BCBA

JOB SUMMARY:

Northwest Autism Center is a state and federally approved nonprofit organization committed to the provision of services and supports to those with autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities.  Our organization understands the benefit of an interdisciplinary approach in providing prescribed treatment services to children and youth with complex needs, and is committed to meeting families where they are at in caring for their child.  NAC is a member of CASP (Council for Autism Service Providers) and is currently working to renew its nationally approved BHCOE (Behavioral Health Center of Excellence) certification.  

This position offers an excellent opportunity to participate in the development and implementation of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) programming in multiple settings.  Principles of ABA serve as the foundation for training and implementation of current research-based practices and strategies to meet the needs of each client in community, clinical, home and educational settings.  

The BCBA/LBA will have excellent assessment, program development, intervention, organizational skills and experience in the treatment/care/education of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other developmental disabilities.  Mature interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills are essential in order to work effectively with colleagues, schools, staff, ancillary service providers, parents and caregivers in programming that is both comprehensive and family-centered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primarily provide ABA programming, consultation, training and direct services under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Supervise Licensed Assistant Behavior Analysts (LABAs) and Behavior Technicians (BTs) to ensure the training, treatment plans and strategies are delivered with validity and reliability.
• Develop treatment plans for clients that describe the need of treatment, the goals and objectives of skills the client/family will acquire during the treatment, and outlines what treatment and data analysis strategies will be utilized in instruction and monitoring of progress.
• Review records of the client, interview the client and client's family (if available), make direct observation and assessments of client, and determine the appropriate path of treatment for the client.
• Monitor data and make programmatic changes to treatment plans as the LBA deems necessary
• Directly supervise (in person or via telemedicine) a minimum of 5% of the BT's time with clients and client's families.

ADDITIONAL RESPONIBILTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Participate in daily and weekly program review opportunities with other LBA’s and/or the Clinical Supervisor;
• Conduct assessments and evaluations, write instructional treatment plans, and provide ongoing plan updates and reports based on data as required within established timeframes;
• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments/Analysis, write behavior support plans, and provide ongoing plan updates and reports based on data as required within established timeframes;
• Provide direct treatment to individuals and small groups of clients in clinic, home and/or community settings;
• Provide supervision hours for Assistant BAs (BCaBA/LABA), BCBA candidates, and BTs (RBT/CBT).
• Perform administrative duties required for organizational operations, including review and approval of staff timesheets, rendering of services, charting, updating information on tracking systems (waitlist, emergency drills, student hours, etc.), and timely follow-up on treatment plans and enrollments;
• Create, manage and archive client files in medical billing system;
• Collaborate with internal staff, families, and clients, to provide the best treatment and support for clients;
• Work with Clinical Supervisor to provide training and supervision of staff and university students;
• Effectively communicate with families, other service providers, staff, university students and community members;
• Design, collect, graph, analyze and report individual and programmatic data;
• Complete session charge slips in medical billing system within established timeframes;
• Collect and report organizational data within established timeframes (i.e. supervisee training hours for university students, emergency drills, problems with insurance, and waitlist information);
• Establish and implement practices to promote the care, safety and health of each client across all program environments;
• Participate in and/or supervise caregiver training via in-person or telehealth;
• Respond to feedback and suggestions from leadership;
• Assist in research, grants, writing and presentations, as needed;
• Participate in activities/events to support the growth and development of Northwest Autism Center;
• Coordinate with families, staff and other team members to ensure program consistency;
• Provide coordination of care with community services and providers, as appropriate;
• Work with stakeholders in the community regarding NAC contracts for consultation, training, and direct service work (i.e. with DDCS Developmental Disabilities Community Services, Spokane Public Schools, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned.