BCBA Intern MA

Title: BCaBA
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor and SUpervising BCBA
GENERAL FUNCTION
 

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

In this position, the BCaBA will provide behavior analytic consultation as she works to refine their applied and conceptual repertoires related to the science of behavior analysis in general and Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior specifically. The BCaBA will provide treatment plan modification under the supervision of the BCBA,  parent training, and treatment planning duties and may provide a combination of direct one-to-one instruction. All duties and responsibilities will be under the direction of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Services Responsibilities (up to 17 direct service hours per week)

• Carry out the treatment and behavior plans developed by the BCBA based on initial and ongoing assessments.
• Meet with BCBA on a regular basis to review duties and responsibilities.
• Receive ongoing supervision from the BCBA and implement feedback and recommendations.
• Teach clients developmentally appropriate functional skills and manage challenging behavior as determined through the client’s individualized treatment and/or behavior intervention plans
• Work with individual client or groups of clients within the Natural Environment.
• Responsible for daily upkeep of program materials for designated clients according to guidelines as set forth by BCBA.  This includes: data collection, probing, graphing, updating program book(s) and session agenda folder, replenishing daily materials needed for assigned students, organizing and cleaning assigned clients work area.
• Provide the most appropriate and developmentally individualized learning environment for each client of the clinic.
• Interact with parents, guardians and other professionals as needed regarding individual treatment plans and progress meeting information.
• Protect and ensure the health and safety of every child.
• Address any problem that may occur.
• Assist clients with health and hygiene practices.
• Work within their scope of competence

Supervision Responsibilities

• Assist BCBA in conducting initial assessments including FBAs, VB-MAPPs, EFLs, Social Skills Checklists, etc. developing assessment reports regarding assessment outcomes and developing treatment and behavior intervention plans
• Assist in the development of treatment and behavior intervention plans with measurable objective goals with baseline and mastery criteria for all goals
• Assist in updating treatment and behavior intervention plans regular and ongoing basis to ensure continued client progress
• Ensure that any and all decision to implement teaching procedures, interventions, etc. are conducted within all ethical standards
• Monitoring progress and making data-based decisions in a timely manner to ensure progress or efforts to obtain progress are ongoing
• Review client progress with parents during brief meeting (e.g., 15-20 minutes) every 8-12 weeks
• Maintain client records, document client progress, and ensure the confidentiality of information pertaining to each client
• Assist in initial and ongoing training activities and ensuring that clinic services meet established standards
• Model effective teaching procedures for staff on a regular basis and when new programs or procedures are implemented
• Assist in conducting appropriate competencies on direct service providers according to the performance review guidelines, giving clear and objective feedback and planning for remediation when necessary
• Maintain supervision notes and documentation in client files that meet the insurance provider guidelines and company policies
• Maintain accurate records regarding RBT supervision
• Conduct appropriate competencies on direct service providers according to the performance review guidelines, giving clear and objective feedback and planning for remediation when necessary
• Provide direct and concise feedback to parents and staff to ensure all teaching procedures are being understood and executed properly.
• Identify areas of concerns or questions regarding clients, staff, schedules, etc. to discuss during supervision meetings with Clinical Supervisor and Supervising BCBA
• Be readily accessible to (either in person or via phone) to staff for any concerns or questions during sessions.
• Ensure compliance with risk management and crisis management protocols.

Other Responsibilities

• Represent yourself and the clinic in a professional and courteous manner.
• Adhere to and maintain the integrity of the All Points Licensed Behavior Analysts’ values
• Protect and ensure the health and safety of every client
• Adhere to approved company policies, procedures and philosophies, most critically HIPAA, FEBCRPA, and confidentiality requirements.
• Must complete the 8-Hour Supervision Training Required by the BACB and receive 3 CEUs per certification cycle to remain in good standing.
• Act in accordance with the All Points policies and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Code of Ethics.
• Ensure compliance with risk management and crisis management protocols.

SKILLS

• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Knowledge Skinner’s Analysis of Verbal Behavior.
• Successful experience as a teacher or other special education-related related position
• Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills in group settings
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in written form, with staff, parents, and other professionals.
• Diplomacy
• Negotiations
• Organization
• Planning
• Professionalism
• Project Management
• Math Aptitude
• Time Management
• Ability to lift 30 LBS

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO PROVIDING SERVICE                                                            

• Enrolled in a Master’s Degree from an accredited University Preferred
• Behavior Analysis Board Certification Required for BCaBA
• License as a Certified Behavior Analysts Assistant in state of residence
• CPR/BLS Certification

Additional Training

• All new BCaBAs must complete the All Points Licensed Behavior Analysts New Hire Training Program prior to beginning to provide services
• Must complete relevant HIPAA and OSHA training
• CPR/BLS Certification – preferred
• 8-Hour BACB Supervision Training and 3 Supervision CEUs per certification cycle required to provide Supervision

Experience

• Documented evidence of strong background in the application of behavioral principles with clients with autism.
• Documentation of effective consultation skills related to the assessment, development and implementation of programs for children with autism.
• Documentation of training or coursework on Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior
• At least 2 years working in the field of behavior analysis

Other

• All new employees are subject to background checks and must be cleared before working with clients
• Must have reliable form of transportation and current insurances

Compensation & Benefits

• $55,000 per year
• 1 hour of paid time off for every 30 hours of work completed
• 1-week paid vacation time in addition to the paid vacation when company closed
• Partially-company funded medical insurance
• BCaBA Supervision
• BCBA Supervision and experience hours toward board certification
• Opportunities for career advancement

Salary : $55,000