ABA Assessor

Easterseals Southern California; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Southern California conducts Applied Behavior Analysis assessments to determine program eligibility, producing detailed reports. The role involves scheduling in-home and community assessments, reviewing treatment summaries with families, and ensuring timely report submissions with mileage tracking.

A BCBA and master’s level education are required, with CPR and travel up to 50%. Starting salary is $82,000 annually; the position emphasizes data-driven evaluation and confidentiality,

Qualifications

• Expertise in ABA assessment and intervention methods.
• Strong clinical, administrative and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and conducts multiple assessment appointments with families both in home and in the community.
• Reviews treatment overview with the family and submits final ABA assessment reports.
• Ensures reports are submitted on time each month and tracks mileage.
• Maintains confidentiality in documentation and HIPAA compliance.
• Keeps up to date on ABA assessment techniques through ongoing training.

Skills

ABA assessment expertise

Excellent communication skills

Confidentiality & HIPAA knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Travel ability

Education

Master’s degree in psychology/early childhood education/related field

BCBA certification

CPR certification

Job description

Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities.

Starting salary $82,000 annually.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under general direction, conducts Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Assessments using applicable tools and produces reports based on accurate data and assessment information to determine program eligibility.

Essential Function

• Schedules and conducts multiple assessment appointments with families both in home and in the community. Utilizes evidence-based ABA assessment techniques. Evaluates participants referred by the funding source for services along the parameters of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis
• Reviews treatment overview, processes, and expectations with the family. Keeps the assessment team updated regarding delays and scheduling issues. Prepares and submits final ABA assessment report using approved case specific templates
• Ensures reports are submitted on time each month. Tracks and submits mileage through existing scheduling system. Documents appointments and administrative time in NPA as directed by the assessment team. Protects participant confidentiality by purging files consistent with HIPAA guidelines
• Stays abreast of ABA assessment and evaluation techniques and tools via ongoing training
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in psychology/early childhood education/related field.
• Must possess and maintain a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• Must possess and maintain current CPR certification.

Experience

• Typically requires 3-5 years’ experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multi-disciplinary team setting or the equivalent years of training and experience to gain the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential responsibilities of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Expertise in approaches to intervention and assessment based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis; competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies.
• Excellent clinical, administrative, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and to work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.
• Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or positive titer showing immunity. A signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.
• Ability to travel locally with incumbent’s own, reliable transportation; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation, per Easterseals of Southern California and/or program requirements.

Carrying/Lifting: Frequent / 0-30 lbs.

Standing: Frequent

Sitting: Constant

Walking: Occasional

Repetitive Motion/Activity: Keyboard activity, telephone use, writing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling and twisting

Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint

Travel: Up to 50% of time

Environmental Exposure: Frequent unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (e.g., noise, yelling, dust, bodily fluids, etc.)