaintain effective record-keeping (monthly / quarterly notes, training records, contact info, program plans) for easy access by stakeholdersAct as a liaison with the public and mental health community to support individual development goalsAssist in developing training materials and procedures to enhance programs and ensure compliance with guidelinesEngage in continuing education on behavior interventions to stay current in the fieldPerform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient functioning of the work unitAbout our Line of Business
SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, offers a holistic and integrated approach for people with cognitive, developmental, or intellectual disabilities who need additional resources. Our team of behavior analysts, therapists, social workers, counselors, and psychologists provides high-quality behavioral services to help clients lead positive, active, and social lives. For more information, visit www.springhealthbehavioral.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Additional Job Information
Minimum Qualifications
Education / Training
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (certified through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board) or BCaBA.
Experience
Experience in applied behavior principles, including plan implementation, data collection, behavior interventions / replacement behaviors, and risk managementAt least two years' experience working with individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilitiesCompletion of 10 hours of annual continuing education related to behavior supports through courses, seminars, conferences, or training by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental DisabilitiesJ-18808-Ljbffr