The Assistant Behavior Analyst is primarily responsible for conducting functional behavior assessments and developing behavior plans based on these assessments under the supervision of a certified BCBA. The BCaBA is to ensure the effective implementation of all treatment plans and programming for their clients on their caseload as described by the fundamental responsibilities listed below.

• Adheres to professional and legal requirements and the principles of behavior analysis and demonstrates sound professional judgment at all times.
• Collaborates with teachers, staff, and all service providers as necessary to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs direct and indirect assessments to identify the function of student’s behaviors.
• Develops a treatment plan (including a behavior support plan) based on the functions of the behavior and treatment methodologies that are evidence-based.
• Attends all relevant meetings for clients, including treatment team meetings, IEPs (as allowed/needed), and staffing. Adequately demonstrates their abilities to work effectively as a part of a team.
• Collects data before and during the implementation of the plan so that the plan’s efficacy can be assessed and data-based decisions can be made.
• Provides direct instruction/ongoing supervision, training, and support to staff members.
• Upon receiving information from BCBA, BCaBA will initiate support and services with students in a timely manner.
• Maintains scheduled meetings with the BCBA to maintain supervision standards and exceptional service delivery.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented treatment plan and modify the plan as necessary. Manages caseload and prepares and submits all required documentation on time. This includes assessments, treatment plans/BSPs, insurance updates as required, at least monthly analysis of the data, and updating the plans as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested/assigned.

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

• Must have a VA BCaBA license

• Have completed 1300 supervised fieldwork hours or 1,000 concentrated supervised fieldwork hours

• Receive a degree from an ABAI-I accredited bachelor’s program and complete the fieldwork or complete an undergraduate degree, behavior-analytic coursework, and the required fieldwork

• Must take and pass the BCaBA licensing examination and then

• Must apply for a VA BCaBA license after passing the exam

• Adheres to professional and legal requirements and the principles of behavior analysis and demonstrates sound professional judgment at all times.
• Collaborates with teachers, staff, and all service providers as necessary to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs direct and indirect assessments to identify the function of student’s behaviors.
• Develops a treatment plan (including a behavior support plan) based on the functions of the behavior and treatment methodologies that are evidence-based.
• Attends all relevant meetings for clients, including treatment team meetings, IEP (as allowed/needed), and staffing. Adequately demonstrates their abilities to work effectively as a part of a team.
• Collects data before and during the implementation of the plan so that the plan’s efficacy can be assessed and data-based decisions can be made.
• Provides direct instruction/ongoing supervision, training, and support to staff members.
• Upon receiving information from BCBA, BCaBA will initiate support and services with students in a timely manner.
• Maintains scheduled meetings with the BCBA to maintain supervision standards and exceptional service delivery.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented treatment plan and modify the plan as necessary. Manages caseload and prepares and submits all required documentation on time. This includes assessments, treatment plans/BSPs, insurance updates as required, at least monthly analysis of the data, and updating the plans as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested/assigned.

• None 

• Reliable transportation necessary
• Travel within the City of Lynchburg as needed