What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) position at AUTISM DEAF EMPOWERMENT ADVOCACY FOUNDATION INC?
At Autism Deaf Empowerment Advocacy Foundation Inc., we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for individuals with autism and deafness. A key component of our mission is the role of the Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), who manages a team of Behavior Technicians (BTs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in implementing individualized treatment plans.
The BCaBA collaborates closely with our administrative team to ensure high-quality care, oversee treatment plan execution, and achieve positive patient outcomes. They embody our organization’s values in all interactions and are committed to ongoing staff training and performance coaching.
Through their dedication to professional growth, the BCaBA enhances our clinical team’s skills, reinforcing our commitment to excellence in service. Together, we strive to empower our community and help individuals reach their fullest potential.
Duties And Responsibilities
The BCaBA collaborates closely with our administrative team to ensure high-quality care, oversee treatment plan execution, and achieve positive patient outcomes. They embody our organization’s values in all interactions and are committed to ongoing staff training and performance coaching.
Through their dedication to professional growth, the BCaBA enhances our clinical team’s skills, reinforcing our commitment to excellence in service. Together, we strive to empower our community and help individuals reach their fullest potential.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Coordinate, schedule, and evaluate functional behavior assessments, behavioral evaluations, and intervention plans for a caseload of 10-15 patients.
- Meet or exceed monthly billable hour requirements based on caseload size and supervision needs.
- Supervise the implementation of programs by Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Behavior Technicians (BTs), including training, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Develop initial and ongoing treatment plans and modifications.
- Write treatment protocols and behavior support plans.
- Communicate regularly with caregivers to support treatment objectives.
- Meet with the Clinical Director to review treatment plans and address barriers to progress.
- Conduct caregiver training to enhance involvement and treatment fidelity.
- Demonstrate supervisory and leadership skills using a servant leadership model.
- Support quality assurance by collecting data and reviewing clinical notes.
- Provide supervision for BCBA candidates.
- Participate in educational initiatives and maintain BCBA certification.
- Engage actively in company culture and attend required meetings and training.
- Contribute to company projects and maintain applied skills while providing some direct service.
- Follow BACB Ethical Code and adhere to HIPAA policies and patient confidentiality.
- Maintain professional boundaries with patients and caregivers.
- Be available during regular business hours and adhere to MGA policies and procedures.
- Perform other assigned duties.
- Two years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
- At least one year of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
- Master’s degree or higher in ABA or a related field (e.g., psychology, education).
- Two years of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
- BCBA certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
- Familiarity with early intervention practices.
- Passion for behavioral science and sharing best practices.
- Desire to work with children.
- Skilled in program development, assessment implementation, and report writing.
- Commitment to continuous professional growth and learning.
- Knowledge of ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, and AFLS assessments.
- Proof of completion of 8-hour supervision training.
