Behavior Analyst

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

- Monroe Community Mental Health Authority is a community based mental health service organization dedicated to consumers living in Monroe County. We provide individual health services for people with any type of behavioral health concerns such as substance abuse, emotional issues, and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

- Our mission is to enrich lives and promote wellness. We live out that mission by being an inviting resource that offers in-house, referral, and emergency services, as well as support within the community for those in need.

BENEFITS

- Bi-weekly pay

- Vacation, sick, and personal time

- Four medical plans to choose from, eligible first day of hire

- Dental

- Vision

- Aflac

- Disability and life insurance provided by the Agency, optional buy-ups

- 401a Money Purchase Pension Plan, 401a Defined Contribution, and 457 Deferred Compensation retirement plans

- YMCA corporate discount

DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY:

The Behavior Analyst provides specialized behavioral assessment, treatment planning, caregiver/staff training, and ongoing monitoring for children and adults diagnosed with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED), and/or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) who exhibit challenging behaviors that pose health/safety risks or significantly impact quality of life.

This role delivers evidence‑based behavioral interventions, develops individualized behavior treatment plans, ensures generalization of adaptive skills across home and community settings, and provides consultative support to internal clinical teams. The Behavior Analyst also develops, trains, and monitors restrictive or intrusive interventions and completes all required procedures for Monroe CMHAs Behavior Treatment Committee (BTC).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Behavioral Assessment & Treatment Planning

- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), functional analyses, direct observations, preference assessments, and adaptive behavior evaluations.

- Identify behavioral function and establish baseline metrics.

- Develop individualized behavior treatment plans using person‑centered and culturally competent practices.

- Ensure treatment outcomes generalize across home, school, and community settings.

Caregiver & Staff Training

- Provide high‑quality training to caregivers, guardians, foster parents, CLS staff, and AFC personnel.

- Deliver weekly, biweekly, or monthly coaching visits based on medical necessity and client progress.

- Provide consultative support to internal clinical teams.

Restrictive/Intrusive Intervention Oversight

- Develop, train, and monitor restrictive or intrusive interventions when clinically indicated.

- Complete all BTC procedures, including report submission, meeting attendance, and case consultation requests.

Team Collaboration & Coordination

- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, psychiatrists, teachers, and other professionals.

- Attend treatment team meetings, IEPs, and educational planning sessions.

- Work cooperatively and courteously with internal staff and external providers.

Documentation & Compliance

- Maintain accurate clinical notes, data systems, and reports in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.

- Maintain competence with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards (Medicare, Medicaid, MDHHS, Joint Commission).

- Follow all MCMHA and CMHPSM policies and procedures.

Professional Responsibilities

- Maintain licensure/credentialing and required continuing education.

- Complete minimum annual training hours (24 hours specific to consumer population served).

- Follow oral and written directions and complete tasks by assigned deadlines.

- Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and adherence to organizational norms.

- Serve as a team player within the Authority structure.

Qualifications

Education

- Masters degree in Psychology or closely related field from an accredited institution.

- Coursework aligned with Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB) requirements preferred.

Licensure & Certification

- Possession of, or eligibility for, Michigan licensure as TLLP or LLP; OR

- Current certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) meeting all state licensing standards.

Training & Compliance Requirements

- Maintain annual child‑specific training hours (Child Diagnostic & Treatment Professional, when applicable).

- Maintain all continuing education required for licensure and certification.

- Maintain competency with diagnostic testing and assessment tools.

- Complete all mandatory CMHPSM/MCMHA trainings (Recipient Rights, HIPAA, Communicable Disease, Cultural Competency, etc.).

Experience

- Minimum 1–2 years of professional experience in behavioral health using evidence‑based and applied behavior analytic techniques.

- Strong preference for experience serving individuals with I/DD or SMI who present with severe or challenging behaviors.

- Prior experience developing and presenting behavior treatment plans through a Behavior Treatment Committee (BTC) strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

- Frequent lifting/carrying up to 15 pounds.

- Frequent standing/walking; ability to navigate stairs in community settings.

- Ability to hear and communicate effectively in person and by phone.

OTHER JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

- Ability to work in a complex, detail‑oriented, deadline‑driven organization.

- Strong analytical, observational, and problem‑solving skills.

- Ability to deliver evidence‑based interventions and maintain fidelity.

- Ability to train caregivers and staff effectively.

- Ability to read, analyze, interpret information, and write reports.

- Ability to influence others and conduct treatment.

- Proficiency in MS Outlook, MS Office, EMR systems, and other required applications.

- Ability to define and solve practical problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

- Ability to maintain consumer records and conduct assessments.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

- No criminal history precluding employment under federal/state regulations.

- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel for community‑based work.

- Valid drivers license, automobile insurance, and insurable driving record.

- MCMHA is a drug-free workplace.