Community ABA Behavior Consultant (BC-ABA)

Public Health Management Corporation•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Behavior Consultant (BC-ABA) provides Applied Behavior Analysis services to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in home, school, and community settings. Services support skill acquisition and behavior reduction in clients’ natural environments. The consultant develops individualized treatment plans with families and monitors progress toward goals. The BC-ABA completes skill assessments and functional behavior assessments, oversees treatment plan implementation, and provides supervision and consultation to BHT-ABAs and other stakeholders involved in planning, designing, and implementing treatment plans.

Requirements

Must hold Pennsylvania licensure as a behavior specialist (LBS), professional counselor (LPC), marriage and family therapist (LMFT), clinical social worker (LCSW), social worker (LSW), psychologist, certified registered nurse practitioner, or another professional credential authorizing oversight of ABA services.
Must meet at least one of the following: at least one year of full-time experience providing ABA services under the supervision of a BCBA or equivalent graduate-level certified professional and 40 hours of approved ABA training; BCaBA certification or equivalent accredited undergraduate-level certification in behavior analysis; or at least one year of full-time ABA services experience and 12 college credits in ABA.
Strong Applied Behavior Analysis skills.
Demonstrated ability to write Positive Behavior Support plans and conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs).
Strong data collection skills.
Ability to use a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Knowledge and understanding of CASSP Principles.
Understanding of child and family development.
Crisis intervention and management skills.
Knowledge of DSM-5.
Basic understanding of common psychotropic medications.
Experience working with diverse populations.
Ability to adapt and change activities quickly.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) and database management.
Training in behavior analysis/modification: at least 90 hours of coursework before hire, followed by 32 hours of BACB-approved CEUs in a two-year period.
Complete Bureau of Autism Services (BAS) Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) training before hire or within 60 days of the start date.

Nice To Haves

One year of verified post-master’s experience in direct care of individuals with autism.
One year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with all team members.
Develop developmentally appropriate, strengths-based behavior/treatment plans and crisis plans with the child, family, BCBA, and team.
Conduct assessments for incoming and existing service participants in conjunction with the BCBA and treatment team.
Develop appropriate behavioral data collection systems with the BCBA to collect quantifiable data regularly and support ongoing treatment plan evaluation and progress toward individual goals and objectives.
Graph clinical data on active treatment goals to monitor progress and identify needed programming changes.
Use clinical outcome measures and individualized data to monitor progress, update treatment plan interventions, and develop discharge and aftercare plans with the BCBA.
Supervise assigned BHT-ABAs in implementing ABA programs in accordance with CBH ABA Performance Standards.
Attend interagency meetings to coordinate treatment plan design and service recommendations.
Complete required documentation thoroughly and accurately.
Participate in identifying discharge planning goals for children and families.
Travel to educational and home environments to provide services in clients’ environments.
Ensure compliance with PHMC and CFA policies and procedures, including confidentiality and mandated reporting.
Provide clinical information to the evaluating psychologist or psychiatrist as required or requested.
Attend and participate in meetings, training programs, and supervision required by PHMC/CFA and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).