Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Bcba)

Location:      Highland Park, IL

Supervisor:  Vice President of Programs

Schedule:     Monday through Friday

Salary:          $70,000 to $80,000 Annually

FLSA Classification:    Full-time

SUMMARY

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will join our team of professionals in providing quality behavioral health services to our Day and Residential Programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides training and consultation to direct care staff on the implementation of behavior programs, including behavior management techniques and principles of skills acquisition.
• Provides training to direct care staff in the collection and tabulation of data as it relates to behavior/skills acquisition plan implementation.
• Ensures that all trained staff implement behavior/skills acquisition plans correctly and consistently.
• Provides appropriate re-training and ongoing support in cases where programs are not being correctly implemented.
• Conducts appropriate assessments before the development of a behavior/skills acquisition plan.
• Attends Behavior Management Committee (BMC) and Human Rights Committee (HRC) meetings. Presents behavior plans and interventions as it pertains to assigned caseload.
• Accompanies and reports on behavioral health status of assigned individuals at psychiatric appointments. Monitors psychotropic medication changes, as appropriate, on a regular basis.
• Ensures that behavior/skills acquisition plans are reviewed and updated, as needed, in accordance with necessary timeframes.
• Attends annual planning meetings and support team meetings for assigned individuals.
• Maintains current documentation including copies of behavior/skills acquisition programs, BMC and HRC approval forms, assessment and data obtained from behavior/skills acquisition plans, identifying information, and case notes.
• Maintains documentation for all consultation and staff training provided.
• Periodically reviews the case records of individuals on assigned caseload to ensure that the most recent behavior/skills acquisition plan is relevant, necessary approvals are obtained, and documentation of staff training is present.
• Submits monthly graphs of behavior rates, bimonthly behavior reports, and bimonthly medication reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis / Related Field
• Certification and at least two years experience as a BCBA
• Must have reliable transportation

  About Keshet

  From its core programs for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in the Chicago area, to its international consulting work, Keshet serves over 1,000 individuals with disabilities and touches the lives of many more family members, peers, supporters, and other stakeholders around the globe. Keshet's local leadership, comprised of nearly 150 lay leaders from all walks of life, provide the inspiration, direction, and funding required to fulfill the organization's mission: to do whatever is necessary to allow individuals with disabilities to achieve their potential.

  Keshet Programs

  Keshet is a one-of-a-kind organization that brings classroom experiences, camps, sports, social and vocational activities, and residential opportunities to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities each year.

  Keshet provides highly individualized and inclusive education programs at five sites throughout Chicago and the north shore from preschool through age 22. We believe in maximizing each student's potential while fostering caring communities in which students learn and grow. Therefore, we maintain a dual focus on developing students' academic and daily living skills while also integrating them into their home community.

  With Keshet support, kids, teens and young adults thrive at day and overnight camps. Whether learning a new swim stroke or participating in a talent show, camp provides the ideal setting for campers to continue growing, learning, socializing and, of course, having fun. Keshet sets the stage for creating lifelong memories and friendships and provides fully inclusive camp programs, where campers can learn and participate alongside their peers.

  Keshet's Adult Community Day and Residential Services is designed to support and promote choice, independence, employment and meaningful days for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Community-based programming is paramount and activities include

  Keshet, a balance of vocational/life skills training with the opportunity for socialization, recreation, and physical exercise to further increase participants overall quality of life.