Behavior Analyst

Position Type Administrative Working Title Behavior Analyst Classification Title Specialist College/Division College of Health, Arts & Sciences (HAS) Department Humanities and Social Sciences Hiring Unit Work Location Klamath Falls Appointment FTE (%) 1.0 Position Terms/Mo 12 month Full/Part time Full Time Annual Salary 51,000-55,000

Position Summary

Department Summary

The Humanities and Social Sciences department offers Master's degrees in Applied Behavior Analysis and Marriage and Family Therapy, undergraduate degrees in Applied Psychology and Population Health Management, minors in Psychology, Medical Sociology, and Art, Literature, and Philosophy (ALP's), and a diverse collection of courses in support of Oregon Tech's general education mission. All our programs work closely with community partners to provide applied learning experiences for our students. We are committed to our role in enabling students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills, global knowledge, and ethical and cultural awareness.

Effective and respectful communication and working with people of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds are key components of the position along with a strong commitment to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access.

Learn more about the department here: https://www.oit.edu/academics/health-arts-sciences/humanities-social-sciences

Learn more about the BIG ABA clinic here: https://bigaba.oit.edu/

Position Summary

The Behavior Improvement Group ABA Clinic at Oregon Tech is a University affiliated regional clinic currently providing clinic-based services to children within Klamath County. We are currently looking to add strong, purpose-driven Behavior Analysts to our team to expand our reach to local schools, in addition to continuing our in-home and community-based services. At BIG we work tirelessly to provide outstanding, ethical and empirically-based services rooted in the tenets of Applied Behavior Analysis. We believe strongly in helping all members of our community regardless of location, socio-economic status or disability.

This position reports to the Clinic Director and the incumbent's responsibilities include, though are not limited to:

• Train and manage direct therapy staff

• Participate in supervision of BCBA & BCaBA candidates (if eligible)

• Conduct assessment updates and author re-authorization plan

• Ensure reliable and valid data collection

• Analyze data/behavior and makes decisions based on data

• Develop specific teaching procedures for the targets

• Guide ongoing implementation of teaching procedures for the targets

• Ensure program directives from clinical team are implemented accurately and timely

• Consult with local school districts in collaborative and positive manner, to include conducting FBAs and writing behavior plans, training teachers and other school staff on those plans, assisting with Multi-tiered System of Support processes for students with behavior challenges

• Generate consultation notes and distributes

• Consult with clients and provides continuous program direction and maintenance

As a BCBA at Oregon Tech, you'll be given a diverse caseload, ongoing training and scheduled mentorship to help nurture and grow your clinical, supervisory and leadership skills.

Minimum Requirements Additional Requirements

• Masters in ABA or related field

• Active BCBA certification

• Working knowledge of: Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP), Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS), PEAK Relational Training System, Experimental Functional Analysis, and/or Skillstreaming

• Experience working in clinic, home and school settings, directing technicians and/or conducting parent training

• Ability to move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of three years relevant experience in designing and/or implementing evidence-based treatment for children with developmental disabilities, autism, and/or challenging behaviors

• Minimum of two years of experience in supervision of BCBA candidates, BCaBAs and RBTs/behavioral technicians

• Highly organized and self-directed

• Flexible (with schedule)

• Competent at public speaking

• Presented at least once at a regional or national ABA conference

• Interest in research

Application Information

Recruitment Type External Application Screening Begins 07/02/2024 Job Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant

The initial review of applications will begin on July 2, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

To apply, upload the following elements to your application:

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Professional References List

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation

• Curriculum Vitae

• License/Certification

For additional information, please contact the Office of Human Resources: oithr@oit.edu

Background/Pre-Employment Check

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.

AA/EEO Statement

Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.

Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541-885-1028 or oithr@oit.edu.