Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Description

STARTING SALARY: $75,000-$90,000

• Blue Care Network Medical, Delta Dental & Vision insurance
• IRA matching at 3%
• Life & Disability insurance
• Aflac Insurance
• $500 continuing education stipend
• $30 monthly phone stipend
• Performance based bonuses & raises
• 9 Paid holidays
• 3 weeks of PTO, prorated after 3 months, additional PTO after 2 years
• Mileage reimbursement
• Company technology
• SIGN ON BONUS

POSITION TITLE: LICENSED BEHAVIOR ANALYST (BCBA, LBA-MI)

DEPARTMENT: CLINICAL SERVICES

REPORTS TO: AREA MANAGER

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION

Licensed Behavior Analysts are responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating behavioral health treatment services for individuals diagnosed with autism. This includes using a variety of behavioral and skill assessments to develop meaningful treatment programs that decrease barriers to learning, increase opportunities for growth and positively impact the quality of life of the individuals served. In addition to clinical service delivery, the LBA will provide training and supervision for behavioral technicians and collaborate with external and internal treatment team members.

Essential components of the position are listed below and may change with professional and organizational needs, at the discretion of ABA INSIGHT. This job description describes essential job functions but is not an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and various skills assessments
• Design and develop individualized behavior programs
• Ensure adherence to company therapeutic standards of excellence
• Develop electronic data collection measures for all levels of treatment programs
• Monitor client progress, complete data decision analysis, update/revise treatment plan
• Provide caregiver education and support (essential component of therapy)
• Maintain consistent, reliable schedule with clients
• Provide appropriate amount and scope of case supervision, facilitating desired clinical outcomes
• Provide timely responses to the needs of families in a supportive, therapeutic manner
• Maintain regular and effective communication with all stakeholders
• Ensures that all stakeholders including families, paraprofessionals, caregivers and funding sources are satisfied with services, including problem-solving and resolution of concerns, timely reporting issues, and follow up on identified resolutions

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist in building the team via behavior technician interviews and training
• Assist with scheduling of clients as needed
• Provide direct line therapy services to client as needed
• Assist behavior technicians with daily needs of clients
• Attend company required trainings and meetings, maintain continued education, certification(s) and license(s)
• Assist with company projects as needed, including development of materials

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Thorough understanding of ABA and proven clinical skills as evidenced by case study activity
• Self-disciplined with the ability to schedule and attend client appointments and clinical team meetings with consistency, reliability and punctuality
• Professional verbal communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Fluent clinical writing skills for client documentation, internal and external communication
• Efficient use of time and organizational skills to meet required deadlines
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to supervise and lead that creates meaningful interpersonal relationships with team
• A collaborative attitude aligned with and supportive of the company’s mission and culture

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree with BCBA Certification
• At least one (1) year experience completing comprehensive assessments and behavior support plans, with preference given to individuals with previous Intellectual Developmental Disability (IDD) and/or autism experience
• Must pass a criminal background check, Recipient Rights background check and others as required
• Must complete additional training after employment including but not limited to company in-services and required funding source trainings
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting and standing) for extended periods of time
• Must be willing to sit on the floor for extended periods of time
• Must be willing to work in various environments to perform therapy such as home, schools, centers and community settings
• Must be willing to drive within a 30-60-mile radius as needed for treatment of clients in the home, community and school settings
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance required
• Must have reliable access to email and phone contact

PREFERRED EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• Completed Fieldwork Supervisor training hours
• Knowledge of and training in PFA/SBT protocol(s)
• Knowledge of and training in Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ABA INSIGHT provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.??ABA INSIGHT expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of ABA INSIGHT employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.