Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Westside Children's Therapy; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to manage a caseload of clients and provide Applied Behavior Analysis services. This full-time position involves evaluating new clients, developing individualized therapy programs, and mentoring RBTs. The role offers a collaborative environment where your passion for working with children with special needs can flourish. With a commitment to quality outcomes, you'll be part of a team that values continuous learning and improvement. Comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans, are available for full-time employees.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology or related field required.
• Current BCBA certification is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 8-12 clients providing ABA services.
• Develop and maintain therapy programs based on client needs.
• Mentor and train RBTs on their caseload.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Mentoring and developing RBTs

Competence with computer applications

Familiarity with ABA assessments

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology

BCBA certification

Experience in a clinic setting

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Position Summary

The BCBA is responsible for managing a caseload of 8-12 clients providing Applied Behavior Analysis services. They are responsible for the evaluation of new clients on their caseload, as well as the development and maintenance of client’s ongoing therapy programs. The BCBA is also responsible for consistent parent training, as well as mentorship and training for the RBTs on their caseload.

Position Summary

The BCBA is responsible for managing a caseload of 8-12 clients providing Applied Behavior Analysis services. They are responsible for the evaluation of new clients on their caseload, as well as the development and maintenance of client’s ongoing therapy programs. The BCBA is also responsible for consistent parent training, as well as mentorship and training for the RBTs on their caseload.

Essential Functions

• Assess incoming clients for treatment using various assessment tools, and provide a clinical recommendation for weekly treatment hours based on client need
• Develop individualized therapeutic programs to address client goals, drawing heavily from NET principles
• Revise and update client programs on a regular basis, every 1-2 weeks
• Support RBTs via mentorship and training for children on their caseload
• Provide supervision for 5-10% of an RBTs supervision hours
• Direct work with clients, always being ready to model a skill for an RBT or client
• Complete and submit required documentation, including, but not limited to, SOAP Notes, Evaluations, Progress Reports in accordance with practice guidelines
• Coordination of care with other professionals and disciplines
• Supervision of at least 1 student earning their BCBA fieldwork hours, if necessary
• Mentor and train new team members as requested by Clinic ABA Director
• Participate in weekly team meetings with the clinic’s ABA and BCBA teams
• Maintain targeted caseload of 28 therapy hours per week
  
  

Required Education, Experience And Credentials

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field
• Current BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• Experience working in a clinic setting
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to mentor and develop RBTs and future BCBAs
• Competence with a variety of computer applications
• Familiar with a wide variety of ABA assessments
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
• Comfortable persona to better develop relationships with children and their families
• Development mindset, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement
• Passion for working with children with special needs
• Dedicated clinician with a passion for quality outcomes rooted in education, training and development
• Accountable for personal behavior and performance
• Receptive to feedback with a commitment to personal and professional development
• Honest and transparent communicator
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• Ability to learn and implement de-escalation skills for client sessions
• Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs
• Ability to work in a variety of positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.
  
  

This is a full-time position. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company match; Paid Time Off; Sick Time; and a robust Employee Assistance Program.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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