Pay: $55-65 per hour DOE

Job Description:

Amergis Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – ES to join our team in an academic setting. The BCBA will provide consultation, training, conduct behavioral evaluations, and develop/implement behavior intervention plans for individuals with academic and behavioral deficits. This role also involves acting as a clinical teacher who educates, observes, assesses, and supervises educational activities and behavioral service delivery in the school setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Conduct functional behavior assessments and educational assessments, accurately identifying the function of challenging behavior and socially valid, pivotal behaviors to target.

• Develop strong collaborative relationships and provide training to school staff to implement effective applied behavior analysis techniques.

• Provide ongoing support and training to related field staff, ensuring treatment integrity and supporting professional growth.

• Investigate concerns and provide coaching and disciplinary action when appropriate.

• Develop behavior goals according to the needs and abilities of the student.

• Determine prevention, intervention, and consequence strategies utilizing non-aversive behavior change methods.

• Collect, analyze, and report data and other documentation within established time frames to ensure program validity and efficacy per contract guidelines.

  Qualifications:

• • Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

• Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, teaching, psychology, or a related field.

• Preferred experience providing behavior analytic programs and services in schools.

• One (1) year minimum pediatric experience preferred.

• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice.

• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable.

• Current CPR certification if applicable.

• TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray if applicable.

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation).

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements.

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site.

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required.

• Computer proficiency required.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

  Important Information:

Working in a juvenile detention center can be both challenging and rewarding. It requires patience, resilience, and a strong commitment to helping at-risk youth. Staff must be prepared to handle stressful situations and work with individuals who may have experienced significant trauma. However, the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people makes this role incredibly fulfilling. Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth.

  About Us:

Amergis Healthcare is a leading staffing company dedicated to providing high-quality behavioral health services. We are currently hiring for the a Juvenile Detention Center in South East Los Angeles, where we are committed to fostering positive behavioral changes and supporting the academic and personal growth of youth offenders. Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.