Behavior Analyst In Training Jobs in Buffalo, NY

OLV Human Services is a leading provider of behavioral health services dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other behavioral challenges. We are committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based interventions that promote independence, inclusion, and overall quality of life for our clients. As we continue to expand our services, we are seeking a Licensed Behavior Analyst to join our dynamic team in the brand new Evaluation and Treatment Center located at 790 Ridge Rd, in Lackawanna!

Benefits/Perks:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Health, dental & vision insurance options
• Paid Employer sponsored life insurance
• Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance
• Up to $600 every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too!
• Free dental insurance (for Full Time employees and their families)

Responsible to: Clinical Services Supervisor- Evaluation and Treatment Center

Job Summary:  

The Behavior Analyst is responsible for consultation, functional behavioral assessments, and functional analyses of clients in the Evaluation and Treatment Center. Position is responsible for oversight in the development and implementation of individual crisis management plans and function based behavior intervention plans. 

Essential Job Duties:

•Works cooperatively with the clinical team in the collection of pertinent data to assist in the development of the individual crisis management plans and function based behavior intervention plans

•Successful and timely completion of behavioral assessments; meets productivity standards

•Create and communicate behavioral reports within the program

•The Behavior Analyst will develop the goals with the clients and family and create tracking as needed

•Use of knowledge when developing plans for typical growth and development for when chronological age does not match their developmental age, and the impact of the developmental disabilities on the individual and his/her family

•Has basic knowledge of alternative communication devices, such as iPad, Nova Chat, and PECS. 

•Attends and participates in community meetings, treatment team meetings, and any other program meetings

•Conducts all interactions within current best practices in treatment, evidence based techniques and ethical guidelines

•Maintain client confidentiality within the regulations of HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines 

•Train in best practices in conjunction with the trainer, developing presentations for staff, reviewing current presentations that are based on behavior analysis.

•Any other duty as assigned by your Supervisor. 

Skills: 

•Computer skills

•Strong written and verbal communication skills

•Strong organizational skills

•Strong time management skills

•Interpersonal skills

•Natural ability to connect with children and parents

Minimum Education Required:   

Master’s degree in Education, Psychology or related field 

Minimum Experience Required:   

At least 1-2 years specifically in the development/implementation of behavioral support plans for individuals with Autism and/or Intellectual Disability using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodology is required.

License/Registration/ Certifications:

• Valid NYS Driver’s License, required 
• Licensed Behavior Analyst, required
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)

Training Requirements:  

•New Hire Orientation

•All trainings required by programs in which you service individuals

•Continuing education as per NYS Office of Professions guidelines of License or Certification

Physical Requirements: 

The constant physical demand of the position is sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, vision to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees need to be able to get on the floor and play.

• The frequent physical demands of the position are, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• The occasional physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.