Are you looking for a unique opportunity to help build a successful ABA center in Central Michigan?
MMI is committed to creating inclusive communities and meaningful connections through employment and training. With this mission, we are looking for an individual with experience to help build and continue to develop our ABA program. The BCBA is responsible for providing oversight for the participants who receive ABA services. The BCBA will report to the assigned Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Participate in the selection and orientation of new employees.
2. Trains and monitors Behavior Technicians and family members on implementation of approved programs, data collection, and interaction with children and families.
3. Responsible for ongoing individual program oversight and relevant updates based on data collection, family feedback, and clinical recommendations.
4. Provide the initial and ongoing training and support to employees as relevant to assigned clients.
5. Ensure recipients’ rights and confidentiality are protected and reporting procedures are followed in accordance with agency policy and the Michigan Mental Health Code
6. Complete performance reviews as required by the agency and provide updated and accurate summaries of staff improvement and progress
7. Assume responsibility for the health and safety of person served, staff and self by ensuring that safety needs are addressed through appropriate training and monitoring. Assure staff and person served adhere to established safety procedure and practices.
8. Ensures appropriate behavioral data systems are implements such that quantifiable behavioral data is collected at regular interval to allow for the continual evaluation of behavior plans and the achievement of individual goals and objectives.
9. Evaluates and asses those referred for autism services using ABA methods and interventions, Functional Behavior Assessments, and other approved assessment instruments such as VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, and AFLS.
10. Ensures treatment plans will include measurable, achievable, and socially relevant goals for improvements.
11. Ensure staff understand and are given opportunities for feedback regarding agency policies and procedures, outcome measurement objectives, CASP, and funding source standards.
12. Ensure that program materials are available and maintained as needed. This may include, but is not limited to updating the data collection system established and used by the organization, physical materials, and any other necessary items required for client success.
13. Foster positive community relationships by promoting the mission of the organization and engaging others in awareness opportunities as they might present.
14. Assist as needed with completion and submission of incident reports as they pertain to ABA staff
15. Coordinate departmental tracking and attendance records for persons served and staff. Ensure accurate completion and timely submission of session notes. At the beginning of each month ensure that required billing is completed in a timely and accurate manner and that requested corrections are provided promptly to the Accounting Office.
16. Use technology to support efficient billing, documentation, payroll, correspondence, and other processes.
17. Ensure financial stability of the department by comparing financial performance of the program to budget projections. Develop and implement corrective action as needed.
18. Maximize achievement of program outcome goals to ensure high levels of program quality and customer satisfaction.
19. Communicate positively, professionally, and effectively, with persons served, families, guardians, staff, and other stakeholders.
20. Seek and share information about best practices, effective programs, or new and innovative service delivery methods with directors and other managers.
21. Prepare reports, forms, progress notes, and records in compliance with agency timelines, policies, and procedures.
22. Support the mission of the organization in other ways as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience/Education Required: Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field. Must have current certification as a BCBA through the BACB. Must have a current license with the State of Michigan to be eligible to apply. Minimum of one year experience working with individuals with an autism diagnosis. Strong knowledge of behavior analytic therapies and experience in delivering these services. Ability to effectively train and supervise Behavior Technicians. Must have excellent writing and communication skills and be highly organized with the ability to multi-task.
Skills Required: Must be able to communicate effectively with management, staff, persons receiving service and other customers. Excellent organizational and analytical skills are essential. Presenting oneself in a professional demeanor to all customers both internally and externally is needed along with computer literacy which includes the use of the Microsoft Office Suite. Must possess the ability to represent the agency in a positive manner while collaborating with community partners and creating new opportunities for inclusion.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Five years of experience in the development and implementation of person-centered treatment plans directly related to autism services. Ability to ensure appropriate documentation is generated to support the ongoing need for the services as well as reimbursement for the services provided. Certification in relevant Department of Community Health training modules, including Recipient Rights and First Aid/CPR.
Location: Possibility to be hybrid remote with Main office located in Clare, but occasional meetings at our cooperate office in Mt. Pleasant occur.
Benefits: After introductory period completion, full-time employees are eligible for benefits including generous paid time off, medical insurance, vision and dental insurance. PTO is in addition to our 12 paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Year!
MMI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO HIRE THE MOST QUALIFIED PERSON FOR THIS JOB. POTENTIAL CANDIDATES WILL BE EVALUATED ON MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AS WELL AS THE ABILITY TO PERFORM DUTIES OF THE POSITION. MMI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
