Arkansas Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Category: Crisis Response ServicesWage: n/a Sign-On Bonus: n/a Description:If you're looking for a rewarding career providing supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) as well as their providers, come join Benchmark Human Services, a national leader in behavioral health and IDD services. Benchmark Human Services is seeking a BCBA for its innovative Crisis Support Team located in Little Rock, AR.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:As a member of the Crisis Support Team under Benchmark's Provider Focus project, serve as a BCBA lead on crisis Level 1 interventions. The Crisis Support Team will assist Summit Community Care provider members in serving persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in crisis and at high risk of inpatient placement, involvement with law enforcement, potential harm to themselves or others, recidivism, or loss of residential/home placement due to severe behavioral, psychiatric or trauma related issues. Must be willing to flex schedule accordingly to provide services, supports, care, and treatment to individuals as required, respond immediately when dispatched on crisis responses, and be present to provide assistance and consultation to provider agency staff. Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training, or and certifications.QUALIFICATIONS:. Minimum:* Board Certified Behavior Analyst* Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, social work or related field.* Minimum of 35 hours of training and education in behavior analysis and behavior supports.* At least two years experience with behavior supports evaluation and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.* Trained in a recognized current best practice crisis de-escalation methodology* Valid CPR and First Aid Certification* Valid Driver's License and auto insurance.* Must be computer literate* Must be experienced and competent in profession and maintain any applicable license, training and/or certifications.Preferred:* Minimum of two years experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses who are in crisis.* Working knowledge of the Arkansas DHS service system* Experience in developing behavior support plans and presenting them to Human Rights or other review committees.

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