Licensed Behavior Analyst

The Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) will play a key role in delivering high-quality behavior analytic services to individuals diagnosed with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The LBA will build collaborative partnership initiatives to strengthen support systems for children and adolescents with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), other developmental disorders, and/or those with behavioral or pediatric feeding challenges. Working closely with Kelberman's clinical, educational, and administrative leadership teams, the LBA will provide direct services and support to existing programs consistent with best practices in the field using evidence-based practices. The LBA will provide support in our clinic, school consultation, educational, residential, and/or community-based programs based on the needs of the organization.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFITCATIONS/ EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education or related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification required.
• NY License in Behavior Analysis required, or license eligible.
• 2 Years relevant experience in a related field.
• Advanced Computer Skills (Including Windows, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances are warranted.
• Travel and transport is required. Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License and require reliable transportation.
• This position has regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with individuals receiving services and is required by law to be fingerprinted for a criminal history record check under OPWDD (Office for People with Developmental Disabilities) and/or OCFS (Office of Child and Family Services).

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Job related tasks may involve possible exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue or spills or splashes from these substances. May have exposure to unpredictable individuals and situations when working at Kelberman sites.
• OSHA exposure category l.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and sit. Must be able remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, twist, reach.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising work-flow and efficiency.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.