Dallas ABA - Certified Behavioral Analyst

Job Title & Specialty Area: Certified Behavioral Analyst

Department: ABA

Location: Dallas

Shift: Day M-F

Job Type: On Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:

Responsible for providing therapeutic clinical services in the mode of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in assigned clinical area, for providing integrated parent education regarding ABA interventions, for participating in program development and implementation, for providing behavioral consultation to schools and community resources as needed for patient care and follow-up, and for supervising registered behavior therapist, students and/or trainees in the delivery of ABA services.

Responsibilities:

• Assess patient needs through clinical interviews, behavioral observations, chart/history review, and direct patient/family interaction; design and implement ABA treatment plans, including individual, group, classroom, and/or family behavior interventions; evaluate and document patient progress; provide parent education and supportive training regarding ABA therapy interventions; and consult with members of the multidisciplinary team to develop optimal treatment plans for patients requiring ABA based interventions as part of their care
• Participate in duties pertinent to the ABA program, including involvement in multi-disciplinary intake and triage meetings, interaction with referral programs and collaborating agencies, and coordination of patient care; develop/utilize appropriate outcome measures to evaluate patient progress in targeted behavioral intervention areas; provide community and family education and consultation around ABA interventions
• Provide direct supervision to registered behavioral therapists, students, and/or trainees who are providing ABA therapy and/or participating in research or outcome measure initiatives
• Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the job description is an essential function of the job
• Participate in other duties and /or special projects as applicable, including program development and program implementation under the direction of the Director and other multidisciplinary staff

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year job related experience required
• At least 1 year post-BCBA experience

EDUCATION

• Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience In Applied Behavior Analysis, social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or counseling required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Current Texas Behavioral Analyst license Upon Hire required
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements required

JOB PROFILE

• Requires in-depth professional knowledge and practical/applied expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines within the broader professional field
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; demonstrates awareness of the industry, including regulatory, evolving customer demands, and the factors that differentiate the organization in the market
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
• Solves complex problems and takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• Meet patient and patient family needs; take responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
• Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; craft and implement service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.
• Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.
• Deal effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.
• Effectively manage one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
• Set high standards of performance for self and others; assume responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self impose standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner.
• Clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.