Description
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks a qualified contractor to provide Board‑Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) staffing for seven STAR crisis‑stabilization residential homes across California. The contractor will supply temporary, licensed BCBA professionals to fill vacancies, substitute for absent staff, and support ongoing behavioral health services on a cost‑reimbursement basis. The contract is for an initial two‑year term (Dec 1 2026 – Nov 30 2028) with one optional one‑year renewal, covering up to 2,500 BCBA service hours per year.
• Provide in‑person BCBA services (≥ 95 % of hours) at seven designated STAR homes, with limited virtual support allowed.
• Deliver comprehensive behavioral assessments, individualized support plans, ABA services, supervision of RBTs, and participation in interdisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, state civil‑rights statutes, and DDS contracting requirements, including insurance, background clearances, and detailed monthly reporting.
• Submit a cost proposal with a single flat hourly rate; the lowest total cost receives the full cost‑score component.
• Must meet extensive experience and qualification thresholds (≥ 5 years staffing recruitment, ≥ 3 years BCBA experience with I/DD populations, and verified BCBA certification).