Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

About Us:

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

· Salary: $65,000 - $70,000

· Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

· Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

· PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.

· 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.

· Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.

· $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

· Employee Assistance Program

· Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

· Tuition reimbursement program

· Training and career development.

· Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

The Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysist (BCaBA) participates in CREATE therapeutic programming within the early learning and therapeutic afterschool environments serving homeless children and families in our onsite housing programs. The BCaBA’s primary objective on each team is to supervise implementation and design, as well as monitor behavioral interventions for each child to not only ensure a calm and nurturing environment, but create and contrive opportunities to learn, practice, and utilize vital skills under the supervision of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The BCaBA will be trained in ABA techniques and will train and supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT’s) to implement behavior strategies at all sites. The BCaBA will work alongside the BCBA and additionally train all support staff and natural supports (such as family members and teachers) in the behavior interventions being used.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Implement group and individualized behavior intervention strategies under the supervision of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
2. Monitor client progress and document behavioral data accurately. Collect and analyze data, communicating and making modifications to interventions as necessary.
3. Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
4. Provide training and support to staff and natural supports (such as teachers and caregivers) on best practices in behavioral therapy and applied behavior analysis techniques.
5. Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance skills in working with at risk populations.
6. Provide regular, ongoing supervision to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs).
7. Collaborate with families, educators, and other professionals to support clients’ development and learning goals.
8. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment strategies.
9. Implement evidence-based behavioral therapy interventions to address behavioral challenges and promote skill development.
10. Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of the team and organizational targets/goals as stated in the KPIs and the strategic plan.

Documentation:

1. Will monitor, train, and document the utilized supports for the client (such as family members and teachers).
2. Will oversee documentation of services provided, including descriptive notes outlining services provided, client trends, caregiver training, and implementation of the behavioral plan, and integration and monitoring of the other supports.
3. Will oversee and conduct various assessments aligning with program outcomes with the Therapeutic Program Supervisor.
4. Will make and document modifications under the direction of the BCBA only.