Bilingual Assessment-Focused Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Telehealth

FronteraCare; North Carolina; Remote; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

PTO

Job summary

FronteraCare is seeking a mission-driven BCBA to lead Initial Assessments (Functional Behavior Assessments) via telehealth in a fast-growing, technology-enabled environment. This role sets the clinical foundation for client success and thrives in a startup culture that embraces innovation.

The Remote BCBA will develop data-driven treatment plans, ensure payer authorization readiness, and collaborate with Intake, Scheduling, and Clinical Leadership to onboard families efficiently across multiple

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification in good standing.
• Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience as a BCBA, with at least 1 year in Functional Behavior Assessment.
• Bilingual English and Spanish; strong clinical writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments using caregiver interviews, records, observation, and standardized tools.
• Utilize video-capture technology to review sessions and inform treatment planning.
• Develop data-driven treatment plans and behavior intervention plans aligned with medical necessity.
• Ensure reports meet payer authorization standards and quality benchmarks.
• Prepare cases for smooth transition to ongoing BCBA and RBT teams; maintain timely clinical documentation.

Skills

BCBA certification

Telehealth experience

Spanish language

Education

Master's degree in ABA/ Psychology/ Education

Tools

Video-based observation tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

FronteraCare delivers life-changing autism services to children and families across New Mexico and Colorado. We provide high quality diagnostic evaluations and ABA therapy, partnering closely with parents, grandparents, foster parents, and other caregivers to create individualized care plans rooted in each child's unique strengths, needs, and family context.

Our clinicians are committed to evidence-based, compassionate care that helps children with autism thrive. We believe the best outcomes are when families are at the heart of the treatment. By combining clinical expertise with family insights, we help children build skills, gain confidence, and thrive.

Our Mission Our mission is to expand access to exceptional diagnostic and behavioral healthcare for every child, no matter where they live or their circumstances.

Position Summary

FronteraCare is seeking a mission-driven, adaptable BCBA to lead Initial Assessments (Functional Behavior Assessments) in a fast-growing, technology - enabled environment. This role is critical to setting the clinical foundation for client success.

The Remote BCBA - Initial Assessments is responsible for conducting comprehensive evaluations using telehealth and our proprietary video-capture technology, developing high-quality treatment plans, and ensuring clinical readiness prior to case assignment. This position requires strong clinical judgment, efficiency, comfort with innovation, and the ability to thrive in a startup culture where processes continue to evolve.

Clinical Quality & Outcomes

• Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments using caregiver interviews, record review, direct observation (live or video capture), and standardized assessment tools.
• Utilize FronteraCare’s video-capture technology to review sessions, analyze behavior patterns, and inform treatment planning.
• Develop individualized, data-driven treatment plans and behavior intervention plans aligned with medical necessity.
• Ensure all reports meet payer authorization standards and internal quality benchmarks.
• Prepare cases for smooth transition to ongoing BCBA and RBT teams.
• Maintain clinical documentation accuracy and timeliness.

Clinical Quality Metrics:

• Assessment report submission within 5 business days of final observation
• 90%+ payer authorization approval rate
• Less than 5% report revision rate due to quality concerns

Leadership & Startup Mindset

• Serve as the clinical gatekeeper for new cases entering the organization.
• Provide clear case summaries and transition notes for assigned clinical teams.
• Collaborate with Intake, Scheduling, and Clinical Leadership to ensure efficient onboarding timelines.
• Provide feedback to leadership on system improvements, technology optimization, and workflow refinement.
• Adapt quickly to evolving processes and contribute to building scalable systems.

Leadership Metrics:

• Assessment-to-assignment turnaround within 10 business days
• 24-hour response time to internal communication
• Participation in clinical calibration meetings and case reviews

Ethical & Professional Conduct

• Adhere strictly to the BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and secure handling of video-capture data.
• Practice within scope of competence and seek consultation when needed.
• Ensure informed consent and caregiver understanding of assessment findings.
• Maintain active BCBA certification and required CEUs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active BCBA certification in good standing
• Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field
• Minimum 5 years experience working as a BCBA
• At least 1 year of Functional Behavior Assessment focused work preferred
• Bilingual English and Spanish
• Strong clinical writing and analytical skills
• Experience with telehealth and remote supervision
• Comfort with technology platforms and data systems
• Ability to work independently in a remote startup environment
• Located in NM, AZ, TX, FL, GA, ID, NC, NV, UT, OK, or CO

Preferred:

• Experience in multi-state telehealth service delivery
• Experience with video-based observation analysis
• Familiarity with payer authorization processes

Why FronteraCare?

• Opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in pediatric healthcare
• Work on challenging and impactful projects that leverage cutting-edge AI/ML technologies
• Collaborate with a talented and passionate team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Make a real difference in the lives of children and families in rural communities
• Full time and part time opportunities available
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Join us in building the future of developmental healthcare!

At FronteraCare, we're committed to innovation in the ABA field. We’re excited to offer clinicians access to our cutting-edge Assessment Builder, the first platform that leverages AI, computer vision, and clinical reasoning to analyze unstructured data. If you're looking to streamline your workflow, save time, and leverage cutting-edge AI, this is it! Learn more and give it a try here

We have determined a salary range for this position that takes into account several factors including experience, knowledge, education, skills, and abilities. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline and the exact salary will be determined based on the individual’s qualifications and experience, with consideration given to the factors listed above. All full-time employee benefits include health benefits, 401(k) plan, and PTO per year.

Compensation

$95,000—$105,000 USD

Why Join Us

At Frontera Care, you will be part of a mission-driven, supportive team making a real difference for children and families. We provide the tools, resources, collaboration you need to focus on what matters most: delivering high-quality, family-centered care. If you are passionate about helping children with autism, and want to grow your career while transforming access to care, accessible healthcare, we would love to welcome you to our team.