Our healthcare client in Danvers, MA is looking for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst contractor to fill in for someone on leave for a few months. Potential for perm conversion is a possibility as well, based on funding at the conclusion of the contract.

The Behavior Analyst oversees the behavioral needs of individuals in their Day Services program. The BA works with staff within the Day Habilitation program in the assessment of behavioral needs, and in the development and implementation of behavior management plans that meet the regulatory requirements of funding and licensing bodies.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (40 hours)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in clinical team meetings at assigned program sites. For assigned day program sites this includes working in conjunction with the Program Manager to prepare and lead the clinical meeting.
• Work collaboratively with program team members/staff to assess, develop, implement, monitor, and revise data collection systems, behavior support strategies/plans, and day habilitation support plan objectives and strategies.
• Complete documentation related to all aspects of services provided and ensure that all relevant records are maintained with individual electronic records.
• Participate in the completion of the behavioral section of the Service Needs Assessments in conjunction with the Program Manager.
• Provide training to staff on the implementation of individual-specific behavior support strategies, data collection, and broader topics related to managing behavioral, social, or personal problems of individuals served.
• Assist staff or others in locating and obtaining needed or related resources for individuals.
• Participate as part of the multidisciplinary team for review of client charts.
• Participate in meetings with DDS, interdisciplinary teams, and relevant supervisor groups within the agency regarding behavior support.
• Participate in the referral assessment and transition planning process.
• Provide performance feedback related to behavioral support competencies to the Program /Residential Managers to aid in the evaluation of program staff.
• Participate in the larger professional, scientific, and community systems to contribute to the advancement of the field of ABA and effective service delivery (i.e.: attending/presenting at conferences, staying current on literature, publication, and supervision of interns).
• Provide supervision to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) working within assigned programs.
• Assist in managing assigned day program sites in the absence of the Program Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience:

• Master's degree in psychology, applied behavior analysis, or related field.
• Must have had at least two years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or those who are dually diagnosed (MR/DD and psychiatric disabilities).
• BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst required.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral concepts and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and foster positive relationships with funding sources.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to climb stairs.
• The employee must be able to drive a vehicle.
• Must have a normal range of eyesight with or without corrective lenses.
• Must have a normal range of hearing with or without corrective equipment.