Applied Behavioural Analyst

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City seeks a Lead Behavioral Technician to provide direct client care in 1:1 and group ABA settings. You will implement instruction, collect data, and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team to support individualized treatment plans.

The role requires a Master's in ABA/related field, BCBA/BCaBA certification, and DOH licensing eligibility, with at least 2 years post-qualification experience. Maintain safety, confidentiality, and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in ABA or related field.
• BCBA/BCaBA certification preferred.
• DOH Licensing as ABA required or eligible.
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings using ABA protocols.
• Follow prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Write behavior support plans and conduct functional assessments; communicate with teachers, parents, families, and caregivers.
• Maintain client confidentiality and safe, organized work environment.
• Collaborate with treatment team including parents, caregivers, and co-workers to support client progress.
• Attend trainings and ensure compliance with safety and quality control programs.

Skills

Direct client care

Data collection

Communication with caregivers

Team collaboration

Policy compliance

Education

Master's degree in ABA, Psychology, Special Education, or related field

BCBA/BCaBA certification

DOH Licensing as ABA

Job description

• Provide direct client care in 1 1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements
• Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols
• Collect record and summarize data on observable client behavior
• Writing behavior support plans collecting data and conducting functional assessments communicating with teachers parents family members and caregivers working with clients one-on-one or in a group in a home or center setting Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with client s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst BCBA
• Utilize safe amp appropriate handing procedures when working with clients
• Maintain client confidentiality
• Maintain a clean safe and organized work and therapy environment
• Assume Lead Behavioral Technician responsibilities in their absence
• Collaborate with treatment team including client parents and caregivers outside professionals Lead Behavioral Technician ABA Interns and co-workers
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings
• Ensuring compliance with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable Ensuring compliance with applicable precautions for environmental safety infection control using a series of interventions that minimize or prevent cross infection Maintaining and assisting in enforcing the strictest confidence in relation to patient information whether formally or informally recorded Complying and ensuring that those directly supervised comply with occupational health and safety at work policies and procedures Assisting in the planning and developing policies that guide the service implementation process Practicing within the expressed limits of established policies and procedures Ensuring that SOP standard operation procedures and Quality Assurance tests are maintained within all sections
• Education Participating in training and education sessions for department staff doctors and nurses teaching induction peer review case studies and clinical presentations Participating in department programs committees various hospital committees and staff meetings Ensuring appropriate internal and external sharing of information based on governing policies and procedures Maintaining professional knowledge by attending lectures seminars or on-line education units Completing and maintaining all regulatory requirements including licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames Ensuring all members of the department receive adequate clinical supervision as required for their professional and technical development

Qualification: Master's degree in ABA, Psychology, Special Education, or related field. BCBA, BCaBA, or equivalent certification is often preferred. Existing or qualified for DOH Licensing as ABA

Special Certificate: Minimum 2 years of experience post qualification in related field