Bilingual Initial Assessment Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Telehealth

FronteraCare; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

PTO

Job summary

FronteraCare is looking for a dedicated BCBA to lead Initial Assessments in a remote setting, providing crucial evaluations and developing treatment plans for children with autism. Candidates should have 5+ years of BCBA experience and an active certification. The role offers the chance to work on impactful projects in pediatric healthcare with competitive salary and benefits, primarily serving New Mexico and Colorado.

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years experience working as a BCBA.
• At least 1 year of work focused on Functional Behavior Assessment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Develop individualized, data-driven treatment plans.
• Ensure clinical documentation accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

BCBA certification

Clinical writing skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Experience with telehealth

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field

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 occur when families are at the heart of the treatment, combining clinical expertise with family insights to help children build skills, gain confidence, and thrive.

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

Key responsibilities:

• 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

Key responsibilities:

• 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, NV, UT, OK, or CO.

Preferred:

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

Benefits

• 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 includes health benefits, 401(k) plan, and PTO per year.

Compensation

Salary range: $95,000 USD – $105,000 USD.

Recruiting Restrictions

We are not able to hire candidates in CA, WA, OR, NY, PA, NJ, MA, CT, IL, KY, VA, MD, or MN.