The Assessment BCBA takes the lead role in conducting initial assessments for new patients seeking ABA services and developing the initial treatment plan to begin ABA therapy. The Assessment BCBA will work closely with the Intake Team to coordinate enrollment, ensuring the patient and their caregivers have a positive experience transitioning into ABA services. The Assessment BCBA position is a part of the Psychological Services department, therefore the Assessment BCBA will also work closely with the Vice President of Psychological Services and Psychological Services Director to assist in the provision of social skills groups, sibling groups, and other relevant services as part of the department.

About Us

LittleStar ABA Therapy is a truly unique and special place for individuals and families affected by autism. Our Indiana applied behavior analysis centers are staffed and operated by a team of kind, welcoming professionals who are among the most experienced in providing ABA therapy for children, teens, and young adults. We have been providing ABA Therapy for over 20-years!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Salary starting at $65k
• Coordinate with the intake team to schedule initial assessments with potential patients
• Travel to required centers to conduct initial assessments with potential new patients (become proficient in a variety of assessments – VBMAPP, EFL, AFLS, PEAK)
• Write the initial treatment plan for a patient’s first 6-month authorization based on information gathered in the initial assessment
• Review the completed treatment plan with the patient’s caregivers
• Billing expectations are 5 hours per day (25 per week, 100 per month – exception for months that have additional business days; in those cases, expectations adjust accordingly)
• Be available to answer clinical questions and service provision questions from new patient’s caregivers
• Review service agreement and all therapy expectations with the new patient’s caregivers
• Coordinate the first day of therapy with the Clinical Director and Clinical BCBA
• Responds appropriately to feedback
• Completes and submits required documentation and ITPs in a timely manner
• Conducts social skills groups and sibling groups across the organization as needed
• Acts as a positive role model for all staff, families and patients working with LS
• Works to positively impact team spirit and overall morale
• Maintains client confidentiality per LS policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Regulations
• Adheres to all LS policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Psychological Services Director, Vice President of Psychological Services, Chief Clinical Officer, or Chief Executive Officer Educational

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s Degree in ABA or related field
• Board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA)
• Experience with behavior guideline development and programming for patients with autism 
• Strong attention to detail for data collection and report writing
• Positive team player and energetic professional
• Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Good judgment and creative thinking skills
• Ability to communicate appropriately given the circumstances of the situation and individuals involved
• Discretion in matters that need to remain private
• Ability to train others (parents, staff) in basic principles of ABA, curriculum, programs, etc
•  Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Condition of Employment 

• Must successfully pass the initial and updated criminal history, background, and record checks, which includes driving history checks.
• Must provide proof of automobile insurance with a minimum of $100,000 combined in property and medical liability prior to and during employment.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as provided by LittleStar, where physical distance cannot be attained, as needed.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory functions.
Work Environment
Position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office and audiovisual equipment. Remote work is supported 1-2 days per week per the LIttleStar Telecommuting Policy.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations can be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request. Travel Frequent travel will be required to LittleStar centers across the state
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. © 2002-2024 LittleStar Center, Inc. All rights reserved.

Mission

To inspire, serve, and guide all those touched by autism to achieve a better reality.

Vision

To be the trusted, innovative, compassionate partner creating new possibilities for individuals touched by autism across their lifespan.

Core Values

Real Care, Real Advocacy, and Real Progress.