Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Help Individuals Build Skills, Independence, and Meaningful Lives
Breakthrough Developmental Services is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who is passionate about helping individuals with developmental, intellectual, and learning disabilities develop skills, increase independence, and achieve meaningful goals.
At Breakthrough Developmental Services, we believe that investing in our team leads to better outcomes for the individuals and families we serve. We are committed to professional development, clinical excellence, collaboration, and creating opportunities for meaningful career growth.
The selected candidate will provide services to individuals and families in home, community, and clinical settings. Opportunities may also exist to facilitate clinic-based groups and support the continued growth of our programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Hold a Master’s degree
- Be nationally certified in Behavior Analysis
- Be licensed as a Behavior Analyst in Maryland or be eligible to obtain licensure within one months of hire
- Submit a resume, cover letter, and application
Preferred Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish
- Two or more years of supervisory experience
- Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
- Experience providing services across a variety of age groups and settings
What We’re Looking For
Successful candidates are:
- Compassionate and person-centered
- Honest and accountable
- Growth-minded
- Energetic and enthusiastic
- Strong communicators
- Collaborative team members
- Solution-oriented with a positive attitude
Primary Responsibilities
The BCBA is responsible for:
- Conducting intake and assessment activities
- Completing functional and skills-based assessments
- Developing individualized treatment plans
- Writing clinical reports and recommendations
- Providing parent and caregiver consultations
- Collecting, reviewing, and analyzing data
- Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Completing clinical contact notes and progress reports
- Facilitating and chairing treatment team meetings
- Participating in required trainings and professional development activities
- Performing other duties as assigned
In Your Cover Letter, Please Tell Us About:
- Your experience working with individuals with developmental, intellectual, and/or learning disabilities
- The age groups and settings in which you have provided services
- Your experience with assessment, behavior analysis, positive behavior supports, treatment planning, and data collection
- Specialized training, certifications, or areas of clinical interest
- What interests you about joining Breakthrough Developmental Services
Application Review
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process may be contacted.
To avoid delays in the review process, applicants should ensure all application materials are complete and accurate when submitted.
Benefits
- Credit union access
- Discounted tuition opportunities through partner educational institutions (restrictions may apply)
- Free continuing education opportunities (CEUs)
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Additional Information
- This position is part-time with the potential to transition to full-time.
- A satisfactory background investigation is required, including reference checks, education verification, and State, County, and FBI criminal background checks.
- All required organizational training must be completed.
- Maryland licensure is required for continued employment in this position.
- Reliable transportation is required, as this position involves travel between service locations.
- Candidates must be willing to travel up to 50 miles to provide services.
- Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Ready to Apply?
If you are committed to helping individuals and families achieve meaningful outcomes while continuing to grow professionally, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to begin the application process.
Application: https://www.bdshelps.com/application
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