Clinical Assistant

Make a difference with us at Patterns Behavioral Services, Inc.

The Clinical Assistant is a mid-level supervisory role. In this position, you will provide direct therapy services to clients as assigned and also act as a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider (QBHP) or a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) for insurance-funded clients.

Key Points:

• You will work closely under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• You cannot change a client’s treatment plan without approval from your supervisor.
• You must follow the ethical guidelines set by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• This role helps you gain supervised fieldwork hours needed for BCBA certification, while also providing therapy.
• It combines providing therapy and supervising staff.

Daily Tasks:

• Support your supervising clinician with managing an assigned group of clients.
• Train and supervise behavior technicians.
• Deliver direct therapy to clients.
• Conduct assessments and help develop treatment plans.
• Train staff and support the clinical team.
• Help create and update policies and procedures.
• Conduct parent sessions.
• Support the team as needed.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• A positive, professional attitude.
• Ability to think independently and solve problems.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills.
• Critical thinking related to behavior analysis.
• Flexibility and willingness to work in various school environments
• Ability to work with individuals with different behaviors (e.g., aggression, self-injury, eloping, property destruction).
• Comfort working with clients of all ages, from infants to adults.
• Skills in calming and de-escalating challenging behaviors.
• Ability to support new clients independently when needed.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service to clients and partners.
• Implement evidence-based ABA procedures (therapy, assessments, parent and staff training).
• Use clinical software (CentralReach) to track progress and update programs.
• Document all client sessions accurately and on time.
• Develop and submit treatment plans.
• Understand insurance billing and ensure services meet funding requirements.
• Aim to use at least 90% of authorized hours each month.
• Submit treatment plans quickly and correctly.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and stay current in ABA practices.
• Follow billing standards and ethical guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and respectful work environment.
• Follow all company policies, laws, and regulations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by your supervisor.

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Master’s program in ABA, seeking BCBA certification (must be actively working toward certification).
• Certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), unless you hold a Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Must provide documentation of completing at least three BACB-approved coursework modules.
• Must meet state, county, and insurance requirements for your Washington.
• Complete First Aid and CPR training within 30 days of hire. REQUIRED.
• Pass background checks and fingerprinting. REQUIRED.
• Complete a TB test. REQUIRED.

Pay Scale:

Direct Intervention: $28.00-$30.00/hour

Supervision: $35.00-$40.00/hour

Join Our Mission!

At Patterns Behavioral Services, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your role in our clients' care is integral. People with behavioral needs deserve empathetic and functional ABA support from dedicated professionals.

We welcome individuals from various backgrounds who share our passion for positively impacting the lives of those with disabilities. If you love working with children and are committed to disability advocacy, we want to hear from you! 

~* Apply now and make a difference! *~