BCBA

Location: Columbus, GA |
Type: Full-Time |
Program: Behavior Support Services

Join the leadership team at Easterseals West Georgia! As a BCBA
, you will help lead, direct, and manage our Behavior Support Services program, serving individuals from age 3 through adulthood. This role is perfect for a clinician who is passionate about both direct intervention and mentorship. You will provide vital supervision to a cadre of staff, including BCaBAs and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), ensuring that our ABA therapy meets the highest standards of efficacy and care.

Clinical Leadership & Supervision

Direct Supervision: Lead, train, and coach behavior support clinicians and RBTs; facilitate treatment teams to ensure service efficacy.

Assessment & Planning: Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments/Analyses (FBA) and develop comprehensive individual behavior support plans and strategies.

Program Oversight: Oversee plan development and ongoing data analysis to ensure maximum client progress and clinical success.

Consultation & Training

Caregiver Support: Provide consultation and training for parents, teachers, and community members to ensure carry-over of skills.

Community Advocacy: Conduct education programs for families and community groups and provide consultation to external stakeholders as needed.

Compliance & Administration

Reporting: Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports within the requirements of funding sources and governing regulations.

Documentation: Ensure progress notes and medical records are maintained accurately and in a timely manner.

Safety & Advocacy: Respect and preserve the dignity and confidentiality of all participants; report any evidence of neglect or abuse to the Administrative Team.

Certification: Must be currently certified as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with the BACB.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree required;
Master’s Degree from an ABA-accredited program is preferred.

Experience: Clinical experience in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to children and/or adults. Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Medicaid regulations is a plus.

Clinical

Skills:

Strong analytical skills to synthesize clinical data into effective diagnosis and treatment plans.

Professionalism: Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

At ESWG, we hold our services to the highest standard. Staff are expected to maintain professional excellence at all times and receive a "Meets Expectation" rating or higher on performance reviews.

Certifications: Must maintain CEU requirements and current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and CPI.

Continuous Learning: Complete at least 20 hours of approved professional training per year.

Comprehensive Healthcare: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.

Retirement Planning: Robust retirement plan options.

Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Time.

Life & Support: Life insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Growth Mindset: Professional development assistance and employee discounts.