Zephyr Behavioral Healthcare Play-Based Student Behavior Analyst (ABA) Hatfield, MA · Full time

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Student Behavior Analyst

At Zephyr, we’re not just following the trends; we’re setting them. We believe in a fresh approach to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) that places children’s interests and needs at the forefront of our practice. We’re a vibrant community that blends Applied Behavior Analysis with innovative educational approaches like Montessori and Reggio Emilia. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and growth, but we also value independence and self-driven initiative. If you’re passionate about working with children, eager to contribute to a supportive team environment, and ready to embrace a progressive approach to ABA, you’ll find your place with us.

The Opportunity:

Are you a recent graduate eager to launch your career in Applied Behavior Analysis? Are you a seasoned BCBA that has never quite found your home in the field of ABA? Do you want to be part of a team that values your individuality and encourages your creativity? At Zephyr, we’re looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Behavior Analysts to supervise a caseload of young clients (aged 2-7) in our lively center. You will work in an environment that encourages growth and values each team member’s unique contributions. If you’re looking to collaborate with a team that is committed to constant improvement and learning, this role is for you!

Unique Mentorship Opportunity:

Our center offers an exceptional 1-1 mentorship program designed to support your professional growth and development in a fun and engaging way. Flexibly designed to support new and seasoned BCBAs, this personalized mentorship focuses on helping you cultivate your unique style as a BCBA rather than adhering to a single implementation method. We value humility and openness, encouraging you to share any difficulties you encounter as you refine your approach. This program provides a safe and supportive environment to explore, learn, and enhance your skills, ensuring you become the best BCBA you can be.

Your Role:

As a Behavior Analyst at Zephyr, you’ll have the chance to shape the future of our young learners through a child-centered approach. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments, designing personalized treatment plans, and mentoring a dedicated team of behavior therapists. You’ll help create a playful and supportive environment where children can flourish and express their unique personalities.

You would make an awesome Student Analyst at Zephyr if you are:

• Oriented to a progressive approach to ABA: Focused on experiential learning, fostering creativity, and promoting critical thinking through child-led activities and inclusive practices
• Open to multiple perspectives: Values diverse viewpoints, receptive to new ideas, perspectives, and information, and is willing to consider and embrace viewpoints different from their own
• Fun-loving & energetic: Brings enthusiasm, positivity, and a playful spirit to foster a vibrant and enjoyable work environment
• Friendly: Excels at building positive relationships and creating a welcoming atmosphere for both colleagues and clients
• Flexible: Can adapt easily to changing priorities and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Humble: Values collaboration, embraces feedback and prioritizes team success over personal recognition.
• Team Oriented: Excels in collaborative environments and is dedicated to achieving shared goals
• Organized: Can manage multiple tasks efficiently and maintain a high level of attention to detail
• Accountable: Takes responsibility for their actions, meets deadlines consistently, and delivers high-quality work
• Thoughtful: Demonstrates empathy, consideration, and careful attention to the needs of others

Responsibilities: The student analyst will work on developing the following clinical competencies with oversight from a BCBA during their time as a student analyst. They will also continue to receive support in these areas upon their transition to the role of a BCBA. These competencies will be targeted through practical application to the caseload the student analyst is supporting. The student analyst should be prepared to ask critical, thought-provoking questions to develop their own understanding of the role of a BCBA at Zephyr. They should also be prepared to receive and implement feedback given from their supervising BCBAs.

• Perform VB-MAPP, Vineland, and other research-based assessments
• Design custom treatment plans and programming for each client
• Write comprehensive reports that meet insurance requirements with oversight from BCBA
• Track and monitor progress data, make changes to programs when progress is not demonstrated with oversight from BCBA
• Provide individual and group trainings to behavior therapists
• Model playful session implementation
• Provide direct service to clients as needed

Job Competencies:

• Clinical Competencies:
• Identify client strengths and deficits using standardized assessments
• Write developmentally appropriate treatment plans targeting socially significant skills
• Advocate for medical necessity of services to client insurance company
• Achieve meaningful client progress through clinical program oversight
• Write function-based behavior support plans that include functional communication training, train BTs to implement with integrity
• Continuously train BTs on the principles of ABA
• Supervise and coach BTs on how to interact with clients and how to implement client programming
• Analyze client progress data and make programming changes accordingly
• Provide parent training on a regular basis, ensure generalization of client skills across settings
• Administrative Competencies:
• Write detailed treatment plans that showcase medical necessity
• Maintain documentation of all services provided
• Maintain documentation of corrective feedback delivered to BTs
• Write objective and detailed session notes to be submitted to insurance
• Complete all daily session notes prior to leaving the center
• Comply with all HR onboarding tasks and ongoing documentation
• Follow agency time-off and sick policies
• Respond to emails within 24 hours
• Interpersonal Competencies:
• Provide respectful supervision and feedback to BTs with no instances of belittling
• Model a positive and flexible attitude toward center operations
• Communicate with all members of the team with respect and humility
• Maintain a collaborative, solutions-focused attitude toward challenges
• Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor with all stakeholders, including fellow team members, caregivers, and clients
• Treat all individuals with respect, including clients
• Embody agency values - authenticity, integrity, teamwork, and play
• Follow agency client dignity guidelines
• Engage in team environment by including all individuals in conversation

Skills & Qualifications:

• Completed Master’s Degree in ABA or upcoming completion of Master’s Degree (within 1-2 months)
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification, licensure, and credentialing
• Experience conducting various research-based assessments
• Humble leadership
• Loves working with people and welcoming of different perspectives
• Knowledge of naturalistic teaching strategies in ABA
• Knowledge of AAC devices and programming for their use
• Knowledge of pairing procedures and ability to model strong pairing strategies
• Ability to provide constructive feedback
• Strong ability to collaborate and communicate with others
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Must be able to lift, transport, and chase clients (minimum 30lb)
• Must be able to engage in high-energy play outdoors in a variety of types of weather