Licensed Behavior Specialist

Behavior Consultant/Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA)

Job Title: BC/BCaBA

Department/Function: ABA Individual Services

Reports to: Clinical Director

FLSA Classification: Full Time/Exempt

Location: Home, School, Community, Office

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, hours will fluctuate based on workload and client schedule. With potential to work Saturday.

The BC/BCaBA reports directly to the Clinical Director of ABA Services.

Summary/Objective 

BC/BCaBA is responsible for supervising and monitoring the comprehensive/focused behavioral intervention services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental delays in communication skills, social skills, adaptive living skills, toleration skills, self-regulation skills, behavior reduction, and fine motor/gross motor. The BC/BCaBA is ultimately responsible for supervision of ABA services to the children and families, as well as accurate record keeping of case notes and excellent communication. The BC/BCaBA maintains a weekly billable caseload of service hours as directed by the Clinical Director of ABA Services.

The Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) is an undergraduate-level certification in behavior analysis. Professionals certified at the BCaBA level provide behavior-analytic services under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Professionals certified at the BCaBA level may not provide behavior-analytic services without the supervision of a BCBA. BCaBAs may supervise the work of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). They may also function in the role of an RBT.

Essential Job Duties:

● Provide supervision to behavior technicians/RBTs. Supervision includes observing, modeling, coaching, taking data, providing feedback and making recommendations in accordance with the BACB guidelines

● Work collaboratively with building staff to promote positive client behavior by providing professional development that targets research, strategies and modeling of instructional practices to support staff in their implementation of positive support.

● Conduct competencies on each behavior technician/RBT within the first 30 days of working with the client and monthly thereafter.

● Conduct regular parent training sessions with parents/caregivers/guardians on specific goals and taking appropriate data

● Engage parents in the process of participating in creating behavior programs for clients in order to empower parents by providing them with skills and techniques to support the positive behavior development of their child.

● Develop materials and provide resources for and provide professional development to administrators, educators, paraprofessionals and parents/guardians.

● Attend IEP, eligibility, or other meetings as necessary and provide related behavioral information.

● Conduct assessments and reassessments including skills assessments and FBA in accordance with insurance policies and regulations

● Conducts functional behavior assessments, accurately identifying the function of challenging behavior and socially valid, pivotal behaviors to target.

● Develops treatment plans that recommend individualized, evidence-based behavioral strategies in a format accessible to staff, family members, other professionals.

● Conduct treatment planning sessions to monitor progress, analyze data, research evidence-based procedures and other appropriate activities

● Coordinate care with primary care physicians, other professionals at least one time per authorization

● Uphold the company mission and core values at all times

● Provide treatment that is in accordance with BACB’s guidelines, policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines set forth by Heart & Soul ABA PLLC

● Maintain a professional relationship with clients and providers

● Attend and participate in meetings and professional development activities specified by Heart & Soul ABA PLLC

● Complete session notes in accordance with insurance guidelines

● Submit all paperwork by deadlines as specified by Heart & Soul ABA PLLC

● Manage own schedule and caseload

● Maintain the confidentiality of information including client records (HIPAA laws), personnel information and other relevant issues

● Communication regularly with Clinical Director regarding client’s progress, provider progress, and pertinent issues

● Perform other duties as requested.

Additional Job Duties:

· Experience with implementing functional behavior assessments with children with autism.

· Strong clinical background in administering verbal behavior assessments.

· Conducting language, play, and skill-based assessments.

· Designing, implementing, and/or training others using individualized language, play, and skill-based curricula.

· Supervising in-home 1:1 programs for individuals with autism.

· Collecting, graphing, analyzing, displaying and discussing data based progress.

· Knowledge of the principles and practice of Applied Behavior Analysis which includes:

• General behavioral assessment.
• Strong Ethical Standards.

· Knowledge of the behavioral impact of developmental disabilities, as well as the cognitive, educational, vocational and social challenges encountered by persons with developmental disabilities.

· Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks/goals for self and others.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.

· Effective and creative negotiator and problem solver.

· A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet PA’s driving requirements

· Dependable method of transportation

Minimum Qualifications:

● Individuals who provide ABA services through assistant behavior consultation—ABA services shall meet one of the following:

o Have the qualifications for licensure as a Behavior Specialist under 49 Pa. Code § 18.524 (relating to criteria for licensure as Behavior Specialist) except the experience required under section 18.524(c)

o Have a certification as a BC/BCaBA or other undergraduate-level certification in behavior analysis that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute and a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, education or related field from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or an equivalent degree from a foreign college or university that has been evaluated by the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. The Department will accept a general equivalency report from the listed evaluator agencies to verify a foreign degree or its equivalency.

o Have a minimum of 6 months of experience in providing ABA services and a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, education or related field and a minimum of 12 credits in ABA from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the equivalent from a foreign college or university that has been evaluated by the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. The Department will accept a general equivalency report from the listed evaluator agencies to verify a foreign degree or its equivalency.

● By July 1, 2020, individuals who provide ABA services through BHT-ABA services shall meet one of the following:

o Have a certification as a BCaBA

o Have a certification as an RBT

o Have a certification as a BCAT.

● Have a behavior analysis certification from an organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute.

● Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma and have completed a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List as evidenced by a certification that includes the name of the responsible trainer, who is certified as a BCBA or BCaBA.

● Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in providing ABA services and a minimum of 40 hours of training related to ABA approved by the Department or provided by a continuing education provider approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

● BACB® Certified

● State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Licensing

Required Education and Experience:

· A bachelor's degree and educational coursework completed in the areas of marriage and family therapy, child development, special education, psychology, or related field.

· Active BCaBA Certification

· Demonstrate a thorough understanding of DTT, PECS, PRT, and other ABA strategies.

Oversight and evaluation of the effects of behavioral service delivery knowledge, skills and abilities:

Technical:

■ Able to work with technology systems (tablets, laptops, etc.)

■ Able to utilize program management system (Theralytics)

○ Interpersonal:

■ The candidate must exhibit excellent communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with staff, families, and professionals.

■ Must be able to model and implement behavior strategies to support staff and clients struggling with behavior.

■ Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people.

■ Must have strong organizational skills.

■ Must be able to maintain positive relationships with staff, clients, and parents.

Travel

This position requires up to 50% travel.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

● Criminal State Clearance

● FBI Clearance

● Child Abuse Clearance

● Driving Record

Upon completion of the 90-day introductory period, benefits may include:

● PTO/Sick time

● Health Insurance

● Professional Development

● Flexible schedule

● Competitive pay

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.

AAP/EEO Statement

Heart & Soul ABA PLLC does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, creed, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, or number of dependents. As part of the Heart & Soul ABA PLLC team, no provider or employee shall aid, coerce, or conspire to cause a termination or resignation of another employee because of illegal discriminatory factors.

Heart & Soul ABA PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Please note that Heart & Soul ABA PLLC reserves the right to modify or eliminate benefits without notice.

This offer of employment is contingent upon verification of the background information you provided in your application and the completion of a background investigation.

Your employment with Heart & Soul ABA PLLC will not begin until the verification and background investigation processes are complete. This job description is not an employment contract.

Employment with Heart & Soul ABA PLLC is at-will, and can be terminated by either party at will, at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Hybrid work
• In-home
• Office
• School
• Telehealth

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Allison Park, PA 15101