Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Position

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ABOUT US

The Madrone School is a private, non-profit school that provides ABA and educational services in a full-day, year-round program to children with autism in the greater Seattle area. We are a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to the children we serve and our core values of Respect, Empowerment, Commitment, Communication, and Innovation.  

 

At The Madrone School, we use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help our students learn and grow in a school environment. Currently on three campuses, our Redmond campus provides a setting for students who require 1:1 instruction, and our two Woodinville campuses are home to our Early Learning Program and our Classroom Program which focuses on group learning. The current BCBA position is for our Early Learning Program and will serve students ages 2 to 8. Instructional domains across all our programs include: communication/verbal behavior, functional academics, self-management skills, social skills, leisure skills, adaptive skills, prevocational skills, and managing challenging behaviors.

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Our BCBAs maintain small caseloads, work out of our school location (no driving), and maintain full-time, day-time hours (8:00-4:00). We offer a competitive compensation that is commensurate with experience in the field, paid time off, and generous reimbursement for continuing education.

We are a 501c(3) non-profit organization.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA, Education, Psychology, or a related field

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst in good standing with the BACB

• Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Washington (or ability to become licensed prior to start date)

• Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) and/or Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LaBA)

• 2+ years of experience working with individuals with autism

 

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years working as a BCBA

• Experience working in a school setting and/or collaborating with special educators, speech therapists and occupational therapists

• Experience working with clients who utilize alternative, augmentative communication (AAC)

• Experience conducting FBAs/PFAs, implementing Behavior Intervention Plans and managing behaviors of concern

• Experience leading and managing a team of Behavior Technicians/aides

• Experience conducting behavior analytic assessments including: PEAK, VB MAPP, AFLS, ABLLS

• Experience and knowledge of naturalistic developmental behavioral interventions (NDBIs) such as ESDM and PRT

 

BCBA Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and re-assessments as needed

• Develop, write, implement, and update treatment plans

• Evaluate students’ progress and make changes to interventions as needed utilizing data collection application (Catalyst)

• Demonstrate mastery of basic and advanced behavior analytic principles and teaching methods

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and Functional Analyses as needed and write corresponding Behavior Intervention Plans

• Provide direct supervision and support when high levels of distress and behaviors of concern are observed

• Conduct regular individualized parent/caregiver training and support

• Provide supervision, training, and mentorship to a team of Behavior Technicians

• Collaborate with students’ related service providers and/or other ABA service providers

• Seek out professional development opportunities

• Keep track of billable hours, maintain SOAP notes, and maintain familiarity with billable expectations with the support of the Clinical Director and our Billing Specialist

 

Reports to: Clinical Director

Locations: We have campuses in Redmond, WA and Woodinville, WA

Physical Requirements: Work at students’ level in the classroom (bending, kneeling, and sitting on floor). Infrequently transfer, lift, carry, push or pull 25 pounds or more

Job Type: Full-time

We are a 501c(3) non-profit organization.

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To Apply

We are always open to speaking with candidates interested in learning more about The Madrone School. Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest to: dawn@themadroneschool.org

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All applicants will be required to pass a background check and provide 2-3 positive professional references who are familiar with your work.

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