CAREERS
BCaBA
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Like RBTs, our Board Certified assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBA) typically work on a part-time basis to teach communication, academic and other pertinent developmental skills to children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), specifically utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Additionally, BCaBAs will train and supervise the work of RBTs, train parents and caretakers on the ABA techniques relevant to their child’s program, help devise skill acquisition and behavior reduction treatment plans for children with developmental delays, and provide continuous amendments to existing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
All duties are to be completed under the direct supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and extensive training and supervision will be provided in order to ensure competence. All positions require travel as we are strictly provide ABA therapy services in the child’s natural environment.
All candidates must have reliable transportation and must be available for a minimum of 2 days per week (Mon-Fri) and for a minimum of 3 consecutive hours each work day.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Active BCaBA certification
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Outstanding social skills
- Excellent observational and analytical skills
- Candidates must be patient, flexible, energetic, self-motivated, creative and must work well in a team environment
- CPR and First Aid training course certifications
- Pass Level II criminal background check
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
- Candidates who are bilingual or ASL-proficient
PAY RATE:
- Varies between $30-$35 per hour depending on experience and education
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide intensive one-on-one behavior therapy to children with autism
- Implement behavior acquisition and behavior reduction protocols as outlined in ABA treatment plan
- Conduct stimulus preference assessments
- Collect data
- Maintain client's program book
- Create & develop teaching materials
- Provide basic care to the clients (e.g., toileting, eating, dressing, etc.)
- Discuss client's daily progress with parents / caretakers
- Work with BCBA to implement individualized goals and checklists
- Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
- Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients
- Maintain technical and professional knowledge with continuing education
- Behavioral / Developmental Intakes & Assessments
- Functional Assessments
- Train & supervise the work of RBTs
- Train parents / caretakers on the use of ABA techniques in the natural environment
- Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) supervision & revision
- Graphing, charting, table and other visual data displays
- Descriptive statistics
- Behavior Report writing
- Telehealth service delivery as needed
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
- Candidates who are bilingual or ASL-proficient
