Behavior Analyst: Professionals who solve behavior-related issues in
different environments.
Responsibilities:
• Function in a supervisory capacity and provide oversight to all
areas of programming including the training of direct support
professionals, person centered strategies consultants (if
applicable) and DSP trainers.
• Assist in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training in
Applied Behavior Analysis, using both discrete trial training and
natural environment training models of teaching.
• Facilitate and assist in the development and identification of
resources and support information for clients and their families.
• Provide model teaching and other direct instructional supports
including, but not limited to, practicum supervision/teaching,
class instruction and in-service instruction to other support
professionals.
• Assist in the development and implementation of assessment
tools, to conduct functional assessments and analyses when
appropriate, and to develop appropriate behavior strategies to
teach appropriate behavior and reduce maladaptive behaviors.
• Provide ongoing support and training to direct support
professionals, ABA implementers, and other individuals in
support roles for their families.
As a behavior analyst, you have to figure out why your clients
behaves a certain way in different environments which is exploring
the problem as stated in chapter 7. Intervention strategies are also
used when creating treatment plans for the clients and their families.
Resources:
https://behaviorinterventionservices.com/wp-
content/uploads/2018/06/BCBA-position-6.5.18.pdf
