Milestones Day School and Transitions Program is a year-round private special education school located in Waltham, MA and works with students with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, and a variety of attention and/or psychiatric challenges. We service students ranging in age from elementary grades through post high school, and our staff work in multi-disciplinary teams to support students in particular grade cohorts. We are currently recruiting for a BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our team.
We offer a unique and intensive year-round academic and therapeutic programming in a state of the art building. Our students are highly supported by a full clinical staff working on multidisciplinary teams that consists of Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, Principals, Mentor Teachers, Reading and Math Specialists, and Directors. We have a low student to staff ratio and our population consists primarily of students with diagnoses on the Autism Spectrum, Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder, and Anxiety Disorders.
This position will focus on the social and emotional development of the students with relation to their behaviors.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide consultation to classroom staff regarding the integration of behavioral interventions in the classroom.
- Conduct, write and report on comprehensive Functional Behavioral Assessments.
- Create behavior plans for students with a variety of behavior challenges (e.g., non-compliance, refusal, etc.)
- Train staff on Universal best practices, behavior plans, intervention, and implementation.
- Attend IEP meetings and contribute by writing behavior goals and progress reporting.
- Become certified as one of severals trainers in Crisis Prevention Intervention and train other staff members on how to implement this methodology.
- Collect, graph, and interpret data for students presenting with behaviors that impede learning.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of a Master's degree and active BCBA certification is required.
- 5 + years of relevant experience is preferred, including experience with students with high functioning autism.
- Passion for special education and proven ability in behavior management.
- Strong ability to take initiative, manage strategically, and respond functionally on a day to day basis.
-Enjoys working as a consultative member of multidisciplinary teams within a therapeutic milieu.
Demonstrated ability to understand students as a whole and collaborate on developing appropriate interventions.
- Strong writing skills, analytical abilities, and effectiveness with staff training.
- Supportive, adaptable, and collaborative team player.
MILESTONES PROVIDES EXCELLENT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:
- Competitive salary (pro-rated for part-time if applicable)
- 6 weeks of paid Vacation, 8 Sick days, and 2 Personal days in addition to scheduled holidays. Earn 1 additional Vacation day after 1 year of service and up to 2 additional days for every year of service thereafter.
- Medical Insurance including Fitness Center Reimbursement and Annual Physical Exam Bonus
- Dental Insurance & Vision Plan
- Onsite Workout Facility
- 401K Plan, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance
- Paid Parental Leave and Pre-tax Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Community Service Opportunities
- Half-day Summer Fridays
- We supply all materials (no out-of-pocket expenses!)
- Employer sponsored conference and workshop attendance for professional development
- Supportive and collaborative co-workers
Please submit your resume and 2-3 professional references for consideration.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $84,000
Mission
Milestones, Inc. cultivates the potential of every student and young adult by recognizing their strengths, unique needs, and learning differences. Our goal is to ensure that each individual reaches their highest level of success by connecting them to new learning opportunities that help achieve greater independence, foster self-confidence, and create meaningful relationships at school and beyond. Join our winning team today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $78,000.00 - $84,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
