Board Certified Behavior Analyst

To apply for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst position at First Children Services, candidates must hold a Master's degree in psychology, special education, or a related field, along with holding an active BCBA certification. Additionally, 2+ years of experience working with children on the Autism spectrum is also required to ensure you can effectively conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and create tailored Behavior Intervention Plans.

As a BCBA at First Children Services, your primary responsibilities include conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments to understand children's needs, creating customized Behavior Intervention Plans, providing parent training, and completing skill assessments using tools such as ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, and AFLS. You will also engage with children in the innovative and enriching environments at our STRIVE centers to foster positive behavioral changes.

First Children Services prides itself on an exceptional company culture that prioritizes a supportive, fun, and collaborative atmosphere. At our STRIVE Autism Centers, BCBAs work in child-friendly spaces equipped with various therapeutic modalities, allowing for flexibility and creativity while implementing ABA practices. This enjoyable environment not only helps our clients flourish but also enhances job satisfaction for our staff.

Absolutely! First Children Services offers numerous opportunities for professional development, including monthly individualized supervision and coaching from leadership, access to Employee Assistance Programs, and chances to attend ABA conferences. Our commitment to staff growth means you can continually evolve in your role while benefiting from ongoing support and resources.

BCBAs working at First Children Services enjoy a competitive salary, annual performance-based incentive bonuses, medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401K plan, PTO, and sick time. Additionally, a $10K sign-on bonus and ongoing retention bonuses can significantly enhance your compensation package, making it a rewarding workplace.

When answering, focus on specific instances where you successfully implemented ABA strategies. Highlight your methods, the outcomes achieved, and how you adapted your approaches to meet individual children's needs. This shows your practical experience is in line with First Children Services' focus.

Discuss your systematic approach to conducting these assessments, emphasizing data collection techniques, interviews with family and teachers, and observation strategies. Make sure to mention how you use the findings to create effective and personalized intervention plans, which aligns with the practices at First Children Services.

Explain various techniques you find effective, such as coaching through role-playing, providing resources, or developing support groups. Ensure your response showcases how you inspire parents to implement strategies at home, reflecting First Children Services' commitment to comprehensive family support.

Pick a relevant experience and explain the challenge, your analysis of it, and the tailored strategies you employed to overcome the challenge. This question allows you to demonstrate your critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are essential qualities for a BCBA at First Children Services.

Mention professional organizations, journals you read, conferences attended, and any continuous education courses completed. This not only shows your dedication to the field but aligns well with the values of First Children Services, highlighting the importance of evidence-based practices.

Highlight your personal philosophy towards ABA, teamwork, and family involvement, as well as specific skills that align with the company culture. Mention the unique environment at STRIVE centers and your excitement to contribute to a positive and engaging therapeutic setting.

Discuss your approach to tailoring intervention plans based on comprehensive assessments of the child's needs, collaborating with parents and teachers, and setting measurable goals. Since First Children Services focuses on personalized care, emphasizing collaborative efforts showcases alignment with their mission.

Express your belief in the significance of play as a therapeutic tool, describing how it promotes engagement and learning in children. You might reference specific techniques you've used to blend therapy with play, resonating with First Children Services' focus on joyful learning environments.

Share an experience where collaboration significantly impacted a child’s success. Focus on communication skills, roles, and how teamwork led to shared goals, underscoring the collaborative spirit at First Children Services.

Articulate qualities such as empathy, adaptability, communication skills, and a strong evidence-based practice background. This helps validate your understanding of the role’s demands and signals your alignment with First Children Services’ focus on quality care.