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Upstate-Caring-Partners lists this Senior Medical BCBA opportunity in city of utica, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Administrative Office | 1027
Utica, NY 13502, USA
Description
Pay $100,000 - $108,000
Make a Meaningful Impact at the Intersection of Healthcare and Behavioral Health
Are you a passionate BCBA looking for an opportunity to make a lasting difference for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)? Upstate Caring Partners is seeking a Temporary Senior Medical BCBA to play a critical role in transforming how individuals with complex behavioral and medical needs are supported across hospital, crisis, and community settings.
In this unique and highly collaborative position, you'll work alongside medical professionals, crisis teams, and community providers to ensure individuals receive compassionate, evidence-based care when they need it most. From supporting patients in emergency departments and inpatient units to developing behavior support strategies and facilitating successful transitions back into the community, your expertise will directly improve outcomes and quality of life.
Why This Role Matters
This is more than a traditional BCBA position. You will serve as a clinical leader helping bridge the gap between acute healthcare and community-based services for individuals with IDD. Your work will help:
Reduce avoidable emergency department visits and hospital readmissions
Support individuals experiencing behavioral health crises
Educate and empower healthcare professionals
Improve care coordination and treatment planning
Promote restraint-free, person-centered approaches to care
Core Responsibilities
Identify and assess individuals with IDD in emergency departments, inpatient settings, stabilization units, and mobile crisis environments.
Provide on-site behavioral consultation, crisis intervention, de-escalation support, and functional behavior assessments.
Partner with physicians, nurses, therapists, and clinical teams to develop effective behavior support plans and treatment strategies.
Deliver training and consultation to hospital and crisis staff on IDD-specific care and evidence-based behavioral interventions.
Coordinate discharge planning and ensure seamless transitions to community supports and services.
Collect and analyze behavioral data to evaluate progress and improve outcomes.
Provide supervision and mentorship for BCBAs, RBTs, and clinical staff pursuing professional development and certification.
Required Qualifications
Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
Minimum 7 years of related experience
Experience supporting individuals with IDD and complex behavioral needs
Strong communication, clinical decision-making, and collaboration skills
Valid New York State Driver's License and reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA)
Experience in healthcare, hospital, behavioral health, crisis intervention, or emergency settings
This position operates across diverse settings, including:
Hospitals and emergency departments
Psychiatric and stabilization units
Community-based and mobile crisis environments
Flexibility is important, as evening and weekend hours may be required to support patient and crisis response needs.
Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.
Direct Deposit
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Discounts
Temporary Opportunity
This is a temporary position offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking model of integrated healthcare and behavioral support. Ideal for experienced BCBAs seeking a challenging, meaningful role where they can make an immediate impact. Contract concludes June 2027.
Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org
Masters or better in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field.
Experience
Preferred
7 years:
Licenses & Certifications
Required
BCBA Cert.
Driver License
Preferred
Behavioral Analyst
Equal Opportunity Employer
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