Center-Based ABA Behavior Consultant

SIGNING BONUS: $2500 bonus following commencement of employment

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SUBSIDIARY: The Center for Autism (CFA)

PROGRAM: CORE (Creating Opportunities for Relating and Engaging)

LOCATION: 4601 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

CORE is a center-based program for children ages 2 to 6 years old. The primary goal is to address the core deficits of autism so that each child may improve upon their communication, social interaction, self-regulation, and behaviors. Children participate in predetermined structured activities each day based on the goals defined in their individual treatment plans.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Center for Autism seeks a behavior consultant to provide center-based ABA services. The behavior consultant will serve as a Team Lead in CFA's CORE program and will provide direct therapy to children enrolled in the program. This position reports to the CORE Clinical Director (BCBA).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the delivery of high-integrity clinical services, with fidelity to the CFA-determined clinical model, to clients within the assigned treatment setting.

• Provide direct coaching and supervision to Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) and other support staff within the treatment room. Complete timely documentation of supervision according to CFA procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Continuously assess the effectiveness of treatment interventions and modify as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.

• Plan, organize, and maintain the physical environment of the program room. Help maintain shared program spaces along with other team members.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the treatment plan.

• Be responsible for timely documentation of accurate daily data collection materials.

• Audit progress notes daily for billing purposes.

• Ensure mentoring, modeling, and accountability for new employees and team members without supervisor responsibility.

• Facilitate and write weekly room activity schedules, including special activities, and distribute them to the team for review.

• Submit orders for and maintain equipment for the program room.

• Ensure the timely completion and accuracy of clinical assessments.

• Coordinate with the team and the CORE Assistant Director to plan for coverage issues.

• Ensure daily data is collected accurately via the rating form, including comments.

• Cover for billing in the absence of other staff.

• Clearly communicate information to the team, supervisors, and families.

• Complete weekly reports regarding events in the program room and with the children.

• Participate in the interview and onboarding process of new employees as directed.

• Participate in team meetings.

• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisors.

SKILLS:

• Ability to effectively engage with individuals of diverse cultures and backgrounds

• Ability to effectively communicate with adults and children using verbal, nonverbal, and written communication

• Ability to effectively utilize an electronic health record (EHR)

• Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds, engage in clinical interventions on the floor, and ambulate at a rate that exceeds the client population

• Able to move (repeatedly) from a standing position to a kneeling position and back

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to meet deadlines and adhere to schedules

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

Must hold at least one of the following licenses in Pennsylvania:

• Psychologist

• Professional Counselor (LPC)

• Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

• Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

• Social Worker (LSW)

• Behavior Specialist (LBS)

• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)

• Other professional licensure with a scope of practice that includes overseeing the provision of ABA services

Must meet at least one of the following:

• Have 1+ years of full-time experience in providing ABA services and have completed 12+ credits in ABA at an accredited college or university

• Have 1+ years of full-time experience in providing ABA services under the supervision of a BCBA or other graduate-level certified ABA professional and have completed 40+ hours of approved training related to ABA

• Have a BCaBA certification or other undergraduate-level certification in behavior analysis (accredited by NCCA or ANSI)

Preferred

• 1+ years of full-time, post-master's experience in the direct care of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) under 21 years of age
• 1+ years of supervisory experience

SALARY GRADE: 19

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