Clinical Assessor

Autism Learning Partners•Bethesda, MD

7d•$90,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Autism Learning Partners is hiring a Clinical Assessor to lead clinical assessments and serve as the first clinical point of contact for families beginning services. The role conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) remotely or in person according to client needs and location, selects and administers assessment tools, develops individualized treatment and behavior intervention plans, and documents level-of-care recommendations in line with clinical best practices and payer requirements. The Clinical Assessor communicates recommendations compassionately, supports families as they transition to ongoing ABA services, and coordinates clinical handoffs with Client Services, Clinical Directors, and regional leadership. The position is semi-remote, primarily providing remote support, with in-person support as needed to complete assessments. A small caseload of 5–7 clients is required. Qualified candidates must live within 50 miles of North Bethesda, Maryland. The position has a stated potential annual salary of $90,000–$100,000, based on experience, skills, tenure, and geography, and offers an attainable monthly bonus opportunity of up to $21,600 annually. Typical billable expectations are 25–30 hours per week, confirmed for the region before acceptance. The role includes completing assessment reports and supporting documentation accurately and on time in CentralReach, and entering initial programs and goals to support transition to the assigned Case Supervisor. Autism Learning Partners describes itself as a clinician-led ABA provider and offers onboarding, ongoing clinical support, and support-center assistance with functions such as intake, recruiting, payroll, HR, billing, credentialing, and scheduling.

Requirements

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Active Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) certification in Maryland, issued by the Maryland State Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists.
Live within 50 miles of North Bethesda, Maryland.
Undergo a criminal background check, TB test, and pre-employment physical exam; the employer states it will pay for these.

Responsibilities

Lead clinical assessments and serve as the first clinical point of contact for new families entering services.
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) via telehealth or in person, based on client needs and location.
Select and administer appropriate assessment tools to develop a comprehensive clinical picture.
Create individualized, function-based treatment plans and behavior intervention plans.
Determine and document level-of-care recommendations aligned with clinical best practices and payer requirements.
Communicate clinical recommendations clearly and compassionately to families.
Guide families through the assessment-to-services transition and support engagement until ongoing ABA services begin.
Collaborate with Client Services, Clinical Directors, and regional leadership to ensure smooth clinical handoffs.
Complete required assessment reports and supporting documentation accurately and on time in CentralReach.
Enter initial programs and goals to support a seamless transition to the assigned Case Supervisor.
Provide in-person support as needed to complete assessments and maintain a small caseload of 5–7 clients.

Benefits

Potential annual salary of $90,000–$100,000, based on experience, skills, tenure, and geography.
Attainable monthly bonus opportunity of up to $21,600 per year.
23 days off annually: 15 PTO days accruing from Day 1, plus holidays including one floating holiday.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance, including employer-paid short-term disability.
Health savings account.
401(k) with employer matching.
Paid holidays.
Parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee assistance program.
Study support for BCBA candidates and in-house RBT courses.
More than 60 hours of onboarding and ongoing clinical support, including monthly CEUs, an annual in-house research conference, and weekly Clinical Development office hours.
CASP provider access to more than 75 approved CEU courses.
Referral program offering up to $2,500 for Behavior Analyst referrals.
No employment contracts or non-competes; employment is fully at-will.