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Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.  

We are seeking a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in Columbia, MD! The Behavior Analyst uses best practices within a community-based setting to support our individuals to live as independently as possible. This individual must be able to efficiently conduct trainings in a public environment, exercise patience, work a flexible schedule, and respond to crisis situations effectively. This person will oversee youth homes in Frederick and Columbia, MD. 

Starting salary is: $85K annually

Responsibilities:

• Implement behavioral support interventions and activities based on individual needs and ongoing assessment; frequency and duration may decrease or vary throughout the stay
• Provide Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) – Functional Behavioral Assessment and development of a Behavioral Support Plan
• Supervise RVT/Behavior Support Specialist staff as needed
• Implement the individualized Behavior Support Plan
• Provide Positive Behavioral Supports
• Provide training and supervision to support staff providing ABA services
• Provide direct supervision of the behavior technicians as required by Board Certification standards
• Modify the Behavioral Support Plan based on frequent, systematic evaluation of direct observational data
• Must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Provide coordinated support with program staff and participate as part of the clinical team
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s Level Board Certified Behavioral Analyst
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Valid Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record
• Complete all state and agency required trainings
• Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with the youth and their families
• Ability to exercise good judgement and remain calm in a crisis
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written forms
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Working Conditions:

• Required to share on-call coverage with other clinicians to ensure around the clock crisis response
• May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
• While performing duties of the job, employee travels by automobile, utilizing own vehicle, and is exposed to changing weather conditions

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

Please send resume to:  RESUMES-POSITIVEOPTIONS@COMOP.ORG 

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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