Behavior Analyst - Behavior Intervention Program - HBCl

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH, seeks an ABA clinical leader to design and oversee ABA services for autism and developmental disabilities. You will supervise the treatment team, train caregivers and providers, and coordinate care.

The role requires a Master’s degree, BCBA and COBA within 30 days, Marcus Crisis Prevention training within 60 days, and at least two years’ autism experience. Ohio driver’s license and auto insurance are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, behavior analysis, special education, speech, or a 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 of employment.
• Two years of experience specializing in autism spectrum disorders.
• Experience as a BCBA, Case Supervisor, Senior RBT, or similar.
• Experience completing functional behavior assessments and behavior plans.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct clinical care using evidence-based ABA procedures and developmentally appropriate norms.
• Designs ABA intervention services for each client by assessing needs and developing goals.
• Assists in submitting prior authorizations, behavioral assessments, and treatment plans.
• Provides supervision to BCBA candidates and RBTs and ensures supervision documentation.
• Conducts parent training and serves as liaison with schools and other providers.
• Leads in-service trainings and community outreach activities.
• Protects confidentiality and maintains professional relationships.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Behavioral health services

Education

Master’s degree

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 maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

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 evidence‑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 a 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 addresses 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 the 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 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, exposure to blood and/or bodily fluids, climb stairs/ladder, drive motor vehicles (work required), flex/extend neck, squat/kneel, stand, walk, work outdoors.
Frequently: computer skills; hand use – grasping, gripping, turning; lifting/carrying – 0–10 lbs, 11–20 lbs, 21–40 lbs; pushing/pulling – 0–25 lbs, 26–40 lbs, 41–60 lbs.
Continuously: audible speech, decision making, depth perception, hearing acuity, interpreting data, peripheral vision, problem solving, repetitive hand/arm use, vision – far/near, sitting.

EOE Statement

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet