Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs

Lindenhurst, IL Posted 12/17/2024 Full Time
Starting Salary: $80,000 /year and UP based on experience.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic We Should Talk!

As a Board CertifiedBehavior Analystyou will, provide clinical and educational support for individual students and be responsible for educational/clinical training and measuring individual team member performance. Serving as the chief quality assurance agent of the educational/clinical programs, you will ensure compliance with laws, regulations and internal standards for educational and behavioral services.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Providing training and support to teachers and support staff in the development of Functional Analysis Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
  • Monitoring the quality of student academics and behavioral services.
  • Providing support to Spectrum staff in effective teaching practices so that students are able to progress in accordance with their IEP.
  • Assessing the school staff development needs, researching and designing training programs based on those needs.
  • Participating in staff development through conferences, training and seminars to maintain and develop core competencies.
  • Training and certifying team members in the implementation of CPI principles while also providing ongoing coaching and support in the use of CPI principles.
  • Assisting in the hiring, orientation and training of behavior specialists.
  • Researching and making recommendations for the use of evidence-based curricula in the classrooms that meet the requirements set forth by the Department of Education.
  • Developing and monitoring systems designed to meet the needs of individual students, classrooms and the site as a whole.
  • Developing strategies for fading students from 1:1 staffing ratios to small group staffing ratios.
  • Attending and participating in all required meetings including school team meetings, all staff meetings, etc.
  • Conducting regular quality assurance checks at the individual student, staff, classroom and site level and making recommendations for improvement.
  • Ensuring compliance with the Department of Education regulations and Spectrum Schools internal standards.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

  • Master's degree or higher in behavior sciences, psychology, or related field.
  • Board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credentials.
  • Education Specialist or Special Education Teaching Credential (Mild/Mod or Mod/Severe) preferred.
  • Well-versed in applied behavior analysis including effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, and functional analysis/behavior intervention plans.
  • Highly skilled in working with individuals with severe emotional and behavioral disorders and/or learning disabilities.
  • Prior experience working in a special education program setting highly preferred.
  • Advanced oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills.
  • Advanced motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
  • Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Spectrum Center Schools is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide,we have helped change the direction of more than240,000 student lives!

Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:

As a member of theChanceLightfamily you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal & professional fulfillment!

Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Virtual Medical Visits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401k Options
  • Legal Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Opportunities for Growth & Development
  • And So Much More!

If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures this is your Chance!

Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children today!

Careers, With ChanceLight Work. With Purpose.

Copyright © 2024 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, aChanceLight® company *Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.

Education

Required
  • Masters or better in Behavioral Sciences or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required
  • BCBA
Preferred
  • Special Ed Certification

Skills

Preferred
  • Special Education
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)
  • Positive Behavior Intervention and Support

Behaviors

Preferred
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
  • Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

Preferred
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

JOB LOCATION:
Lindenhurst, IL 60046

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