What are the responsibilities and job description for the BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst) position at Spark Center for Autism?
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The Spark Center for Autism is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for children diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities through early, effective, collaborative intervention.
We are looking for a caring, compassionate and fun-loving person to join our diverse team of incredible therapists! Being a BCaBA with the Spark Center is perfect for someone who loves working in a supportive team environment, has good time management, and loves to play! If you are someone who is dedicated to high quality care and interested in making a difference in the lives of our kiddos, apply to join our team today!
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assist BCBAs with caseload management, including developing treatment goals, protocols, and data collection procedures
- Oversee and carry a small caseload, with the supervision and oversight of a BCBA
- Oversee and implement initial training of behavior technicians, and provide supervision for RBTs, per BACB requirements
- Run a variety of social skills groups and caregiver training programs and workshops
- Conduct behavioral and skills assessments, with guidance from BCBAs, including VBMAPP, ABLLS, PEAK, Functional assessments and analyses
- Assist BCBAs with protocol modifications and caregiver training
- Provide direct therapy services as a floater, and other billable services when applicable
- Assist BCBAs and supervisors with reports, including assessments, treatment plans, progress reports, and quarterly reports
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an ABAI-Accredited program
- Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst in good standing - the BCaBA credential is required for this position (QBHPs or individuals pursuing their BCBA certification without already being a BCaBA will not be considered)
- Licensed (or able to become licensed) as an assistant behavior analyst in the State of Michigan
- Three years of experience in providing early intervention services for young children with autism
- Pass a criminal background check
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with other professionals (e.g., Speech language pathologists, occupational therapists) and work under the supervision of a team of BCBAs
- Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with a variety of skills assessments (e.g., VBMAPP, ABLLS, Peak assessments, etc.)
- Experience training and overseeing RBTs
Benefits:
- Work for a BCBA-owned company
- Paid time off and paid holidays*
- Opportunity for quarterly bonuses based on ongoing performance evaluations
- Health, dental and vision benefits, with optional HSA*
- Short Term Disability*
- Retirement plan with up to a 3% company match (after 6 months of employment)
- Annual reimbursement for continuing education
- Monthly phone stipend
- Continuing supervision with a team of BCBAs
- Work/Life balance (no nights or weekends)
- Professional liability insurance
- Opportunity for practicum experience to meet BCBA requirements, if applicable
- A chance to work with amazing kids!
*waiting period applies
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000