School-Based Salary Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)- Walkersville, MD – Walkersville, MD

$5,000 Sign On Bonus after 90-days (probationary period) 

Physical Location:  81 Fredrick Street, Walkersville, MD            

School District: Walkersville High School- Pyramid

Client Age(s): 14-18 

Client Needs: Some students have ASD, intellectual disabilities, behavioral disabilities, other disabilities, or may not yet be identified with any disability. 

Start Date: ASAP 

Contract Length: 2024-25 school year 

Brief Overview: BCBA will need to provide services as-needed, observations, including direct and indirect support, coordination of care, parent/staff training, meetings (i.e. IEPs, BSP creation), Creation of program materials, etc. assessments, treatment planning, data collection, etc. 40 hours hours/week. 

Schedule: Flexible within typical school hours, based on student needs. The provider will likely make a consistent schedule with the district but needs to be able to accommodate meetings or observations at various times throughout the school day when needed. 

Position Description & Qualifications: 

• Writes assessment reports based on initial assessment including behavior support recommendations. 

• Collaborates with school teams and families in the development of behavior support strategies. 

• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments. 

• Writes reports and develops Behavior Intervention Plans. 

• Develops data collection forms. 

• Trains staff in implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans and recommended strategies and monitors implementation.  

• Conducts staff training on topics in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). 

• Monitors and provides support for staff in the use of ABA strategies and procedures. 

• Participates in regularly scheduled Multi-Disciplinary Team Meetings at schools and initial student interviews/assessments. 

• Regularly assess and monitor student progress. Provides ongoing support one-on-one or in a small group setting in one or more schools. 

• Reviews skill acquisition and behavior data on a regular basis. 

• Modifies Behavior Intervention Plans and skill programs as needed. 

• Coordinates/Collaborates with the Special Education Coordinator and central office personnel regularly. 

• Assists with development of materials for behavior support and skill training. 

• Supports school teams at Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings as needed to review progress, data, and develop IEP goals. 

• Demonstrates effective communication skills in working with a variety of team members. 

• Supervises BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts) and RBTs (Registered Behavior Technicians) when applicable. 

• Complies with all rules and regulations set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, Inc. 

• Writes assessment reports based on initial assessment including behavior support recommendations. 

• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments. 

• Writes reports and develops Behavior Intervention Plans. 

• Develops data collection forms. 

• Maintain quality standards in regard to HIPPA compliance.  

• Experience working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, of all ages. 

• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license. 

• Ability to work in the US. 

• Ability to relocate or travel to office location (in person required). 

• Active Board certification – passed the BACB exam for behavior analysts. 

• Licensure details if needed get added here! 

• Master’s degree in applied Behavior Analysis, education, or related field. 

• Current 8-hour supervision certificate – certified to provide supervision to RBT’s and has supervisory experience. Experience utilizing behavioral skills training. 

Benefits: 

• 401(k) 3% Match 

• Continuing Education Credits 

• Dental insurance 

• Health insurance 

• Paid time off 

• Professional development assistance 

• Referral program 

• Vision insurance 

Education: 

• Master’s (Required) 

License/Certification: 

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst License (Required)