Regional Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Job overview

Regional Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in Santa Clara, CA. This is an onsite, full-time position with a salary range of $90,000 - $105,000 per year, plus a $2,000 annual education stipend. Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a growing organization dedicated to providing hope and transformative education to students with special needs. This role is crucial for enhancing the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral outcomes of students in Grades K-12. The Regional BCBA will lead and mentor educational staff, ensure program quality, and implement evidence-based interventions to foster student success across multiple Spectrum School locations.

What you'll do

• Delivering comprehensive training and continuous guidance to teachers and educational staff in designing impactful Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and quality of academic instruction and behavioral support services provided to students, ensuring exceptional outcomes.
• Supporting Spectrum staff by modeling, reinforcing, and enhancing instructional best practices to promote student growth aligned with Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.
• Implementing evidence-based interventions by applying scientifically proven behavioral and educational strategies, promoting positive outcomes in academic, social, emotional, and independent functioning.
• Providing crisis management intervention and support for students exhibiting aggressive or self-injurious behavior and developing strategies to reduce the need for 1:1 staffing.
• Collaborating closely with on-site education teams to collect and analyze data on student behavior, monitor student progress, and ensure appropriate intervention responsiveness and consistent progress toward goals.
• Conducting regular quality checks for each campus within assigned region at the student, staff, classroom, and site levels; making recommendations for improvement based on analysis of data.
• Supporting the development of on-site teams within assigned the area through delivery of training on behavioral assessment, intervention, positive behavior supports, data collection, crisis management, and other relevant topics.
• Providing guidance and supervision to staff members within assigned region pursuing BACB certification (RBT, BCaBA, BCBA), as agreed with the Program Director or VP of Behavior Services.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of improvement plans for assigned campuses to enhance student performance and staff effectiveness.
• Engaging in multi-disciplinary on-site and regional team meetings to discuss behavioral needs and contribute to the development of comprehensive support strategies.
• Monitoring and ensuring adherence of all campuses to Department of Education regulations and internal standards for educational and behavioral service is maintained within assigned area.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of assessments, interventions, progress, and compliance activities.
• Providing operational support to all schools in the assigned area, focusing on academic achievement, behavioral support, staff retention, and development.
• Performing additional duties or special projects as assigned to support organizational goals and student success.

What we're looking for

Education

Master's Degree

Experience

Master’s degree or higher in applied behavior analysis, behavioral therapy, special education or a closely related field of study. Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credential. Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an education specialist or special education instruction credential preferred. Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a valid CA state driver’s license. Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training. Prior experience and/or knowledge in providing behavioral support, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting. Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), data-based decision making, functional behavior assessment (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's). Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other related disabilities. Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's). Proven success in developing and implementing effective intervention plans for students with diverse needs. Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals. Prior experience and/or highly skilled in crisis management systems and intervention procedures. Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions. Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability. Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Skills & competencies

board-certified behavior analyst

bcba

special education

santa clara ca

full-time

behavioral services

master's degree required

california

k-12 education

behavioral health

iep

aba

crisis management

education stipend

Benefits & perks

• Annual Education Stipend - $2,000, Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions, Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance

About the employer

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.