Pediatric ABA Assistant Behavior Analyst at VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment – Charlottesville, Virginia

Job Purpose

The Pediatric ABA Assistant Behavior Analyst, under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst (BCBA), provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a clinic setting. In addition to direct service, the primary responsibilities of the Pediatric ABA Assistant Behavior Analyst include the identification of skill deficits and problem behaviors, development of clear treatment objectives, training behavior technicians, and caregivers on treatment protocols, and providing written progress reports and reauthorizations as per funding source requirements. Additional duties may include performing functional behavioral assessments, functional analyses, and the development of intervention strategies for individuals with challenging behaviors.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Administers, conducts, evaluates, and supervises the implementation of behavioral assessment measures (e.g., VB-MAPP, Vineland) and functional assessment measures under the supervision of a behavior analyst

· Develops individualized goals and objectives for center-based programs and designs behavior support plans based on functional assessment data under the supervision of a behavior analyst

· Ensures appropriate behavioral data systems are implemented such that quantifiable behavioral data is collected at regular intervals to allow for the continual evaluation of behavior plans and the achievement of individual goals and objectives under the supervision of a behavior analyst

· Teaches Pediatric ABA Behavior Technicians on the proper implementation of educational and clinical behavior programs and plans, data collection systems, and all necessary monitoring and reporting systems under the supervision of a behavior analyst

· Conducts regular caregiver and/or teacher training and consultation under the supervision of a behavior analyst

· Is responsible for ongoing individual program oversight and conducting weekly supervision meetings with Pediatric ABA Behavior Technicians under the supervision of a behavior analyst

· Meets regularly with the Director of Pediatric ABA Services and notifies her/him immediately of issues impacting client’s progress and satisfaction

· Completes all necessary documentation in a timely and satisfactory manner as requested by the Director of Pediatric ABA Services

· Maintains billable caseload and documents billable hours according to VIA policy and state and federal regulation

· Develops written reports documenting behavioral recommendations for parents, caregivers and agency personnel in a timely and accurate manner

Additional Functions

· Actively communicates the VIA’s outreach efforts to community

· Responds to referrals for service in a timely and appropriate manner

· Participates in professional meetings or conferences deemed to be beneficial to VIA’s development

· Adheres to the mission, vision, and values of VIA

Position Type

This is a full-time position. This position involves working with clients who exhibit challenging and/or aggressive behavior.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, human services, or a related field
• Board Certification as an Assistant Behavior Analyst or Behavior Analyst
• Virginia state licensure as an Assistant Behavior Analyst, Behavior Analyst, or eligibility to apply for licensure
• At least two years’ experience serving individuals with ASDs with a full range of skills and abilities
• Strong knowledge and deep understanding of behavior analytic therapies; experience delivering these services
• Experience conducting a range of clinical assessments
• Experience with staff training
• Must be proficient with DTT, ABA Program/Goal Development, ABA Behavior Reduction and Skills Acquisition Procedures, and Staff Training
• Must have excellent writing and communication skills, be highly organized with the ability to multi-task
• Must be able to work well as part of a team
• Maintains billable caseload as assigned

Physical Requirements

The ability to move independently throughout a wide range of environments, some of which may not be accessible for individuals with mobility issues, is required. Independent transportation to locations that may not be served by public transportation may be necessary.