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We are helping ABS Kids find a top candidate to join their team full-time for the role of Behavior Analyst. Compensation: USD 85K/year. Location: 2711 Randolph Rd suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28207, USA. Mission of ABS Kids: To empower children with autism spectrum disorders and their families to reach their full potential through diagnosis and individualized ABA therapy. What makes you a strong candidate: You have 2 years of experience in child care. You are proficient in problem solving. English - Fully fluent. Responsibilities and more: Job summary: The Behavior Analyst is responsible for creating and overseeing implementation of ABA treatment plans for patients. Essential duties & expectations: Train Behavior Technicians, family or caregivers, and other individuals on ABA treatment plans and how to implement treatment plans. Communicate program changes to caregivers and ABA team. Complete six-month authorization reports. Provide 1-on-1 ABA therapy for patients within assigned caseload, as needed and recommended in treatment plans. Act as a liaison between Behavior Technicians, family or caregivers, and other service providers. Conduct supervision for patients within your assigned caseload either in person or via telehealth as clinically recommended. Monitor weekly progress and present updates of the patient's program(s) and behavior program(s) during supervision and team meetings. Update and maintain programs. Timely creation of reports, progress reports, set Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, and assessments as needed; all with the assistance of the Assistant Director. Manage scheduled hours to ensure the timely completion of all assigned tasks including, but not limited to, all assigned supervision time and direct work with each assigned patient. Responsible for the timely completion of assigned tasks including, but not limited to: attend patient's IEP/Placement meetings, adhere to company policies and procedures regarding prescription fidelity, update administrative tracking documents, as required by directors and adhere to federal HIPAA regulations, as well as any company policies and procedures. Skills & abilities: Communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing so others will understand. Observe and record data on patient behavior, documenting exactly what is observed in an objective and concrete manner. Understand information and ideas presented both verbally and in writing. Identify when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and take appropriate steps to intervene for the safety of the patient. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintain them over time. Provide personal assistance, including physical guidance in situations where the patient is unable to conduct themselves safely. Demonstrate tolerance for maladaptive behaviors, including but not limited to aggressive, self-injurious, and difficult to manage behaviors, demonstrated by patients. Ability to enter, transcribe, record, store, and maintain information in written or electronic form via PC, laptop or mobile device. Understand the importance of customer satisfaction and do more than required to ensure quality of care and customer retention. Education & experience: Minimum Master's Degree in Psychology or related field. Current BCBA certification through the BACB or scheduled to take the BACB examn. Minimum of 2 years of related experience. Physical & environmental demands: Work may be performed in the home/ABA Therapy Center/community/outdoor environments as required by the patient's treatment program. Must be able to lift and carry patients as needed. Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time. Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time. Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior. Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection. Must be able to receive feedback from supervisors and use it as a means to reflect on strengths and weaknesses and build on previously learned competencies. Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means. Must have reliable transportation and be willing and able to travel between different job sites. Must have a valid driver license and auto insurance in good standing. Able to drive a motor vehicle. Lift/push/pull/move up to 50 pounds. Be able to physically move for up to 8 hours a day. Specific benefits for this position: Salary plus uncapped monthly bonus plan (total comp potential $100,000 ). Fluent in Spanish: $2,500 premium to annual salary. Signing bonus / relocation: $10,000 - 15,000. NC Center positions have the option of a 4-day work week. Job benefits: Medical insurance with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Dental insurance. Vision insurance. Long-term disability. Life. 401K with company match (after six months of employment). Ten paid holidays. Three weeks of paid time off, four weeks starting in year 2. $500 annual continuing education allowance/ $750 year 2/$1,000 year 3. Laptop stipend. Monthly cell phone stipend/ WFH stipend. Employee Assistance Program. Employee referral bonus program. Voluntary benefits that include short-term disability, supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance.