Travel Behavioral Health Jobs

As of Monday, September 16th 2024, Vivian has 15 listings for local contract Behavioral Health jobs. These jobs pay $62 per hour on average, and up to $91 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Take a look at Vivian's Travel Behavioral Health Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Board-certified behavioral analysts are school services healthcare professionals who specialize in providing advanced behavioral analysis services to PreK through 12th-grade students with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, and challenging social, emotional control, or behavioral issues. BCBAs serve an important function in school services as experts who use various techniques and treatments to help counter detrimental behaviors and drive positive outcomes.

BCBAs work with school children of all ages with varying behavioral issues. Besides working with the children directly, they also consult with teachers to help them understand how to help counter detrimental behaviors. BCBAs utilize numerous techniques to achieve desired outcomes. Although specific tasks can vary based on their area(s) of focus, some BCBA duties span the entire field and may include:

BCBAs may specialize in working with clients impacted by autism, mental health issues, developmental disabilities, or specific behavioral issues. Their specialization(s) may partially dictate where they work. BCBAs can work for hospitals, clinics, community centers, and nonprofits, among others. However, BCBAs employed through school services work in schools and individual classrooms. They may work in a single school or travel across an entire school district and work in multiple educational institutions. In some cases, BCBAs work with individuals at their residences.

Good BCBAs excel in both technical and interpersonal skills. To be successful, they have excellent analytical, reasoning, and communication skills. These skills include verbal and nonverbal communication on their part and active listening and observational skills to catch verbal and nonverbal cues from their clients. The ability to immerse themselves in their clients’ lives is a vital skill of effective BCBAs. Compassion and empathy are also essential traits and patience and perseverance are paramount in helping their clients achieve lasting change.

Becoming a board-certified behavioral analyst currently requires a graduate degree in applied behavior analysis from a program accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International. However, beginning January 1, 2022, a master’s degree in any concentration may qualify candidates to pursue certification if they complete additional coursework outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. 

Board certified behavioral analysts may hold Basic Life Support (BLS) or Board Certified Behavioral Analyst - Doctoral Designation (BCBA-D), among others.

Some healthcare employers may prefer board certified behavioral analyst job candidates with Board Certified Behavioral Analyst - Doctoral Designation (BCBA-D) or Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), and some may even require specific professional certifications.

Having a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst - Doctoral Designation (BCBA-D) validates your knowledge and skills as a board certified behavioral analyst and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

Having a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) validates your knowledge and skills as a board certified behavioral analyst and your dedication to continuing your education in your chosen field. All of which makes you a more desirable job candidate to healthcare employers.

Board certified behavioral analyst may need a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA-BACB) to improve their chance of getting hired or further their careers. Certain degrees may even be required before entering the field.