Our Mission: 

To enhance the lives of the individuals and families we serve by providing superior applied behavior analysis, speech-language and occupational therapy services.

Our Core Values: 

Family Centered, Community Focused, Compassionate, Trustworthy, Individualized and Adaptable

Job Description:

The BCBA is an independent practitioner who may work as an employee of The Children SPOT Inc. or as independent contractors. The BCBA conducts descriptive and systematic behavioral assessments, including functional analyses, and provides behavior analytic interpretations of the results. The BCBA is responsible for designing and supervising behavior analytic interventions. The BCBA is able to effectively develop and implement appropriate assessment and intervention methods for use in unfamiliar situations and for a range of cases. The BCBA seeks the consultation of more experienced practitioners when necessary. The BCBA teaches others to carry out ethical and effective behavior analytic interventions based on published research and designs and delivers instruction in behavior analysis. BCBAs supervise the work of Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts and others who implement behavior analytic interventions.

Availability:

Must be able to work mornings, afternoons, after-school for clients that attend school, and evenings on weekdays; weekends as needed.

Position Type:

contract or salaried

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Possess a minimum of a Master’s degree or national equivalent with a major in psychology, special education, or related field of study is preferred. Additional certification as a special education teacher, school social worker, or school psychologist in the state of Maryland is preferred.
• Have obtained certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) as verified through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• A minimum of two years experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with various special needs.
• Experience writing treatment plans for insurance companies

Knowledge of:

• Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
• Learning theories and instructional methods
• Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions
• Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
• Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
• Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• VB MAPP

Skills and Abilities to:

• Assess situations and make proper judgments
• Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
• Objectively analyze crisis situations
• Respond quickly to emergency situations
• Manage aggressive and self-injurious behaviors of clients
• Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals
• Perform general clerical duties including maintain accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
• Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
• Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
• Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
• Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner
• Supervise clients and other therapists during treatment sessions

Other Requirements:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Maintain professional license(s) and be in good standing with the respective licensing agency(ies).

Job Duties:

• Conduct behavioral and skills assessments and design treatment programs for clients
• Provide direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions
• Oversee ABA home, community, and center based programs and provide parent/caregiver training and support
• Complete routine reviews of client’s data progress and maintain clients’ program books(including writing programs and creating materials)
• Facilitate clinic/progress meetings with parents/guardians and other team members
• Work with and oversee Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts and Registered Behavioral Technicians to implement individualized treatment plans as per agency standards and BACB requirements
• Collect data and graph data as instructed using technological programs
• Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
• Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
• Knowledge of electronic medical record system to record session notes and input the clients’ programs
• Confer with members of the treatment team to exchange, discuss and evaluate pertinent information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs
• Communicate client progress to team members and parents/guardians and/or school personnel
• Be able to work with a diverse team of professionals to provide the best behavioral services possible to clients
• Complete invoices and input session notes with authorized insurance codes in designated time frame.
• Provide supervision to BCBA candidates as outlined in the BCBA supervision contract.
• Attend staff trainings and meetings
• Adhere to ethical guidelines in the set forth by the BACB
• Other job duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements:

Attend and successfully complete the following prior to beginning job (Failure to successfully complete these trainings can jeopardize the ability to be employed at the agency):

• New staff orientation
• Crisis Prevention Institute’s Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training program course offered by the agency and renew certification annually
• First Aid/CPR/AED

Reporting Relationship:

• Reports to the owner.

Supervision Relationship(s):

• Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBA)
• Registered Behavioral Technicians (RBT)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by positions assigned to this class. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties of positions so classified.

The Children’s SPOT, Inc. offers a comprehensive employee benefits program, including:

• Health benefits (medical, dental and vision) 50% (with a $200 minimum and $600 maximum) paid by The Children’s SPOT, Inc. New Hire Waiting Period Eligibility is: 30 days after the date of hire
• PTO, 80 hours accrued per year, may be used for sick and safe leave, personal days or vacation.
• PTO increases in years 2,5, 7 and 10.
• 6 paid holidays (the office is closed on these dates)
• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• Paid MD state licensure
• $600 per year towards Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
• 401K plan with matching
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• CPI training and certificate
• First Aid and Basic Life Support training and certificate
• Mileage reimbursement for travel per company policy