Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Position Summary
The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is responsible for conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, supervising clinical staff, and ensuring high-quality ABA services are delivered to clients and their families. The BCBA works closely with the Clinical Director of Services and plays a key role in supporting client progress, staff development, and clinical excellence.
Reports To: Clinical Director of Services / Senior Clinical Director of Services
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and other relevant clinical evaluations.
- Administer and interpret verbal behavior assessments, including VB-MAPP and ABLLS-R.
- Develop, implement, and oversee individualized behavior intervention plans and treatment programs.
- Monitor client progress and make data-driven modifications to treatment plans as needed.
- Ensure all clinical recommendations align with BACB ethical standards and best practices.
Clinical Supervision & Staff Development
- Provide ongoing supervision, coaching, and training to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs).
- Conduct competency assessments and performance feedback for direct-care staff.
- Ensure treatment integrity through regular observation and supervision sessions.
- Support professional development and clinical growth of team members.
Family Collaboration
- Conduct parent and caregiver training sessions.
- Provide regular updates regarding client progress and treatment recommendations.
- Collaborate with families to ensure consistency of interventions across environments.
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete all assessments, treatment plans, progress reports, and clinical documentation within required deadlines.
- Ensure service notes and clinical records are accurate, complete, and compliant with payer and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, BACB, and organizational standards.
- Report emergencies, incidents, and crisis situations immediately to leadership.
Leadership & Team Support
- Collaborate with the Clinical Director of Services regarding client care and clinical operations.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and organizational initiatives.
- Assist with projects and requests assigned by clinical leadership.
- Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Required Qualifications
- Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
- Ability to maintain BCBA certification in good standing.
- Strong knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and methodologies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Professionalism, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills.
Performance Expectations
BCBAs are evaluated based on the following performance areas:
Company-Wide Performance Standards
- Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Quality of Work
- Productivity and Efficiency
- Reliability and Dependability
- Communication Skills
- Professional Work Relationships
- Safety and Compliance
Position-Specific Performance Standards
- Completion of assessments and treatment plans.
- Effective implementation and oversight of verbal behavior programming.
- Consistent and accurate data collection and analysis.
- Attendance and participation in required trainings and meetings.
- Quality of parent training and family communication.
- Timely completion of service notes and clinical documentation.
- Clinical support and mentorship provided to RBTs.
- Adherence to documentation deadlines.
- Responsiveness during emergencies and crisis situations.
- Overall contribution to client outcomes and team success.
Performance Review Schedule
Performance evaluations are conducted every six months during the first year of employment and annually thereafter.