Atlantic Job Opportunities

We are searching for behavioral health technicians who want a job with a unique organization, adults who want a job working with at-risk youth, Education Technicians (Ed Techs) searching for a job with meaning, board certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) interested in a job working with at-risk youth and with manageable caseloads, and special education teachers interested in a job that can actually make a difference.

The jobs with Atlantic Academy are in the service of helping troubled youth leave their troubled past and move towards behavioral, social, emotional, and academic success.

Why A BCBA or SpEd Teacher Should Work at Atlantic Academy?

Atlantic Academy is hiring for Ed Techs in Camden +

We are currently seeking full and part-time Ed. Tech II & IIIs to help students with special needs achieve treatment progress and learn meaningful life skills for the purpose of successful integration into mainstream settings. The right candidate for these positions will be:

  1. Invested in learning evidence-based approaches for students with both emotional-behavioral disorders.
  2. Interested in working closely within a team atmosphere.
  3. Amenable to ongoing positive support & supervision.
  4. Capable of physically engaging our students in leisure and play activities, and able to use physical management procedures during behavioral escalations.

Staff at Atlantic Academy will receive professional development opportunities in innovative practices and approaches in both applied behavior analysis, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, behavioral medicine, and education. Staff is encouraged to advance professionally in the fields of applied behavior analysis, social work, psychology and/or education through advancement and supervision opportunities.

Qualifications:

Must have 60 college credits for Ed Tech. II position. Must have 90 college credits for Ed Tech III position & must hold or is eligible for State of Maine Ed Tech III certification. A CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) done by the Department of Education. Behavior Health Professional Certification a plus, however training for BHP Certification will be provided to Ed Tech IIIs, if not already BHP Certified.

Benefits:

Very competitive starting wage($18 - $21 per hour for Ed Tech. IIs, $20-$26 per hour for Ed Tech IIIs, commensurate with experience and education). Sign-on bonus, PTO, health insurance, retirement, and clinical supervision towards BCaBA/BCBA for employees averaging 35+ hours/week.

Please send inquiries, cover letter and resume, copy of certification and CHRC, transcripts and three professional references/letters of recommendation to
[edonovan@atbehavior.com]
10 Knowlton St
Camden, ME 04843-1517

Atlantic Behavior Services is hiring for Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Assistant BA Consultants +

We are looking for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) or BCaBA experienced in delivering top-notch services in schools and home settings. The right candidate must have excellent interpersonal and writing skills, be adept at cultivating and maintaining positive and productive relationships with a variety of stakeholder, handle adversity in a professional and solution-based manner, and be dedicated to delivering evidence-based programming. Excellent organizational and time management skills are a must.

Job duties include:

  • Conducting functional behavior assessments, functional analyses, and language-based assessments.
  • Determining scope of services with special education directors, school administration, teachers, and families.
  • Developing pragmatic interventions, protocols, and comprehensive behavior programming.
  • Training staff on behavior reduction, skill-acquisition, crisis intervention procedures, and systems of support.
  • Supervising programs.
  • Responding to, and mitigating, treatment barriers in a professional and productive manner.
  • Providing feedback to staff regarding implementation of behaviorally-based procedures and strategies.
  • Supervising BCaBAs in carrying out behavior programming.
  • Developing and presenting assessment and consultation reports.
  • Collecting data, writing reports, and documenting barriers to treatment.
  • As needed development of tracking sheets, visual schedules, token boards, and other materials and systems that may be necessary.
  • Maintaining appropriate boundaries with staff and clients and adhering to the BACB Guidelines for Responsible Conduct.
  • Supervising programs.
  • Responding to, and mitigating, treatment barriers in a professional and productive manner.
  • Providing feedback to staff regarding implementation of behaviorally-based procedures and strategies.
  • Supervising BCaBAs in carrying out behavior programming.
  • Developing and presenting assessment and consultation reports.
  • Collecting data, writing reports, and documenting barriers to treatment.
  • As needed development of tracking sheets, visual schedules, token boards, and other materials and systems that may be necessary.
  • Maintaining appropriate boundaries with staff and clients and adhering to the BACB Guidelines for Responsible Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Currently certified as a BCBA or BCaBA
  • Approval to work in Maine public schools (by passing a background check).
  • Experience conducting and writing assessment reports.
  • Experience developing and supervising behavior programs, protocols, and intensive teaching strategies to students with autism and related disorders, and students identified with emotional disturbance.
  • Experience taking data.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in schools and knowledge of IEPs and federal special education laws.
  • Experience with dangerous behaviors.

Part-time and full-time positions are available.

Benefits and Compensations

  • Mileage to and from worksite.
  • $40-70 per hour depending on experience.
  • Quarterly performance reviews and performance-based incentives.
  • Work for a rapidly growing organization dedicated to expanding services to the under-served.

We are looking for a team member interested in long-term employment and in helping a growing organization work at its best, most efficient level. References will be required.

If you think you fit these qualifications, please submit a cover letter and resume to [mail@atbehavior.com][1]