At Channel ABA, we’re all about redefining how we deliver therapy. We believe in an assent-based, compassionate approach that truly respects and empowers our clients. As a small, close-knit team, we’re passionate about making a real difference, and we offer a unique work environment where your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your impact is immediate. Here, you won’t get lost in the mixyou’ll have the chance to work closely with a dedicated team, build meaningful relationships, and help shape the services we provide. We are looking for a BCBA who shares our mission and is eager to join a team that values respect, integrity, and meaningful collaboration. In this role, you’ll lead the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, work closely with families and other professionals, and ensure our compassionate care approach is at the heart of everything we do. To ensure you feel appreciated from day one, we're excited to offer a welcome incentive of $3-5k to our new team members, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401K, and health insurance.
Responsibilities
Assessment and Evaluation:
Conduct comprehensive functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying factorscontributingtochallengingbehaviorsand/orskilldeficits.
Analyze assessment data to develop a clear understanding of the client's needs, strengths, andareas forintervention.
Use evidence-based assessment tools and methods to inform treatment planning and guidedecision-making.
Treatment Planning and Implementation:
Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, that include evidence-basedinterventions andclearlyoutlined behavior reductionandskillacquisitiongoals.
Collaborate with the treatment team, including behavior technicians and other professionals, toensure proper implementation of the strategies and interventions outlined in the treatmentplan.
Provide training and supervision to ensure fidelity of treatment implementation and adherenceto bestpractices.
Ongoing Monitoring and Analysis:
Regularly collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and make data-drivendecisionstomodifytreatmentplans as necessary.
Monitorclientprogress,trackbehaviorchange, andadjust interventionstooptimizeoutcomes.
Conduct periodic re-assessments to assess progress, update treatment goals, and adjuststrategiesbasedonnewinformation.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other professionals involved in the client's care toensure acoordinatedandintegrated approach.
Provide guidance and support to families in implementing antecedent and consequencestrategiesathomeandin other naturalsettings.
Maintain open and effective communication with all stakeholders, including regular progressupdates,sharingassessmentresults,anddiscussingtreatment plans.
Supervision and Training:
Provide supervision and training to behavior technicians and other staff members workingunderthe BCBA'sguidance.
Conduct regular meetings and trainings to ensure proper understanding and implementation ofABAprinciples, strategies,andethical guidelines.
Foster a positive and supportive learning environment for staff, promoting their professionalgrowthanddevelopment.
Professional Development and Ethical Conduct:
Stayinformedaboutthelatest research,advancements, andbestpractices inthefieldofABA.
Adhere to the ethical guidelines and professional standards set forth by the Behavior AnalystCertificationBoard(BACB).
Participateinongoingprofessionaldevelopmentactivities,suchasattendingconferences,workshops,andcontinuingeducationcourses.
Qualifications
Must hold a current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification from the BehaviorAnalystCertificationBoardandlicensed inthestateofMaryland
Master'sdegreeinbehavioranalysis,psychology,specialeducation,orarelatedfield.
Strongknowledgeofbehavioranalyticprinciples,methodologies,and interventions.
Experience conducting comprehensive functional behavior assessments and developingbehaviorinterventionplans andskill acquisitiongoals.
Ability to administer and interpret a variety of skills-based assessments such as VBMAPP, PEAK,AFLS,ABLLS-R.
Excellentdatacollectionandanalysisskills.
Experiencewithonlinedatacollectionprogramspreferred.
Abilityto provideeffectivesupervision,training,andsupportto staffmembers.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with clients, families, andprofessionals.
Familiaritywithrelevantlaws, regulations,andethicalguidelines inthefieldofABA.
Mustsubmittoafederalandstatebackgroundcheck.
Abilityto sitonthe floor,kneel, crawl,squat,run,or standforextendedperiodsof time.
Abilityto push, pull,lift,move, andcarryupto35lbs.
Reliablemodeoftransportationandability totravelupto45minutes.
CurrentfirstaidandCPR certificationsandwillingnessto complete backgroundchecks.