Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
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Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Pineville, LA
Job Type
Unclassified
Job Number
PSSC 24-97 JD
Department
LDH-Office for Citizens with Development Disabilities
Opening Date
06/20/2024
Closing Date
7/20/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
Supplemental Information
PSSC 24 - 97 JD
Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist – ABA Therapist
Position is located with PINECREST SUPPORTS & SERVICES CENTER.
Location: Psychology
Shift: 8:00am - 4:30pm Pass Days: Saturday and Sunday
Job Contract/Type: Unclassified
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted and should not be attached in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.
List ALL prior employment – failure to fully complete the education and work history sections of the application can result in an applicant being hired at the lower level of the position. Y ou will not be qualified based on job title alone, you must describe your actual duties. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!
REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION TO MAKE SURE IT IS CURRENT
Pinecrest Supports and Services Center is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf (Download PDF reader)
Pinecrest Supports and Services Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed.
Pinecrest Supports and Services Center is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf (Download PDF reader)
Pinecrest Supports and Services Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Jeanette Deville, Human Resources Analyst C
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center
P.O. Box 5191
Pineville, Louisiana 71360
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Minimum Qualifications
A Louisiana license/certification to practice ABA.
Job Concepts
Provide direct ABA services to facility residents and guidance to residents' Interdisciplinary Teams on ABA-informed principles and strategies.
May conduct PEAK assessments, complete descriptive functional analyses, conduct sensory assessments, provide treatment using various modalities, develop/increase functional communication training, analyzing written and audio/video data and conduct direct observations to identify and develop innovative ABA-informed strategies.
May provide consultation support to the on-site Special School District to promote continuity of care and alignment with ABA principles across settings.
May assist with facilitation of transition to community living settings for residents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and development of higher-level supports at the individual IDT level.
Examples of Work
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for ABA therapy-related program development, development of staff training curriculum, development of training curriculum/workshops for family members of residents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, etc.
Provide virtual training/workshops for family members of residents.
Provide training to employees from various departments at Pinecrest introducing acceptance and commitment therapy, behavioral activation, behavioral parent training, and other ABA therapy-related topics.
Collaborate with Day Services leadership and supervisors to strengthen training provided to residents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Day Program settings based on ABA principles.
Collaborate with Active Treatment staff, Staff Training personnel, and Speech Therapy personnel to develop and increase Functional Communication Training curricula for residents, staff, and residents' family members.
Research, explore, identify and guide the facility in implementation of specific therapeutic training modalities that will be beneficial to residents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Professional Conduct:
Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively while displaying professional ethics.
Keep abreast of new trends, approaches, techniques and teaching strategies and attend in-service workshops as mandated by local policies or legislative acts.
Attend faculty, staff, and administrative and/or professional meetings as required by the supervisor and demonstrate reliability and punctuality in attendance and in meeting obligations.
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.
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PSSC - Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?
Yes
No
02
PSSC - If "YES", give the law enforcement authority (city, police, sheriff, FBI, etc.) the offense, place, and disposition of case. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.
03
PSSC - Are you currently employed with Pinecrest Supports and Services Center?
Yes
No
04
PSSC - Incomplete applications will NOT be considered! Have you listed ALL prior employment (entire work history starting after High School or College) with complete name of all employers (no abbreviations), your job title, complete address & phone number of each employer?
Yes
No
05
PSSC - You will be selected for interview based on your application. Explain any gaps in employment of 3 months or longer (Example: January /1999 – May /1999 = caring for a sick parent, etc...). If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.
06
PSSC / Are you in possession of a valid BCBA Certification?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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