Job Posting
Plainfield Downtown Clinic - Plainfield, IL
Full Time : 80 hours per pay period
Applied Behavior Analysis / ABA
Position Summary :
The BCBA is responsible for managing a caseload of 8-12 clients providing Applied Behavior Analysis services. They are responsible for the evaluation of new clients on their caseload, as well as the development and maintenance of client's ongoing therapy programs. The BCBA is also responsible for consistent parent training, as well as mentorship and training for the RBTs on their caseload.
Essential Functions :
- Assess incoming clients for treatment using various assessment tools, and provide a clinical recommendation for weekly treatment hours based on client need
- Develop individualized therapeutic programs to address client goals, drawing heavily from NET principles
- Revise and update client programs on a regular basis, every 1-2 weeks
- Support RBTs via mentorship and training for children on their caseload
- Provide supervision for 5-10% of an RBTs supervision hours
- Direct work with clients, always being ready to model a skill for an RBT or client
- Complete and submit required documentation, including, but not limited to, SOAP Notes, Evaluations, Progress Reports in accordance with practice guidelines
- Coordination of care with other professionals and disciplines
- Supervision of at least 1 student earning their BCBA fieldwork hours, if necessary
- Mentor and train new team members as requested by Clinic ABA Director
- Participate in weekly team meetings with the clinic's ABA and BCBA teams
- Maintain targeted caseload of 28 therapy hours per week
Required Education, Experience and Credentials :
Master's Degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis or a related fieldCurrent BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)Experience working in a clinic settingKnowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to mentor and develop RBTs and future BCBAsCompetence with a variety of computer applicationsFamiliar with a wide variety of ABA assessmentsPersonal Attributes :
Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a teamComfortable persona to better develop relationships with children and their familiesDevelopment mindset, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvementPassion for working with children with special needsDedicated clinician with a passion for quality outcomes rooted in education, training and developmentAccountable for personal behavior and performanceReceptive to feedback with a commitment to personal and professional developmentHonest and transparent communicatorWork Environment and Physical Demands :
Ability to learn and implement de-escalation skills for client sessionsAbility to lift or carry 30 lbsAbility to work in a variety of positions, including on the floor during played-based therapyTravel Requirements :
Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.This is a full-time position. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company match; Paid Time Off; Sick Time; and a robust Employee Assistance Program.