ABA Lead BCBA

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, the Lead BCBA (board-certified behavior analyst) is primarily responsible for supporting the oversight of all clinical staff, clients and the clinics day to day needs.

RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES:

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  Provides direct instruction/ongoing supervision, training and support to all clinical staff


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  Reviews all BCBA’s quarterly Integrity Assessments, annual Evaluations & Goal Setting


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  Work closely and ensure regular communication with management (staff, clinic, parents, insurance, authorizations, etc.…)


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  Responsible for auditing authorizations


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  Manages, monitors and delegates tasks for clinical staff as needed


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  Ensures accuracy in billing of direct therapy, assessments, parent trainings, etc....


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  Reviews authorization utilization and ensures maximization of authorizations


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  Oversees the training of the clinical team (BCBAs, techs & trainers)


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  Assist and support the interview/hiring process for BCBAs as needed
  


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  In collaboration with executive management, determines new avenues for growth


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  Adheres to professional and legal requirements, the principles of behavior analysis and always demonstrates sound professional judgment


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  Maintain BCBA continuing education courses that are necessary by the BACB (32 credits every 2 years)


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  Collaborates with community organizations to maximize community engagement


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  Attends all relevant meetings for company growth


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  Adequately demonstrates their abilities to work effectively as a part of a clinical team


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  Provides ongoing supervision for employees seeking certification as a BCaBA or BCBA


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  Develops rubric for practicum students


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  Implements a competency-based curriculum for all practicum students


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  Leads group supervision meetings bi-weekly


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  Conducts and completes assessments regarding competency and document progress


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  Completes documentation in compliance with BACB regulations regarding supervision


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  Support consistency of client services; not limited to working a small caseload and/or supporting a client as needed.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

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  Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly


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  Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time


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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills


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  Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors and community members


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  Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by the code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board


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  Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA laws


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  Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics and technology in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards


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  Must maintain a professional appearance with regard to clothing, grooming, hair and make-up


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  Ensures neutrality when addressing conflict and guiding staff with problem solving skills and solutions as conflict may arise.