Assessment BCBA

West Lafayette, IN

Full Time

Mid Level

The Assessment BCBA takes the lead role in conducting initial assessments for new patients seeking ABA services and developing the initial treatment plan to begin ABA therapy. The Assessment BCBA will work closely with the Intake Team to coordinate enrollment, ensuring the patient and their caregivers have a positive experience transitioning into ABA services. The Assessment BCBA position is a part of the Psychological Services department, therefore the Assessment BCBA will also work closely with the Vice President of Psychological Services and Psychological Services Director to assist in the provision of social skills groups, sibling groups, and other relevant services as part of the department.

About Us

LittleStar ABA Therapy is a truly unique and special place for individuals and families affected by autism. Our Indiana applied behavior analysis centers are staffed and operated by a team of kind, welcoming professionals who are among the most experienced in providing ABA therapy for children, teens, and young adults. We have been providing ABA Therapy for over 20-years!
Why Work as a Clinical BCBA at LittleStar?

We are a non-profit organization, so we always focus on what is best for the individuals we serve
We are an established and innovative ABA provider
Highly competitive pay, starting at $77k
Monthly performance bonuses
Up to 50 CEUs annually
Annual stipend for professional development
A friendly and relaxed atmosphere
Healthy work-life balance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program eligibility

GREAT BENEFITS

15 days of paid time off for first year of employment and an additional day for each subsequent year of employment
9 paid holidays
Three options for medical and two options for dental (50% paid by LittleStar), vision (100% paid by LittleStar)
401k with up to 4% company match

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate with the intake team to schedule initial assessments with potential patients
Conduct initial assessments with potential new patients (become proficient in a variety of assessments – VBMAPP, EFL, AFLS, PEAK)
Write the initial treatment plan for a patient’s first 6-month authorization based on information gathered in the initial assessment
Review the completed treatment plan with the patient’s caregivers
Be available to answer clinical questions and service provision questions from new patient’s caregivers
Review service agreement and all therapy expectations with the new patient’s caregivers
Conduct re-evaluations for patients already enrolled in ABA at their home center when requested
Coordinate the first day of therapy with the Clinical Director
Completes and submits required documentation and ITPs in a timely manner
Conducts social skills groups and sibling groups at their home center as needed

The following Clinical BCBA duties will be performed:

Creates and supervises implementation of new programs
Creates individualized behavior support plan with support from Clinical Apprentice
Monitors implementation of behavior support plan and provides feedback as necessary
Conducts functional assessments and analyses
Captures and contrives opportunities to teach staff and patients in the natural environment and teaches others to do the same
Attends and participates in parent team meetings, technician meetings, trainings and other meetings as needed
Provides information about programming to parents
Attends IEP meetings as needed for the progress of the patient’s therapy goals
Participates in research and presentation opportunities at local and national conferences
Works collaboratively with other members of patient’s treatment team and family
Communicates with Clinical Apprentice, Technicians, Training Director, and Clinical Director regarding all developments, problems, or concerns as needed
Offers feedback on staff performance reviews
Assists with new staff training
Assists with scheduling technicians as needed

The following essential duties will be performed in the performance of assessment and ABA services:

Billing expectations are 6 hours per day (30 per week, 120 per month – exception for months that have additional business days; in those cases, expectations adjust accordingly to 126, 132, or 138 hours per month)
Provide appropriate supervision to RBTs and CAs assigned to patients on their caseload
Completes and submits required documentation in a timely manner
Provides and maintains an environment free of emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Reports any incidents or suspicions to Vice President of Psychological Services, Psychological Services Director and/or Clinical Director, as appropriate
Responds appropriately to feedback
Keeps patients safe at all times
Acts as a positive role model for all staff, families and patients working with LS
Works to positively impact team spirit and overall morale
Maintains client, family and employee confidentiality per LS policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule Regulations.
Promotes a positive company culture with open communication, respect, and teamwork
Adheres to all LS policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned by the Psychological Services Director, Vice President of Psychological Services, Chief Operations Officer, or Chief Executive Officer
- Reasonable accommodation may be made for those who are not able to perform the essential duties of the job.

Educational Qualifications and Skills:

Master’s Degree in ABA or related field
Board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA)
Experience with behavior guideline development and programming for patients with autism
Strong attention to detail for data collection and report writing
Positive team player and energetic professional
Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Good judgment and creative thinking skills
Ability to communicate appropriately given the circumstances of the situation and individuals involved
Discretion in matters that need to remain private
Ability to train others (parents, staff) in basic principles of ABA, curriculum, programs, etc.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to effectively utilize practice management software

Supervisory Responsibility

This position supervises the Technicians and CAs working with their caseload of patients. This position is responsible for appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment

Position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office and audiovisual equipment. This position is not eligible for telecommuting.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations can be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required to other LittleStar centers; primary job duties will be completed at home center

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