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Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Employee Classification: Behavior Analyst

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Publ Affairs & Hlth Sci

Department: UNT-Autism Center-132710

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Department Summary

The College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences (PAHS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health, exercise physiology and urban design.

We have eight academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program, UNT ELEVAR, and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

Drawing on UNT's trail blazing heritage as the first graduate program in the nation to be accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis, and housed in UNT's College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences, the UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) provides clinical services to support learning, development, community participation, and quality of life of individuals on the autism spectrum. In addition to taking excellent care of children with autism and their families, KFAC is equally committed to helping young professionals build careers in autism (incl. UNT students from many academic departments and programs), and conducting research to help scale evidence-based practices in community settings.

Position Overview

The UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) is seeking a full time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide high quality clinical services to children across early and middle childhood with autism and related developmental disabilities. This position is responsible for the assessment, design, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of evidence based behavioral intervention programs, as well as the clinical supervision of behavior technicians delivering direct services.
As a university affiliated autism center, KFAC emphasizes strong clinical standards, high quality supervision and training models, ethical practice, and collaboration with families, staff, and interdisciplinary partners. Caseloads and expectations are structured to support quality care, effective supervision, and sustainability.
A distinctive feature of KFAC is that many Behavior Technicians are graduate and undergraduate students at the University of North Texas who are pursuing careers in behavior analysis and related fields. The BCBA in this role plays an important part in supporting the professional development of emerging clinicians through structured supervision, behavioral skills training, and mentorship within the clinical setting.
The BCBA reports to the Clinical Director and works within the KFAC clinical and operational structure.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education or Psychology and two years of related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of applied behavior analysis and evidence-based interventions for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, including both structured and naturalistic approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, and provide performance feedback to staff at varying skill levels, including those newer to the field, using behavior-analytic training strategies (e.g., behavioral skills training).
• Strong skills in behavioral measurement, data display, and visual analysis, including defining behavior, selecting appropriate measurement systems, graphing data accurately, evaluating performance trends, and using those analyses to guide clinical decisions.
• Ability to conduct functional assessments and develop function-based intervention strategies.
• Ability to design, implement, and monitor behavior intervention programs with attention to treatment integrity, generalization, and maintenance of outcomes.
• Ability to provide caregiver training and support generalization of skills across settings.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with families, staff, and interdisciplinary professionals to support coordinated care.
• Ability to apply ethical decision-making in complex clinical and service delivery contexts.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize clinical tasks, and maintain professional boundaries in ethically responsible service delivery settings.
• Working knowledge of clinical documentation systems and technology used for data collection, session notes, and treatment planning.
• Comfort working in a training-oriented environment, including receiving feedback, modeling skills, and supporting the development of others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing behavior analytic services across early and middle childhood, including early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI), skill based and naturalistic instruction, and intervention for children with complex behavioral and learning profiles.
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff at varying skill levels, including individuals new to the field.
• Familiarity with electronic health records or clinical practice management systems.
• Experience working in a clinic, school, or university affiliated setting.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), or eligibility for licensure as required by the State of Texas

Job Duties

• Clinical Services * Conduct behavioral and skill based assessments and develop individualized treatment plans informed by assessment data, developmental considerations, best practices, and applicable payor requirements. * Implement, evaluate, and modify intervention programs based on ongoing data analysis and client progress. * Manage a clinical caseload appropriate to program needs, consisting primarily of early- and middle-childhood clients, with caseload size and complexity determined to support high quality supervision and outcomes. * Communicate regularly with caregivers regarding treatment goals, progress, and recommendations, and provide parent and caregiver training as appropriate.
• Supervision and Training * Provide clinical supervision, training, and performance related feedback to Behavior Technicians and Senior Behavior Technicians. * Ensure services are implemented with fidelity through direct observation, modeling, feedback, and behavioral skills training. * Support the professional development of student Behavior Technicians through structured supervision and mentorship consistent with the educational mission of a university affiliated center. * Support staff development in alignment with KFAC clinical standards, operational expectations, and ethical guidelines.
• Data, Documentation, and Compliance * Oversee accurate and reliable data collection, visual analysis, and interpretation to guide clinical decision making. * Maintain timely and complete clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress reports, and required records. * Ensure that clinical services and documentation meet billing, compliance, and audit requirements. * Adhere to all applicable UNT and KFAC policies, legal requirements, and the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts.
• Collaboration and Program Support * Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals, including faculty and clinicians in Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Speech Language Pathology, and related areas. * Participate in staff meetings, professional development activities, and center wide initiatives. * May contribute to program evaluation, applied research, or student training activities consistent with the mission of a university affiliated center.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Noisy environments.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; This is an on-site position based at the KFAC clinic.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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