Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Nexus Health Systems · Houston, TX Full Time

Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Nexus Children's Hospital – Houston Houston, Texas Join a Team Where Behavioral and Medical Care Come Together Nexus Children's Hospital – Houston is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our multidisciplinary team. Our hospital specializes in caring for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), complex behavioral needs, and co-occurring medical conditions. As a BCBA, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions that promote meaningful outcomes for patients and families. You will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and caregivers to create individualized treatment plans that support each child's growth, safety, and quality of life. Why Nexus Children's Hospital – Houston? Specialized pediatric inpatient setting serving children with autism and developmental disabilities Collaborative interdisciplinary treatment model Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children with complex behavioral and medical needs Supportive leadership team committed to clinical excellence Mission-driven organization focused on improving lives and restoring hope Position Summary The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides behavior analytic services to pediatric patients with a variety of neurodevelopmental, behavioral, and medical diagnoses. This role emphasizes clinical excellence, family-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and data-driven treatment planning to support optimal patient outcomes. Essential Responsibilities Clinical Excellence Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and skill-based assessments. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Utilize evidence-based behavioral interventions consistent with BACB standards and best practices. Analyze behavioral data and modify treatment plans based on measurable outcomes. Integrate developmental, behavioral, and medical considerations into treatment planning. Create and maintain behavioral treatment goals within interdisciplinary treatment plans. Apply trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches to care. Maintain current knowledge of emerging research and advancements in behavior analysis. Supervise, mentor, and train Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and behavioral support staff. Interdisciplinary Collaboration Work closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and other clinical team members. Participate in treatment team meetings and care planning discussions. Collaborate with families and caregivers to support successful transitions and continuity of care. Provide consultation regarding behavioral strategies across clinical settings. Family Support & Advocacy Foster a compassionate, family-centered approach to treatment. Educate caregivers on behavioral interventions and treatment strategies. Develop family training plans that promote generalization of skills and suc

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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr

Houston Median $23,442/yr

Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr

vs. National Median -34.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.