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Brown University Health

Board Certified Behav Analyst

Brown University Health, Portsmouth, Rhode Island, us, 02871

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Brown University Health . Summary: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Director, the BCBA independently provides school-based functional behavioral analytic services (assessment, treatment, and consultation) for students attending the Bradley Schools. BCBAs also may provide supervision of graduate-level trainees. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences; Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate.

Responsibilities

BCBAs consistently apply the corporate values of respect, honesty, and fairness and pursue excellence in improving health outcomes through customer-friendly, geographically-accessible, high-value services within a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Participate actively in the behavioral assessment of Bradley School students, including maintaining current knowledge of medical, developmental, and family histories, clinical diagnoses, and treatment protocols. Provide quality behavioral analytic services to all assigned students. Develop individualized behavior plans for each assigned student in consultation with the treatment team. Develop and implement skills acquisition and social skills programs for assigned students in consultation with the treatment team. Develop and implement positive behavior support plans and strategies in consultation with the treatment team. Provide leadership and role modeling to multidisciplinary staff to maintain high-quality care for all students within the school program. May serve as treatment team leader for Bradley School classrooms, including reviewing student records prior to admission, overseeing assessment, treatment, and education plans, coordinating team activities, and leading meetings with families and professionals. Produce high-quality team reports, letters, or other required documentation in a timely manner. Communicate effectively with special education directors, school representatives, and other community contacts/providers. Consult with the school nurse, psychiatrist, and outside medical providers regarding medical/psychiatric issues as needed. Work with school psychologists to clarify assessment needs and integrate findings into recommendations. Maintain proactive and effective communication with the Clinical Director regarding clinical and administrative issues. Utilize leadership, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills to maintain team effectiveness and balance clinical and systems perspectives. Deliver high-quality services for students admitted to the school program or referred for outpatient consultation, including case management, individualized behavioral treatment, and outpatient consultation as assigned. Provide supervision of graduate-level trainees enrolled in BCBA programs, as assigned. Adhere to all school policies, complete required training, maintain crisis de-escalation certification, continuing education, licensure, and infection control standards. Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, and appropriate use of sick time and STO, and understand the school organizational chart for issue reporting. Participate in training seminars and committees as requested; perform other related duties as required. Provide leadership and guidance to assigned teams, support program initiatives, raise equipment/supply/staffing concerns, and coordinate with management to solve problems in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from an accredited program. Board Certification as a BCBA by the Behavior Analytic Certification Board. Licensure by the RI Department of Health as a Licensed Behavior Analyst (RI requirement). Experience in a clinical and/or school setting is highly preferred; experience working with students with autism is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge to provide care to school-aged youth with consideration of developmental, cultural, familial, and individual factors affecting educational, emotional, and behavioral functioning. One to two years of specialized clinical experience with children and adolescents is preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work is in a school classroom and/or office environment within a special education setting; may involve handling students with severe emotional, behavioral, and/or developmental challenges, including aggressive or self-injurious behaviors. Use of de-escalation techniques and ability to remain calm during crisis to maintain a therapeutic environment and safety. Physical requirements may include lifting up to fifty pounds, reaching, bending, kneeling, and assisting in physical management of students as needed for safety. Position may require occasional running, and frequent standing, walking, and sitting.

Pay Range

$63,209.33-$104,335.50

Location

LSS-Portsmouth-2820 East Main Rd - 2820 East Main Rd, Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871

Work Type

Mon-Fri; School Hours

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

No

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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