Job description

INTENSIVE TREATMENT BEHAVIOR ANALYST I

Supervisor: Clinical Supervisor Licensed settings, Clinical Director
Supervises: Intensive Residential Technicians, Case Coordinator Specialists, and Assistant Coordinators
Status: Exempt, full-time.
Wage: $66,888 to $73,851 annually (plus an additional stipend at this time of $5,000 annually), adjusted for experience.
Number of Openings: 1

At GLC, we are always looking for caring, compassionate and talented individuals to join our team.

The Great Lakes Center for Autism Treatment and Research (GLC) provides evidence-based, state-of-the-art applied behavior health services for children and adolescents with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. In our programs, caring professionals will help children achieve their personal best because we know the true measure of our success is the children’s success. GLC opened in 2012 and is a program of Residential Opportunities, Inc. (ROI), a leading non-profit mental health organization in Southwest Michigan.

Our mission is to partner with individuals and families affected by autism to improve their quality of life through effective and efficient diagnosis, assessment, and behaviorally-based treatment. Our vision is to be a model program for providing state-of-the-art autism treatment in the Great Lakes region.

The​ ​GLC ​offers​ ​several​ ​types​ ​of​ ​center-based services​ ​for​ ​children​ ​with​ ​autism​ ​and​ ​their​ ​families, including Early Intensive Behavior Intervention (EIBI), comprehensive behavior intervention, focused behavior intervention, social skills, and caregiver training.

Our Behavior Analysts provide assessment, intake and therapy services to children, adolescents and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities served by the Great Lakes Center of Autism Treatment and Research – Intensive Treatment Services program. You will be providing initial and ongoing training to relevant care staff and families to ensure quality treatment using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and evidence-based best practices as well as assisting in the implementation of research activities and data collection related to program outcomes.

Essential Duties:

• Develop, implement, monitor and revise overall treatment and service plans through directly supervising Case Coordination Specialists and providing clinical supervision of Intensive Residential Technicians.
• Conduct initial evaluations and screenings for individuals with a diagnosis of autism or other developmental disabilities.
• Provide training and monitor the performance of relevant care staff and families in the implementation of the treatment program and service plan.
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities such as intake/assessment planning meetings, peer reviews, case conferences, medical appointments, IEP meetings, discharge/transition planning meetings, and consultation with the clinical team.
• Participate in service/support/treatment team meetings.
• Collaborate with the Education and Permanency Specialist in the development and implementation of relevant plan components.
• Communicate relevant staffing needs and staff performance issues to the GLC Intensive Treatment Manager.
• Participate in on-call rotation and responsibilities for the GLC licensed setting programs.
• Maintain and document accurate billing for services provided.
• Assist in the activities necessary for program evaluation and provide assistance for preparing/presenting research outcomes.
• Assist in activities related to contract compliance, certification, and/or accreditation of Intensive Treatment Services, including the appropriate response to all inspections, investigations and external audits/reviews.
• Implement the assigned quality enhancement, strategic plan, outcomes plan, and program goals of the greater agency.
• Ensure clinical programs meet ROI’s and other professional standards.
• Embrace and support ROI’s philosophies related to diversity, inclusiveness and anti-racism and work to ensure ROI’s commitment to being an anti-racist organization.
• Adhere to the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code of the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.
• Maintain positive working relationships between all collaborative/collateral organizations and the clinical team.
• Implement ROI’s Personnel policies within the program team.
• Comply with all laws and regulations regarding reporting suspected abuse and neglect of vulnerable persons.
• Advocate for and respect the rights of Individuals served.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all restricted information, data, and reports.
• Complete all other tasks as assigned by the Intensive Treatment Manager (for licensing compliance), Licensed Settings Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Director, Executive Director of Autism Services, COO and CEO.

Paid training is provided to all new hires. During your first few weeks of employment, you will take a number of in-person classes, virtual classes over Zoom, and self-paced online courses. Your supervisor will also schedule you for on-site orientations. Trainings include (but are not limited to): CPR/First Aid, nutrition, medication administration, crisis intervention, driving safety, and the legal rights and protections of Individuals Served. Trainings vary by position.

Requirements for Employment:

• Master’s degree in Human Behavioral Science Field which includes graduate level coursework in basic principles of behavior, applied behavior analysis, and research methodology.
• Board Certification as Behavior Analyst with a valid and current license as a behavior analyst in the state of Michigan by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience conducting assessments and implementing evidence-based procedures and treatment for individuals with developmental disabilities including individuals with challenging behaviors.
• Approved driver status as determined by ROI.
• Relevant experience in residential programs preferred.

The Individuals we serve are part of a vulnerable population. As such, and in accordance with Michigan law, all candidates are required to clear a criminal history check before employment. All candidates are also required to provide ROI with three (3) references and/or letters of reference before their first day.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Possess the analytical skills necessary to develop, implement, and measure clinical assessment and treatment programs.
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with staff, clients, interdisciplinary team members, and families.
• Demonstrated adherence to systems based practices and protocols.
• Ability to lead group activities as well as work one-on-one with individual clients.
• Ability to identify changes in client clinical conditions and adjust activities accordingly.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when administering treatments, observing client behaviors and recording notes.
• Ability to complete crisis intervention training and perform those tasks as needed.
• Ability to attend (including providing own transportation) work-related obligations throughout the community.

Benefits:

• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Agency paid training
• Annual 2% pay increase
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% agency match after two years
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability insurance availability
• Agency paid life insurance
• Medical flexible spending
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus
• Overtime & Holiday pay
• Family Medical Leave eligibility

Apply online at: https://www.residentialopportunities.org/join-our-team/employment-opportunities

Residential Opportunities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at ROI, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on any protected class status. Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all Policies and Procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discharge and all other terms and conditions of employment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ROI is covered under the MDHHS healthcare regulations. In an effort to keep us all safe, throughout the organization we are practicing social distancing to the extent possible, wearing masks, increasing surface cleaning and keeping ourselves apprised of Federal and State orders and recommendations. All staff will participate in a health screening prior to shift and masking where applicable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $66,888.00 - $73,851.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• BCBA or BCBA-D (Required)

Work Location: One location

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