Bridges MN is hiring a Behavior Analyst to come and join our fast growing, diverse team!

Our purpose is to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities by creating opportunities for more independence in their homes and jobs. With our exceptional staff, valued partners and government agencies, Bridges MN provides a solid foundation in supporting personal growth and positive experiences. To accomplish our mission, Bridges engages in a process of discovering individual needs as well as individual dreams. We want to ensure informed choice and person-centered planning in helping to design innovative service models for individuals no matter the level of need. In short, we live to help and improve the lives of our residents.

Location: In office in St. Cloud (location flexible, can also be Mankato) with the ability and openness to travel to sites within the region.

Compensation/Benefits: $55,000-80,000 per year based on experience. All employees are eligible for PTO and 401K, and full-time employees are eligible for MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION, and more!

Job Roles/Responsibilities of the Behavior Analyst:

• Assessment of the person and situation by observing abnormal signs and symptoms, or changes in clients’ condition and communicate this to interdisciplinary team to determine the factors precipitating the crisis.
• Assess, analyze, and develop appropriate behavior strategies to teach new skills and replacement behaviors with an effort to reduce interfering/target behaviors.
• Consult with and train the provider(s) and/or caregiver(s) to ensure successful implementation of the provider intervention plan.
• Provide modeling and other direct instructional support including, but not limited to: practicum supervision/teaching and in-service instruction to other professional.
• Recommendations for service plan revision to prevent or minimize future crisis situations and increase the likelihood of maintaining the person in the community.
• Mentor and train Behavioral Technicians to provide the highest quality of care to our residents and assist staff with developing appropriate screening tools.
• Conduct evaluations and implement a variety of approaches in response to symptoms of mental illnesses.

Behavior Analyst Required Skills and Experience:

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, OR Licensed Practice Clinical Counselor
• Expertise in Minnesota Prohibited, Restricted and Permitted Procedures and de-escalation techniques.
• Experience and confidence in coaching, supporting, and teaching others.
• Demonstrate use of evidence-based approaches.
• Knowledge and use of DSM-V to inform practice and assessment.
• Knowledge and experience in 245D HCBS provider services and policies.

Behavior Analyst Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Training or certification in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, SFBT, DBT, EMDR, Brain Spotting, RBT, ABA, PBS, PCT, PCP.
• Knowledge and experience with trauma informed practices and experience working in home and community-based settings.

Bridges MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, protected genetic information, sex, parental status, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.