Board Certified Behavior Analyst / LABA

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA/LABA)

Elevate Home & Center-Based Services

• Position: Elevate BCBA
• Reports to: Program Director, Elevate
• Status: Exempt, Salaried
• Work Environment: Home-Based & Center-Based Services

About Crossroads Continuum

Crossroads Continuum is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with autism to learn, grow, and thrive. Through evidence-based educational and therapeutic programming, we support children, adolescents, and young adults in reaching their fullest potential—academically, socially, and functionally.

Position Summary

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides clinical assessment, treatment planning, supervision, and oversight for assigned home-based and center-based clients within the Elevate program.

The BCBA is responsible for supervising Behavior Technicians (BTs), evaluating client progress using data-driven methods, and ensuring the effective implementation of insurance-funded treatment programs, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), Behavior Management Guidelines (BMGs), and applicable Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The BCBA serves as the primary clinical liaison with parents and caregivers.

When assigned, the BCBA may serve as the on-site clinical lead for Elevate Center-Based Services during periods when the Clinical Manager is not physically present. In this role, the BCBA provides time-limited clinical oversight, safety support, and clinical decision-making to ensure continuity of care and adherence to approved practices. Ultimate responsibility for center operations, staffing models, and program capacity remains with the Clinical Manager.

General Responsibilities

• Oversee the supervision, safety, and clinical integrity of assigned staff and clients
• Maintain active BCBA certification and Massachusetts LABA licensure
• Ensure accurate collection, review, and maintenance of electronic clinical data, documentation, and reports
• Complete clinical documentation in compliance with organizational policies, funder requirements, HIPAA, and privacy regulations
• Communicate professionally and effectively with staff, families, caregivers, and external providers
• Manage clinical, documentation, and supervision responsibilities in a timely and organized manner
• Provide and document performance feedback as required
• Adhere to the Crossroads Continuum Employee Handbook and Elevate policies and ensure supervisee compliance
• Participate in organizational events, recruitment activities, and program-related functions as required
• Provide short-term clinical or operational support to Discover Early Learning Center or other programs when staffing needs require
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Clinical & Educational Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee functional behavior assessments and functional analyses
• Develop, implement, monitor, and revise empirically supported teaching procedures
• Oversee all Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and Behavior Management Guidelines (BMGs)
• Manage prescribed service hours to ensure alignment with clinical recommendations and authorizations
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to support scheduling, participation, and treatment consistency
• Monitor service delivery relative to authorized hours and escalate barriers to care appropriately
• Ensure timely completion and submission of assessments, progress reports, and IEP documentation
• Provide direct clinical services only when clinically indicated or to support short-term coverage needs

Supervision & Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise Behavior Technicians (BTs) in the completion of assigned responsibilities
• Provide initial, ongoing, and refresher training to ensure staff competence
• Assess training needs and develop individualized training plans
• Monitor staff performance and treatment fidelity through observation, feedback, and data review
• Ensure staff demonstrate competency prior to independent program implementation
• Address documentation or timekeeping concerns and escalate unresolved issues appropriately
• Participate in weekly clinical review meetings with the Program Director
• Supervise staff pursuing behavior analytic credentials, as applicable
• Serve as on-site clinical lead when assigned, providing real-time guidance and safety oversight
• Escalate operational, safety, or capacity concerns to the Clinical Manager
• Collaborate with the Clinical Manager to ensure continuity of clinical oversight

Communication

• Communicate effectively with leadership, staff, families, and external partners
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical and professional standards
• Represent Crossroads Continuum and the Elevate program in a professional manner

Attendance, Participation, and Timeliness

• Maintain reliable attendance and meet billable service and documentation requirements
• Effectively manage schedule and client hours
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and organizational events
• Position may require early morning and/or evening hours to meet client and program needs

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or a related field
• Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• Active Massachusetts Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) credential
• Demonstrated clinical competence in Applied Behavior Analysis
• Experience supervising direct-care staff required
• Newly certified BCBAs will be considered and provided with structured mentorship

Skills & Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, consultants, and school districts
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to complete and maintain certification in the organization’s Physical Management curriculum

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move quickly and confidently to intervene when protective movements are necessary
• Ability to pursue a bolting client
• Ability to successfully complete Physical Management training, including:
• Lifting up to half of body weight
• Pivoting, squatting, kneeling
• Remaining in a kneeling position for extended periods
• Standing from kneeling while supporting client weight without pushing off with hands
• Shuffling forwards and backwards
• Assisting a client to the floor
• Stabilizing a client in standing, seated, prone, or supine positions

Why Join Crossroads Continuum?

We believe supporting our clients starts with supporting our staff. At Crossroads Continuum, you’ll find a mission-driven culture that values collaboration, growth, and work-life balance.

Benefits Include

• Health and Dental Insurance (effective first day of employment)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 50% employer match
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition reimbursement, including 20% preferred tuition reduction for Regis College graduate, doctoral, and certificate programs
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

*This position has a sign-on bonus.

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based behavioral services and supporting individuals with autism and their families, we encourage you to apply. Questions are always welcome—we’d love to connect.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Crossroads Continuum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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Monday - Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm - Flexibility needed to extend into evening hours occasionally to meet with clients and attend meetings

40 hours / week