AccessCNY

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Mental & Behavioral HealthConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeEast Syracuse, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education, or Mental Health Counseling, or a related field, is required.
Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing is required.
New York State professional licensure or credentialing, as required for the position, is required.
At least one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is required.
Experience completing Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), developing function-based supports, analyzing data, and training or consulting with staff is required.
A valid New York State driver's license in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving Policy and transportation necessary to meet program needs are required.
The employee must respect confidentiality and demonstrate teamwork and professionalism.
A moderately flexible schedule and occasional early-morning, evening, weekend, emergency, travel, training, or meeting availability may be required.

Responsibilities

Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) using observation, interviews, record review, and behavioral data.
Develop and update Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Medication Monitoring Plans (MMPs), behavior protocols, addendums, and other individualized supports in accordance with 14 NYCRR and applicable OPWDD guidance.
Create practical strategies that include prevention, teaching, replacement skills, environmental support, and safe responses to challenging behavior.
Set measurable goals and review participant progress using data, observation, incident information, and team feedback.
Adjust recommendations when participant needs, risks, environments, or outcomes change.
Promote positive, person-centered, least restrictive approaches while protecting participant dignity, choice, and rights.
Assess proposed rights restrictions and restrictive interventions for clinical need and identify appropriate safeguards and reduction or fade criteria.
Support informed-consent processes and prepare behavioral plans, addenda, supporting data, and clinical rationale for Human Rights Committee (HRC) review, as assigned.
Monitor approved restrictions and recommend continuation, revision, reduction, or discontinuation based on clinical review and data.
Train staff on BSPs, MMPs, behavior protocols, data collection, and individualized behavioral support.
Observe implementation and provide coaching, modeling, feedback, and retraining when needed.
Provide consultation to participants, families, direct support staff, supervisors, managers, nursing, clinical providers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Analyze behavioral and incident data to identify trends, measure progress, and guide clinical decisions.
Complete and maintain timely assessments, plans, addendums, reviews, training records, data summaries, and supporting documentation.
Assess behavioral risks and recommend proactive support, environmental changes, replacement skills, and response strategies.
Review incidents as appropriate behavioral patterns to identify contributing factors and opportunities for prevention.
Maintain compliance with applicable training, rules, and regulations.
Contribute to department and Agency quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in OPWDD-certified residential or IRA services is preferred.
Experience supporting individuals with complex behavioral needs is preferred.
Experience developing or reviewing restrictive interventions or BSP addenda is preferred.
Experience presenting to a Human Rights Committee (HRC) is preferred.
Experience participating in quality-assurance or regulatory-review activities is preferred.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

AccessCNY · Syracuse, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-30

Workplace: on_site

Department: Children's & Behavioral

Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Reports to: CTTP Director Location: 6666 Manlius Center Road, East Syrause, NY Pay Rate $65,000 - $75,000 Annually Schedule Mon-Fr: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

About Us
With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals through residential housing, mental health, and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive employee to provide behavioral assessment, consultation, training, and clinical support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving DD/ABI residential services, including Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs).

Responsibilities:

Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) using observation, interviews, record review, and behavioral data
Develop and update Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Medication Monitoring Plans (MMPs), behavior protocols, addendums, and other individualized support needed in accordance with 14 NCYRR and applicable OPWDD guidance
Create clear, practical strategies that include prevention, teaching, replacement skills, environmental support, and safe responses to challenging behavior
Set measurable goals and review participant progress through data, observation, incident information, and team feedback
Adjust recommendations when participant needs, risks, environments, or outcomes change
Promote positive, person-centered, and least restrictive approaches while protecting participant dignity, choice, and rights
Assess proposed rights restrictions and restrictive interventions for clinical need and identify appropriate safeguards and reduction or fade criteria
Support informed-consent processes and prepare behavioral plans, addenda, supporting data, and clinical rationale for Human Rights Committee (HRC) review, as assigned
Monitor approved restrictions and recommend continuation, revision, reduction, or discontinuation based on clinical review and data
Train staff on BSPs, MMPs, behavior protocols, data collection, and individualized behavioral support
Observe implementation and provide approachable coaching, modeling, feedback, and retraining when needed
Provide consultation to participants, families, direct support staff, supervisors, managers, nursing, clinical providers, and interdisciplinary teams
Analyze behavioral and incident data to identify trends, measure progress, and guide clinical decisions
Complete and maintain timely assessments, plans, addendums, reviews, training records, data summaries, and supporting documentation
Assess behavioral risks and recommend proactive support, environmental changes, replacement skills, and response strategies
Review incidents as appropriate behavioral patterns to identify contributing factors and opportunities for prevention
Maintain compliance with applicable training, rules, and regulations
Contribute to department and Agency quality improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies
Perform Other Duties as Assigned

Education & Experience:

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field; current BCBA certification in good standing; and NYS professional licensure or credentialing as required for the position, required. At least one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and experience completing FBAs, developing function-based supports, analyzing data, and training or consulting with staff, required. Experience in OPWDD-certified residential or IRA services; supporting individuals with complex behavioral needs; developing or reviewing restrictive interventions or BSP addenda; presenting to an HRC; and participating in quality-assurance or regulatory-review activities, preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

Must have a valid NYS Driver License in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving Policy and transportation necessary to meet program needs. Must respect confidentiality and demonstrate teamwork and professionalism. A moderately flexible schedule and occasional early-morning, evening, weekend, emergency, travel, training, or meeting availability may be required.

Did you know? AccessCNY offers health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) match upon hire, PTO, and 11 paid holidays for employees working 30 hours or more weekly.

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