Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

GOALS for Autism, Inc.; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GOALS for Autism, Inc. is seeking professionals to provide empirically-based intervention activities for clients with developmental disabilities in Walnut Creek, California. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in psychology and an active BCBA certification. The role involves working directly with clients and adhering to company policies.

Candidates are expected to maintain high standards in data recording and contribute to clinical observations, making this position essential for ensuring effective treatment plans are implemented.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methodologies for autism-related interventions.
• Proficient in early intervention practices.
• Able to obtain criminal record clearance and CPR certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide intervention activities to clients with developmental disabilities.
• Ensure communication with the treatment team and stakeholders.
• Travel to home and other community settings to deliver services.

Skills

Knowledge of ABA methodologies

Sensitivity to diverse populations

Effective communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in psychology or related field

Active BCBA certification

Job description

Job Summary

Utilizing a family-centered approach, provides empirically-based intervention activities to clients with developmental disabilities, ages 14 months and older, in the client home and/or other natural settings, to facilitate inclusion into the least restrictive environment.

Essential Job Expectations

• Expected to check work email account minimum twice per day (morning and evening)
• Maintain updated availability with a minimum 30 days notice to implement changes
• Render 100% of sessions on Code Metro daily
• Submit scheduling tickets within 1 business day of triggering events in 100% of opportunities
• Notify case supervisors of any cancellations and makeups within the same business day of triggering event
• Expected to make up 85% of missed sessions per GOALS Time Off Policy
• Expected to understand and implement client behavior intervention plan independently after feedback and modeling by case supervisor(s). Understands and practices treatment integrity. Intervention plans will be individualized per client
• Records data with 100% accuracy in all opportunities
• Records ABC behavior data with 100% accuracy in all opportunities
• Records session documentation in 100% of sessions
• Discusses clinical observations and session patterns with case supervisor(s) when present
• Travels to home and other community settings, as required, to deliver services
• Communicates professionally and respectfully with the treatment team and client stakeholders
• Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in special education and related fields
• Adheres to GOALS for Autism, Inc. company policies
• Completes a minimum of 3 monthly development check-ins with GOALS staff
• Lead one group supervision meeting per month
• Review mid level intake and reauthorization reports and provide feedback

Minimum Education

• Master’s Degree in psychology or related field
• Active BCBA certification

Minimum Experience

• One year of BCBA experience

Special Qualifications (Skills, Abilities, Licenses and Training)

• Knowledgeable of methodologies found to benefit children with autism spectrum disorders, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-Handicapped Children (TEACCH), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), and Pivotal Response Training (PRT).
• Mandatory completion of level 2A and 2B relias modules
• Proficient in the field of early intervention, and knowledgeable of other community resources and agencies that serve children
• Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population
• Able to work in multiple program service areas
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; American Sign Language or bilingual ability preferred
• Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills
• Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment
• Able to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software
• Able to obtain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice
• Able to obtain a CPR certificate
• Able to travel to multiple work sites; reliable transportation needed (proof of valid driver license, current auto insurance identification card, and acceptable driving record per NIAC standards is required)
• Not currently under a performance development plan

Physical Requirements (Approximate Percent per 7.5-hour Workday)

• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting in order to observe, assess, and interact with infants/toddlers (50%)
• Frequent speaking and listening (50%) to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the phone
• Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting, and using upper and lower limbs to drive car to and from home visits and meetings (20%)
• Occasional sitting and maintaining close visual attention to write reports and work at the computer (15%)
• Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials used in home visits (10%)