ABA Clinical Fellow

Summary:  Supports the delivery of ABA services under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Assists in developing and implementing behavior intervention plans, provides guidance to Registered Behavior Technicians, collects and analyzes data, and participates in multi-disciplinary team collaboration.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Assists in the development and implementation of behavioral plans and strategies    for individuals receiving ABA services.  
• Assists in the development, facilitation, and follow-up training for students served using both discrete trial training, natural environment training, and other evidence based models of teaching. 
• Assist in preparing materials for interventions and assessments. 
• Models strategies for behavioral support including 1:1,  in class instruction and in-service instruction to classroom staff, RBTs and other support professionals. 
• Assists BCBA in the development and implementation of assessment tools, to conduct functional assessments and analyses when appropriate 
• Assists BCBA in creating ongoing data collection systems to establish baseline and programmatic efficacy for individuals receiving ABA services. 
• Assists BCBA in analyzing data on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide programming. 
• Meet as needed with RBT staff to discuss ongoing issues and to provide support . 
• Provide consultation services and maintain ongoing communication with families on assigned caseload.  
• Help maintain documentation for client sessions, data sheets, and treatment plans. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Compliance/HIPAA: 

While performing the duties of this job, employees will comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to Easter Seals Arkansas. 

Employee has access to all client protected health information of the individuals directly served by this person, except psychotherapy notes.  Employee will not attempt to access any other protected health information unless otherwise approved by Supervisor or Privacy Officer. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:    

Supports the Program Director or supervising BCBA by helping to oversee assigned Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in line with organizational policies and laws. Assists with training staff, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and helping resolve issues. 

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Education and/or Experience:                

Completed ABA coursework, and eligible to take the BCBA exam.  Two or more years working as an RBT required.   

Core Competencies 

• Excellent instructional, oral, and written communication, organizational and interpersonal relations skills. 
• Competence in behavior management, instructional, oral, and written communication, organizational and interpersonal relations skills. 
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals regarding age, functionality, and with minimal direction. 
• Knowledge of DTT programming and implementation. 
• Ability to present information and train staff who have varying levels of knowledge/experience. 
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented. 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize and plan work activities. 
• Ability to problem-solve independently or in a group setting. 
• Ability to foster quality in others. 
• Strives to constantly improve processes and services. 
• Good mathematical skills. 
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Microsoft 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  

RBT Certification 

Physical Demands: While performing the essential functions, the employee will be required to sit, stand, walk, and to use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.  

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an administrative employee encounters while performing the essential duties of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate. 

Easterseals Arkansas has designated this position as a “non-safety sensitive” position under the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment.