Student Behavior Analyst (INTERNAL ABTA STAFF ONLY)

***THIS JOB POSTING IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR CURRENT STAFF WHO ARE MEMBERS OF THE ABTA TRAINEE PROGRAM***

STUDENT BEHAVIOR ANALYST SUMMARY:

A Student Behavior Analyst (SA) is responsible for assisting the Clinical Director and/or Behavior Analysts in the development and management of participant’s programming. An SA is an understudy to the Behavior Analysts. The main role of a trainee is to learn the essential job responsibilities and duties of a Behavior Analysts by completing tasks and projects assigned to them in a timely manner that align with the BACB’s requirements. In addition, the SA may need to provide 1:1 and/or group therapy to A Bridge to Achievement’s (ABtA) program participants on their individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy programs. The SA is responsible for building/maintaining rapport, program implementation, data collection/entry and keeping up-to-date on programming goals/changes for each program participant served. A SA reports to the Behavior Analyst(s) they support and the Director of Trainee Development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

All tasks and duties are to be done under direct supervision from a BCBA.

• Ensures the safety of program participants served
• Provides 1:1 and/or group-based Applied Behavioral Therapy in home, community, school and/or center based settings
• Implements individualized Applied Behavior Analysis treatment plans that target skill deficits in the areas of social, play, communication, safety, and self-help, among others, as outlined by direct supervisors
• Directly implements individualized Behavior Intervention Plans that target the reduction of challenging behaviors
• Consistently and accurately collects and enters data during treatment sessions as instructed by their direct supervisor
• Assists in the development of treatment and behavior plans when appropriate
• Promotes program participant morale through positive and effective oral communications
• Recognizes issues/questions to bring to the supervisor’s attention
• Attends and contributes to trainings, team meetings/debriefings/workshops
• Support participants’ programming needs and participates in regular communications with program participants’ families
• Must be able to implement and assist with toileting skills goals as instructed by their direct supervisor
• Helps with preparation and organization of program materials/supplies
• Submits required session documentation according to ABtA’s policies and procedures
• Ensures all necessary human resource documents remain up-to-date
• Adheres to funder requirements and guidelines when implementing treatment, writing and submitting session notes and billing for services
• Adheres to the BACB’s RBT Ethics Code, regardless of credentials
• Must comply with all ABtA’s policies, procedures and ethical code of conduct
• Can act as a peer mentor for new employees
• Can model typical direct session interventions for new shadowing employees
• Can act as case support for new staff when needed
• May independently run informal case reviews with new staff on cases
• Perform additional related duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Maintains RBT certification per the BACB’s requirements and yearly competency assessment conducted by supervisor
• Ensures that a current ABtA supervisor is registered to the RBT credential with the BACB
• Receives and records supervision for a minimum of 5% of their direct service hours worked each month
• Complete tasks and projects as requested by the Behavior Analyst, and under the supervision of the Clinical Director (LP/LPA). Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Aid in and facilitate parent training meetings with BCBA
• Assist in the development of treatment plans
• Assist in conducting assessments and reassessments
• Assists in maintaining and updating all client programming per treatment plan
• Assists with Fidelity checklist data
• Serves as a liaison between BCBA and different parties (RBTs, behavior technicians, other staff, and parents) as needed to ensure relevant information is effectively communicated
• Can Lead monthly staff trainings when appropriate
• Collect observational data and notes to present to the Behavior Analyst
• Perform additional related duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Current ABtA Staff in our Trainee Program
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Must be enrolled in a program towards obtaining a Master’s degree featuring Behavior-analytic coursework or have previously obtained a Mas