Internal: Clinician Apprentice

Internal Job Posting: Clinician Apprentice

Department: Hope Reach
Location: Available in multiple locations
Position Type: Full-Time (Monday–Friday, within clinic service hours)

Advance Your Career with Project Hope Foundation!
We are excited to offer a career advancement opportunity for our dedicated team members. The Clinician Apprentice position is designed for individuals ready to take the next step toward becoming a certified behavior analyst. As a member of our Hope Reach program, you will work under the supervision of a qualified behavior analyst, gaining hands-on experience and completing supervised fieldwork hours necessary for certification.

Key Responsibilities

As a Clinician Apprentice, you will support behavior analysts by:

• Program Development: Assisting in designing skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs, including researching literature, formulating client goals, and creating program materials.
• Client Monitoring: Interpreting client data to assess progress and adjusting programs as needed, such as recommending staff training or revising client targets.
• Staff and Caregiver Support: Providing training, answering RBT questions, facilitating team meetings, and responding to caregiver emails.
• Assessments and Documentation: Assisting with assessments (e.g., VB-MAPP, EFL, functional assessments) and summarizing results.
• Direct Intervention: Delivering 1:1 therapy protocols for up to 10 hours per week while accumulating unrestricted fieldwork hours.
• Supervision Coordination: Preparing and attending weekly meetings with your supervising behavior analyst and group supervision sessions.
• Fieldwork Tracking: Recording and verifying experience hours using BACB trackers, adhering to Project Hope Foundation guidelines.
• Competency Development: Progressing through PHF’s Experience Checklist, achieving competency in at least 70% of items while being exposed to 90%.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for this position, applicants must:

• Have completed 800 restricted supervision hours with a minimum of 80% completion on the restricted task list.
• Be actively enrolled in graduate-level Applied Behavior Analysis coursework, maintaining at least a grade B.
• Hold a current role as a Behavior Specialist Technician or Lead Technician at Project Hope Foundation.
• Have valid CPR/First Aid Certification (or commit to obtaining it through PHF).
• Pass a clear criminal background check and TB test.
• Possess a positive attitude and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

What We Offer

We are committed to supporting your growth and success by providing:

• Professional Development: A structured pathway to meet fieldwork and certification requirements, with mentorship from qualified behavior analysts.
• Competitive Compensation: Based on your experience and role requirements.
• Comprehensive Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • 401(k) plan participation.

Why Choose Project Hope Foundation?

As the leading nonprofit provider of ABA services in Upstate South Carolina, we offer:

• A culture of compassion and collaboration, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Access to diverse client populations and evidence-based practices, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience.
• Opportunities to advance your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with autism and their families.

How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to advance your career, please submit your application! Be sure to include a brief statement highlighting your qualifications and commitment to this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Project Hope Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or veteran status, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.