Ambulatory Patient Access Representative - Float

nationwidechildrens; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Ohio seeks a supervisor and practitioner to design and oversee ABA services for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. The role includes training the treatment team, caregivers, and providers, and coordinating care across settings.

The position requires a Master's degree, BCBA and COBA within 30 days, and Marcus Crisis Prevention training within 60 days. Strong communication and supervision skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology or related field required.
• BCBA certification due within 30 days of hire.
• COBA certification due within 30 days of hire.
• Marcus Crisis Prevention Program safety training within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct clinical care to clients and caregivers using evidence-based procedures.
• Designs ABA intervention plans and teaches procedures to clients and families.
• Assists in submitting prior authorizations and treatment plans.
• Supervises BCBA candidates and RBTs with documented supervision.
• Conducts parent training and liaises with schools and other providers.
• Participates in trainings, peer reviews, and community outreach.
• Maintains client confidentiality and professional relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication and Interpers

Experience with autism spectrum

Clinical supervision experience

Functional behavior assessments

Education

Master's Degree in psychology, behavior analysis, special education, speech, or related field

BCBA certification within 30 days of hire

COBA certification within 30 days of hire

Marcus Crisis Prevention Program safety training within 60 days

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview:

Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children's Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines. (Create Job Requisition Event)

Job Description Summary:

Designs and oversees the applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for patients diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities. Provides supervision and training for the treatment team, caregivers, and providers on the strategies to assist clients in gaining skills and independence. Conducts parent training services, provides behavioral consultation and school consultation services, and coordinates care.

Essential Functions:

• Provides direct clinical care to clients and caregivers, using evidenced-based, behavior analytic treatment procedures, structured assessments, and developmentally appropriate norms.
• Designs the applied behavior analysis intervention services for each client by assessing needs, developing goals, designing teaching procedures, addressing biopsychosocial barriers to treatment, and using culturally mindful practices, under the supervision of supervising Psychologist.
• Assists in submitting prior authorizations, behavioral assessments, and behavior analytic treatment plans.
• Provides supervision to BCBA Candidates and Registered Behavior Technicians and ensures documentation of supervision is completed. Trains staff to implement designated teaching procedures for each client.
• Conducts parent training according to parents' priorities and address the questions and concerns of parents. Serves as liaison between the CASD and the client's other service providers or school district personnel.
• Conducts and attends in-service trainings, peer review, other intra-agency, supervisory activities and assists with community outreach events and trainings.
• Protects child's right to confidentiality and maintains appropriate relationships with the client, family, and other professionals.

Education Requirement:

Master's Degree in psychology, behavior analysis, special education, speech, or a related field, required.

Licensure Requirement:

Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children's Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications:

• Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) within 30 days of hire, required.
• Certification as a Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA) within 30 days of hire, required.
• Certification in Marcus Crisis Prevention Program safety training and other safety protocols within 60 days of employment.

Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, families, peers and community representatives. Ability to provide and manage behavioral health services for children, adolescents and families. Proficiency with MS Office.

Experience:

• Two years of experience specializing in the care and management of autism spectrum disorders, required.
• One year of experience as a Behavior Analyst, Case Supervisor, Senior Registered Behavior Technician, or a similar position, required.
• Experience completing functional behavior assessments and behavior plans, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY:

• Bend/twist
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
• Climb stairs/ladder
• Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required
• Flexing/extending of neck
• Squat/kneel
• Standing
• Walking
• Working Outdoors

FREQUENTLY:

• Computer skills
• Hand use: grasping
• gripping
• turning
• Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs
• Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs
• Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs
• Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs
• Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs
• Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs

CONTINUOUSLY:

• Audible speech
• Decision Making
• Depth perception
• Hearing acuity
• Interpreting Data
• Peripheral vision
• Problem solving
• Repetitive hand/arm use
• Seeing - Far/near
• Sitting

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet