Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

This is a direct service position that works one-on-one with children who have special needs. BCBAs focus on increasing communication, social, and verbal behavior skills, as well as decreasing problem behavior using the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

This position reports to the Clinical and Administrative leaders at the clinic. This is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Essential Daily Duties: These duties should be able to be completed with or without reasonable ADA accommodations.

• Preparing for client session including reviewing previous notes/documents.
• Run skill acquisition programs (including Discrete Trial Instruction and Natural Environment Teaching) and teach a variety of skills using ABA principles/
• Observe and track behaviors using a variety of data collection methods.
• Follow individualized behavior plans, including intervening on problem behavior as outlined in beneficiary’s plan.
• Complete end of session tasks not limited to, rendering time worked, completing ABA session documentation.
• Learn and use assistive technology and other specialized equipment.
• Attend and participate in clinic/company meetings, trainings, case reviews, etc.
• Assist with parent trainings by modeling ABA techniques.

Other Duties

• Opportunity to attend and participate in community events on weeknights and weekends
• Completing team chores

Required Education and Experience BCBA Certification; state licensure if required by state law.

Work Environment This job operates in a professional, clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers/tablets, phones, and photocopiers.

Travel Services are primarily provided in a clinic-based setting; however, occasional local travel may be required.

Physical Demands This is largely an active role. This would require the ability to bend, sit, stand, lift, walk, and diaper a child throughout the day. Lifting range is 5-20 lbs. but may exceed 20 lbs. in some cases.

Pay is commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Business hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Work schedules may vary depending on location.

Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have a supervisory role.
*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge of: Computer basics; Microsoft Office; Applied Behavior Analysis; Master's Degree; BCBA Certification

Ability to:

• Follow ethical standards as set forth by the BACB
• Exhibit patience when working with clients who have special needs and problem behavior
• Maintain records and documentation in accordance with ABA funding sources
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA standards
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and leadership both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and other professionals

Skills

• Thoroughness
• Attention to Detail
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Initiative
• Critical thinking

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