Autism Waiver Interventionist

ICM Inc•Fayetteville, AR

109d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Autism Waiver Interventionist will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of treatment plans for children with autism. This role involves developing and updating Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs), training therapists and parents on intervention strategies and data collection, and monitoring the effectiveness of ABA-based interventions. The Interventionist will also communicate with various stakeholders, including therapists, parents, and supervisors, and ensure that interventions are evidence-based. A key aspect of the role is providing ongoing education to families and staff, responding to concerns, and making necessary modifications to treatment plans and assessments. The position requires a flexible schedule and reliability.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology, Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, or Special Education OR Must hold a certificate from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA).
Experience in ABA Therapy.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience developing/providing intensive intervention or overseeing the intensive intervention program for children with autism.
Flexible Schedule
Reliable

Responsibilities

Update the ABLLS-R as needed.
Develop and update the treatment plan, if applicable.
Train the lead and Line Therapist(s) and parent(s)/guardian(s) in the implementation of the ITP and data collection.
Communicate with the lead and Line Therapist(s), APC, and parent(s)/guardian(s).
Oversee the implementation of the ITP, ensuring it is based on evidence-based intervention strategies.
Monitor effectiveness of interventions.
Document time worked in the AAP Online Database.
Visit the home approximately every other week.
Work no more than 90 hours during the client’s plan of care year.
Oversee the implementation of evidence-based intervention strategies by the Lead and Line Therapists and the client’s family.
Ensure ongoing education of family members and key staff on strategies used in ABA that should be implemented in the treatment plan.
Respond to concerns of family members and key staff regarding the treatment plan.
Provide on-site monitoring of treatment effectiveness and implementation fidelity.
Provide modification of the treatment plan and assessment information as necessary.
Update ABLLS-R quarterly as well as Individual Treatment Plan.