Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $33.14 - $49.70 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Tiffany Wagner | twagner@utah.gov | 801-763-4070
Application Deadline – Continuous until filled*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:

• Conduct functional behavior assessments to understand the
  root causes of behaviors
• Develop individualized behavior support plans based on the
  functional behavior assessment
• Create and maintain data systems, including regularly
  collecting data to track client progress and to make adjustments as needed
• Work collaboratively with team members and family members
• Support other members on the behavior health team
• Provide behavioral training
• Provide or oversee supervision for behavioral staff as
  needed
• Ensure behavior support plans follow ethical guidelines,
  relevant regulations, and in accordance with best practices
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in
  applied behavior analysis
• Assist team in crisis intervention and de-escalation as
  needed
• Supervise fieldwork hours for BCBA/RBT certification

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Certified as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• 1 year experience working with individuals with intellectual
  or other developmental disabilities

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• Strong foundation in applied behavioral analysis
• Strong skills in data systems; including data collection,
  analysis, presentation, and using data to inform treatment
• Flexible and adaptable team member
• Collaborate across the interdisciplinary team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Google and Microsoft applications
• Experience in developing and implementing effective behavior
  support plans
• Experience in conducting thorough and efficient functional
  behavior assessment
• Ability to create and provide effective training
• Experience in supervising behaviorists or RBTs

About the Role

The Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) at USDC work closely with other team members to provide and improve behavioral health support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, some of whom also have mental health illnesses. BCBAs at USDC work in a holistic residential campus setting to conduct functional behavior assessments and to develop and revise behavior support plans using applied behavior analysis principles. They also train staff members on behavior support plans and effective behavior management, including crisis prevention and intervention. BCBAs also provide supervision.

Location –
895 N 900 E
American Fork, Utah, 84003
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility. For more information on USDC, click here!

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.