Matrix Human Services is Educating Children, Supporting Families and Rebuilding Neighborhoods in Detroit.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL BE A PART OF WITH JOINING MATRIX
- Over 30 program locations throughout Detroit and surrounding areas
- 20,000+ individuals benefiting from Matrix services every year
- The largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit
- The largest HIV treatment and prevention program in Detroit
- After school youth services and academic enrichment
- Workforce Development and Financial Literacy Programs
- Housing Education and Home Buying Assistance
- Healthy Senior Living Program
FOCUS ON PERSONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. Tuition Assistance. Professional Development Support. In-House Learning and Professional Development Platform.
WE EMBRACE WORK LIFE BALANCE. Vacation Banks. Paid Holidays.
BENEFITS OPTIONS. Medical/Rx. Nonstop Visa Card. Dental. Vision. Life/AD&D Insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts. Combine Short- & Long-Term Disability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 403(b) Retirement Account.
CEO Starr Allen-Pettway has been honored by the Michigan Chronicle as a distinguished nonprofit leader in Southeast Michigan.
CORE VALUES:
- Positive Attitude
- Always Learning
- Results Through Accountability
- Building Relationships
JOB SUMMARY/ACCOUNTIBILITY:
Under direct supervision of the Disability/Mental Health Manager and in accordance with the Head Start Performance Standards, the BCBA is responsible for assessing and addressing behavioral challenges to promote positive development. The BCBA will work within Matrix Head Start program to provide behavior analysis services to children in the Head Start classrooms. This role is vital in assisting with the targeted support for children and staff to ensure inclusion, access to services, and positive outcomes.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certified Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Must maintain certification though continuing education
- Bachelors in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education or a related field.
- Minimum two-year experience working with children in a early childhood setting or school setting.
- Strong understanding of child development, mental health, and special education processes.
- Effective in an environment of cultural diversity; comfortable in a collaborative, team-based work setting
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Reliable transportation is required.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) for children with behavioral concerns
- Analyze behavioral data to identify triggers, antecedents, and consequences.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans based on assessment results.
- Tailor interventions to address each child's specific needs and ensure they align with Head Start Performance Standards
- Provide training and ongoing support to center staff on behavior management techniques, data collection methods, and intervention strategies.
- Using a team-based approach work with families to discuss behavioral challenges, provide guidance on reinforcement strategies, and offer resources for continued progress at home.
- Facilitate family training sessions as needed.
- Work closely with the assigned Asst. Disability/Mental Health Manager in providing accommodation and modifications for identified students
- Utilize the Child Plus data system to track, process and follow-up on cases with identified concerns.
- Maintain adequate safeguards for the privacy and confidentiality of information.
- Complete required documentation of relevant activities and submit records and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
- Stay abreast of current issues and trends by participation in grantee-sponsored training, center pre-service and in-service trainings, and other continuing education, career and professional development opportunities; read and review regulations and other resources.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to the following: Driving cars - meetings, training sites, home visits, socializations, etc. Walking on uneven ground, stairs, parking lots, playgrounds, etc. Exposure to outside weather conditions - frequently. Nosie level in the work environment is usually moderate.
CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT AND ETHICAL CONDUCT:
- All staff will use data to help achieve program goals; apply techniques and strategies that promote a culture of learning; identify and address gaps that continuously improve our programs
- All personnel of Matrix must adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and incorporate Continuous Quality Improvement efforts into their everyday performance
- All Head Start employees must adhere to the federal regulations and requirements for Head Start operations including the Program Performance Standards, licensing regulations, and the NAEYC Code of Conduct
- Demonstrate and actively promote an understanding and commitment to the mission and values of Matrix Human Services
Matrix Human Services is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Matrix Human Services is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected]. Michigan law requires that a person with a disability or handicap requiring accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job must notify the employer in writing within 182 days of the date that the need is known or should have been known.
