Fill Time BCBA Needed for school Program in Stamford CT
Job Description
We have exciting opportunities for positive, motivated, and experienced BCBA in Stamford, CT. The BCBA will provide full time services in a school for the remainder of 2024-2025 and into the 2025-2026 School Year.
For more than twenty years, Invo-Progressus has been providing behavior and therapy services that create better outcomes for children. We are committed to helping children and families and clinicians achieve success. Apply now and join our team!
Best Practices. Best Careers. Best Outcomes for Children.
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) role in Stamford Public Schools (SPS) involves supporting students with behavioral and educational needs, particularly in special education settings. BCBAs in SPS typically work within specialized programs like the STAR Program, which is designed for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and utilizes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodologies. They may also support the CORE program for students with intellectual and social challenges, and the REACH therapeutic classrooms for students with social-emotional needs
Key Responsibilities of a BCBA
Behavioral Assessment & Intervention: Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
ABA Implementation: Supervise ABA interventions, train staff, and monitor progress.
Collaboration: Work with teachers, special educators, and therapists (e.g., Speech and Occupational Therapy) to support individualized education plans (IEPs).
Data Collection & Analysis: Use data-driven decision-making to improve student outcomes.
Professional Development: Train teachers and paraprofessionals on behavior management strategies.
Requirements:
- BCBA Certification: Candidates must hold a current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
- Master’s Degree: A graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Special Education, Psychology, or a related field is typically required.
- Experience: Prior experience working with children with special needs in a school setting is preferred.
- Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.
- Ability to develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
- Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).
- Collaboration skills to work with teachers, administrators, and parents.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation with flexible pay options
- Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage, 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with a discretionary company match)
- Flexible Spending Plan for medical and dependent coverage
- Paid time off
- Professional Liability Coverage
- Licensure reimbursement
- Annual Professional Development stipend
- Professional membership stipend
- Unlimited CEUs through the Progressus Pathways Learning Center
- Unparalleled mentoring and support
- Many More!
INVO is an equal opportunity employer and conducts all business activities (e.g., recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, discipline and termination) without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state and local law.
