Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Job Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Reports To: Clinical Director

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is responsible for

addressing the behavioral and functional needs of clients through individual and group therapy

sessions. The BCBA plays a key role in developing and implementing behavior intervention

plans and supervising other behavioral staff. They also act as a liaison between assigned

program areas to ensure comprehensive and effective client care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The BCBA must be able to perform the following duties and responsibilities without

posing a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or

others:

• Provide group, individual, and family therapy sessions for a variety of clients in clinic and

community settings.

• Help create a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for all employees and

clients.

• Formulate and document client diagnoses in accordance with DSM-5 TR criteria.

• Conduct intake interviews and behavioral assessments to determine appropriate levels

of care and service needs.

• Develop and update treatment plans utilizing person-centered, evidence-based

interventions and goals that are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic,

and Time-bound).

• Maintain accurate client records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with

accreditation, regulatory, and agency requirements.

• Obtain prior authorizations for services as required by the caseload.

• Complete progress notes for each session/client within 48 hours to maintain timely

documentation.

• Identify case management needs and make appropriate referrals for services outside of

behavior analysis when necessary.

• Participate in staff meetings, quality assurance meetings, and utilization reviews to

ensure continuous improvement in service delivery.

• Maintain all necessary licensure, training, and Continuing Education Unit (CEU)

requirements.

• Schedule, cancel, or reschedule client visits as needed to meet the clinical demands of

the caseload.

• Communicate and collaborate with other healthcare providers in the agency regarding

patient care.

• Perform routine office tasks as needed, such as vacuuming, dusting, taking out the

trash, and maintaining bathroom cleanliness, as directed by the Practice Administrator.

• Supervise and support Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Behavioral

Technicians (BTs) according to the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.

• Supervise BCBA fieldwork students, following the standards outlined in the Ethics Code

for Behavior Analysts.

• Deliver 1:1 direct therapy sessions (97153) for adaptive behavior treatment by protocol,

when necessary.

• Provide adaptive behavior treatment with protocol modifications (97155) as outlined in

the client’s Plan of Care.

• Deliver family adaptive behavior treatment guidance (97156) in accordance with

recommended hours in the client’s Plan of Care.

• Conduct standardized and skills-based behavioral assessments to inform treatment

planning.

• Complete RBT initial competency assessments and renewal competency assessments

as required.

Licensure: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in the

state of Kentucky, either independently or under supervision.

Skills:

• Ability to work effectively with others in a collaborative team setting.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Other Requirements:

• Valid Kentucky driver’s license.

• Acceptable background check.

• Drug screen clearance.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• BCBA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lexington, KY 40503 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lexington, KY 40503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $82,000