Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Acorn Health; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Acorn Health in Upper Marlboro seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) as Program Supervisor. This position involves overseeing client treatment, conducting assessments, and providing support to families and Behavior Technicians.

Applicants should have a master's degree in ABA, active BCBA certification, and expertise in autism treatment. The role offers an incentive bonus, medical benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Possess a master’s degree in ABA or a related field.
• Have active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• Have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client treatment from assessment through care delivery.
• Conduct behavioral assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate with families and professionals on intervention strategies.

Skills

Effective communication

Autism treatment practices

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

Job description

About Acorn Health

Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing the best quality care for our clients. We aim to continually establish best-in-class standards in integrity and quality for not only ourselves, but also in the field of ABA. We work courageously and with accountability to focus on the individuality of each child, collaborate with client families, and generate permanence in client outcomes. We strive to hire and invest in our greatest asset – our employees, who are the heart of Acorn Health.

Acorn Health is a standard-setting family of ABA treatment providers. We believe the best employees want to work with companies who share their beliefs, and that is true for families who entrust us with children they love. Every day and every interaction, we strive to demonstrate our Five Core Values.

• Authenticity: We present our true, consistent selves. Everyone hungers for genuine connections.
• Accountability: We keep our promises and can be trusted with the life and future of a child.
• Teamwork: The best outcomes are produced by people who collaborate with enthusiasm.
• Growth: We know the needs of children and their families are unique and ever-changing.
• Hustle: In autism care and treatment, time is always of the essence. We do things now.

Program Supervisor (BCBA)

Acorn Health is looking for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join us as a Program Supervisor as we increase access to care in the Upper Marlboro area.

We believe in clinical quality. The compensation reflected in the job post includes the base level of a bonus package tied to your delivery of clinical impact hours. We look forward to sharing more details with you should you choose to seek partnership with Acorn Health.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client treatment from assessment through care delivery
• Conduct initial and follow-up functional, behavioral and developmental assessments
• Develop, oversee and implement client’s BIPs and Treatment Plans
• Serve as the clinical lead on client cases, providing supervision to Behavior Technicians
• Monitor and review client programs to analyze data, measure progress and make necessary changes to the treatment plan
• Observe program implementation, and provide training on interventions as needed
• Work closely with clients and their families providing family training and support
• Meet with primary caregivers to discuss observations and concerns
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and schools to share information and implement best practice intervention programs across settings
• Promote awareness and disseminate information regarding ASD and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) through training and presentations, both on‑ and off‑site
• Attend and participate in team meetings where ideas, success stories, and recent research topics are presented for discussion and use in treatment

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Life insurance, long term and short term disability
• CEU opportunities
• Opportunities to collaborate with and learn from our Clinical Advisory Board
• Positive and collaborative environment
• Balanced caseloads and flexible work environment
• Supportive administrative back office

Qualifications

• Possess a master’s degree in ABA or a related field
• Have active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• Have knowledge of best practices in the treatment of autism
• Have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families
• Are able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English
• Have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and satisfactory driving record
• Meet the physical requirements of the position, to include lifting packages or equipment, and accessing non‑barrier free premises
• Enjoy working in an interdisciplinary team approach to develop and implement client treatment plans
• Have strong organizational skills, are detail‑oriented, able to maintain records, prepare reports and reliably develop timely correspondence related to work
• Are able to pass a background check
• Have the flexibility to work independently when needed, but also enjoy working as a part of the larger team

Note

Note: This position requires a Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA) from the BACB. Data and Business Analyst candidates cannot be considered due to payer restrictions.

Legal Notice

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification.

Acorn Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship or immigration status, veteran status, genetic information, height, weight, hair or hairstyle, familial status, marital status, or any other protected status covered by applicable federal, state, or local law.