Regional ABA Evaluator

Hopebridge; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hopebridge in Tennessee seeks a Regional ABA Evaluator (BCBA) to conduct comprehensive initial ABA evaluations for children up to age 10. You will review records, develop treatment recommendations, and prepare POCs, FBAs, and BIPs, coordinating with clinical teams.

You will balance direct assessment with report writing and payer-compliant documentation, travel within the assigned region, and engage families to support timely access to medically necessary ABA services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA, Special Education, Psychology or closely related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing with BACB.
• At least three years of BACB certification as a BCBA.
• Licensed as a Behavior Analyst in the state, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial ABA evaluations in line with best practices and payer requirements.
• Review medical, educational, and behavioral records to support recommendations.
• Perform observations, standardized assessments, caregiver interviews, and analyses.
• Develop individualized treatment recommendations and submit evaluation reports on time.
• Create and submit Plans of Care (POCs), FBAs, and BIPs.
• Engage families and provide caregiver guidance and education.
• Coordinate with receiving BCBAs and teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Support transitions from evaluation to ongoing treatment with documentation.

Skills

Clinical interviewing

Assessment interpretation

Report writing

Family engagement

Education

Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field

BACB- BCBA certification

Job description

The Regional ABA Evaluator (BCBA) is responsible for conducting comprehensive initial ABA evaluations for children diagnosed with ASD or other developmental concerns through age 10. This role focuses on assessment, clinical recommendations, family engagement, and treatment planning to ensure timely access to medically necessary ABA services. The Regional ABA Evaluator travels throughout an assigned region to complete evaluations and collaborates closely with clinical teams to support seamless transitions into ongoing ABA treatment. This position is designed to balance direct evaluation services with dedicated administrative time for report completion and authorization-related responsibilities. Successful candidates demonstrate advanced assessment expertise, strong clinical interviewing skills, efficient report writing, and the ability to build trust quickly with children and families.

Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning

• Conduct comprehensive initial ABA evaluations in accordance with clinical best practices and payer requirements.
• Review medical, educational, and behavioral records to support diagnostic and treatment recommendations.
• Complete direct observations, standardized assessments, caregiver interviews, and clinical analyses.
• Develop individualized treatment recommendations based on assessment findings.
• Author and submit clinically sound evaluation reports within established timelines.
• Develop and submit initial Plans of Care (POCs), Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

Family Engagement & Guidance

• Establish positive and collaborative relationships with patients and caregivers throughout the evaluation process.
• Deliver individual and/or group caregiver guidance sessions to support families and facilitate access to ABA services.
• Provide education regarding ABA treatment recommendations, goals, and expectations.
• Demonstrate cultural humility and family-centered care practices when working with diverse populations.

Care Coordination & Transition Support

• Collaborate with receiving BCBAs and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Facilitate smooth transitions from evaluation services to ongoing treatment by sharing assessment findings, treatment recommendations, and relevant clinical documentation.
• Support families throughout the onboarding and treatment initiation process.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain thorough, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
• Ensure reports and treatment plans meet payer-specific requirements and medical necessity standards.
• Stay current on insurance authorization requirements, clinical best practices, and regulatory expectations.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Ability to travel in the region is required.

Required Education And Experience

• Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology or closely related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing with the BACB
• At least three years of certification with the BACB as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst
• Licensed as a Behavior Analyst, in the state (where applicable)
• Deep experience with skills assessments and curricula (e.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, EFL, AFLS, PEAK), required
• Superior report writing skills
• Strong background in behavior reduction program development and oversight
• Ability to communicate knowledge in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to professionals and non-professionals

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with both Medicaid and private-insurance patients preferred

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands:

This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. It also may require occasional lifting, carrying, walking, climbing, kneeling, bending/stooping, twisting, pulling/pushing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching above the shoulder. Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position. May need to lift pediatric population at times (up to 50 lbs).

Work Environment:

Work is performed in an office and clinical environment. Work may be stressful at times due to a busy office or center environment with patients. Interaction with others is constant and interruptive.

Disclaimer

The above statements reflect general functions of this job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in this job. The immediate supervisor may elaborate on or add to the above list if the duties come within the employee’s realm of responsibility.

Hopebridge isan Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.