Assistant Behavioral Analyst Jobs in Slidell, LA

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This role provides behavior analytic services under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) is responsible for implementing and monitoring individualized behavior intervention plans, collecting data, training support staff, and supporting clients with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges, primarily those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).BCaBAs collaborates with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to promote skill development, reduce challenging behaviors, and enhance quality of life. This role requires a strong foundation in applied behavior analysis (ABA), excellent communication skills, and a commitment to ethical, evidence-based practices.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree (or higher) in any field from an accredited institution.

Work Experience

Preferred - 3+

License/Certifications.

Required - Current Board Certified Assistant Behavioral Analyst (BCaBA) license in state of practice

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process

Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry

Must have strong organizational and time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Must have high level of professionalism

Must have knowledge of principles of Applied Behavior Analysis applicable to care and treatment of children with behavioral and developmental concerns

Job Duties

• Provide direct, therapeutic services to patients via parents skills training, direct on to one therapy, and/or group social skills training under the supervision of a licensed BCBA

• Communicates and documents any changes in patient's status and informs supervising therapist of patient's reassessment

• Maintain designated workspace (e.g. computer station, assign treatment rooms) by organizing, cleaning, and /or supplying appropriate materials

• Assist in conducting assessments

• Monitor progress of patient treatment plans

• Supervise ABA Line Technicians

• Implement at home guidance for parents and caregivers

• Other related duties as required

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

(Mid-level) Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur.
The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.