What are the responsibilities and job description for the BCBA/BCaBA – In-Person Assessment Clinician (Virginia) position at Bright Achievements?
About Bright Achievements
Bright Achievements is a leading provider of in-home ABA services, committed to delivering high-quality and individualized support to clients across Virginia. We are seeking BCBAs or BCaBAs to conduct in-person assessments and provide ongoing client support throughout the state. This role is ideal for clinicians who enjoy hands-on clinical work, autonomy, and meaningful client interaction.
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive initial assessments and provide clinically sound recommendations for treatment dosage within a virtual, focused-care ABA therapy model.
- Perform in-person observations in the client’s natural environment, including general behavioral observations, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), direct assessments, and caregiver interviews.
- Develop high-quality initial treatment plans and review them collaboratively with families and the assigned BCBA to ensure clarity, alignment, and continuity of care.
- Complete all clinical documentation in accordance with Bright Achievements policies and established professional standards, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.
- Communicate directly with families to coordinate and schedule in-person initial assessments and required virtual follow-up appointments.
- Support skill acquisition and behavior reduction plans by monitoring progress and adjusting programming as needed.
- Deliver parent/caregiver training in alignment with authorization requirements.
- Maintain organized, accurate electronic data and documentation using Rethink Behavioral Health.
Additional Role Expectations
- Initial Assessments: Conducting in-person initial assessments.
- Case Coverage: The candidate must be available to manage a small coverage caseload (1–3 clients) until a permanent BCBA is assigned. This includes setting up the EHR system, initiating parent training and supervision for new technicians, and covering for other BCBAs’ medical or maternity leave.
- Availability: Candidates must have some evening availability to assist with case coverage and initial assessment scheduling.
Required Skills & Qualities
- Willingness to travel for in-person assessments across Virginia
- Reliable transportation
- Strong ability to build positive, supportive relationships with clients and families
- Commitment to culturally responsive ABA practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple assessment assignments
- Ability to maintain up to one direct client caseload
Qualifications
- Active BCBA or BCaBA certification in the United States
- Master’s degree (BCBA) or Bachelor’s degree (BCaBA)
- Experience conducting initial and re-assessments within the state of Virginia
- 1 years of ABA experience preferred
- 8-Hour Supervision Certificate preferred but not required
Job Type
Part-Time
In-person assessments across Virginia with future full-time capability
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Free CEU events
- BCBA & RBT referral bonus program
- Healthcare (Full-Time Only)
- Flexible PTO & floating holidays (Full-Time Only)
- Employee discount program
- BCBA quarterly bonus program (Full-Time Only — can significantly increase base salary)
Position Highlights
- Clinician-Owned & Operated
- Fieldwork Trainee Mentorship Program
- Internal growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative culture