Board Certified Behavior Analyst​/Bcba

Overview

A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), under general supervision, engages in evidenced-based practice related to the delivery of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, general behavior treatment, and parent/family training. An employee of this class performs functional and other behavior assessments and treatment plan development based on the principles of ABA for both skill acquisition and behavior deceleration for individuals receiving services;

works with consumers/family/caregivers to explain and implement assessment conclusions and treatment recommendations; trains paraprofessional behavior technician staff and caregivers, and performs other related duties as required.

• Bilingual candidates highly desired.
• Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.
• Individuals in Recovery and individuals with experience in Armed Services valued.

NOTE: The recruitment for this position utilizes assessment(s) in order to match candidate foundational competencies, personality, and job fit to those required for the position.

An employee of this class must be in good physical condition allowing for the lifting of objects weighing up to thirty-five (35) pounds and for standing or walking for extended periods of time. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, and pull to perform various tasks and to work with children and adults.

This employee generally works in the offices of Health West, although travel in and out of Muskegon County may be required.

Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

The job description can be found online at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./49olAHm

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE