Pediatric ABA Assistant Behavior Analyst

VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment•Charlottesville, VA

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About The Position

The Pediatric ABA Assistant Behavior Analyst, under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst (BCBA), provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a clinic setting. In addition to direct service, the primary responsibilities of the Pediatric ABA Assistant Behavior Analyst include the identification of skill deficits and problem behaviors, development of clear treatment objectives, training behavior technicians, and caregivers on treatment protocols, and providing written progress reports and reauthorizations as per funding source requirements. Additional duties may include performing functional behavioral assessments, functional analyses, and the development of intervention strategies for individuals with challenging behaviors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, human services, or a related field
Board Certification as an Assistant Behavior Analyst or Behavior Analyst
Virginia state licensure as an Assistant Behavior Analyst, Behavior Analyst, or eligibility to apply for licensure
At least two years’ experience serving individuals with ASDs with a full range of skills and abilities
Strong knowledge and deep understanding of behavior analytic therapies; experience delivering these services
Experience conducting a range of clinical assessments
Experience with staff training
Must be proficient with DTT, ABA Program/Goal Development, ABA Behavior Reduction and Skills Acquisition Procedures, and Staff Training
Must have excellent writing and communication skills, be highly organized with the ability to multi-task
Must be able to work well as part of a team
Maintains billable caseload as assigned
The ability to move independently throughout a wide range of environments, some of which may not be accessible for individuals with mobility issues, is required.
Independent transportation to locations that may not be served by public transportation may be necessary.

Responsibilities

Administers, conducts, evaluates, and supervises the implementation of behavioral assessment measures (e.g., VB-MAPP, Vineland) and functional assessment measures under the supervision of a behavior analyst
Develops individualized goals and objectives for center-based programs and designs behavior support plans based on functional assessment data under the supervision of a behavior analyst
Ensures appropriate behavioral data systems are implemented such that quantifiable behavioral data is collected at regular intervals to allow for the continual evaluation of behavior plans and the achievement of individual goals and objectives under the supervision of a behavior analyst
Teaches Pediatric ABA Behavior Technicians on the proper implementation of educational and clinical behavior programs and plans, data collection systems, and all necessary monitoring and reporting systems under the supervision of a behavior analyst
Conducts regular caregiver and/or teacher training and consultation under the supervision of a behavior analyst
Is responsible for ongoing individual program oversight and conducting weekly supervision meetings with Pediatric ABA Behavior Technicians under the supervision of a behavior analyst
Meets regularly with the Director of Pediatric ABA Services and notifies her/him immediately of issues impacting client’s progress and satisfaction
Completes all necessary documentation in a timely and satisfactory manner as requested by the Director of Pediatric ABA Services
Maintains billable caseload and documents billable hours according to VIA policy and state and federal regulation
Develops written reports documenting behavioral recommendations for parents, caregivers and agency personnel in a timely and accurate manner
Actively communicates the VIA’s outreach efforts to community
Responds to referrals for service in a timely and appropriate manner
Participates in professional meetings or conferences deemed to be beneficial to VIA’s development
Adheres to the mission, vision, and values of VIA