Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) – Home-Based will implement the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to increase socially significant behaviors for clients on the Autism Spectrum, in the client's home environment. This role practices under the ongoing, direct supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who holds an active Tennessee Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential, in accordance with Tennessee Applied Behavior Analyst Licensing Committee rules. All assessments, treatment recommendations, and behavior intervention plans are developed collaboratively with, and require sign-off from, the supervising BCBA.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct a variety of assessments (social, play, self-care, communication, and behavioral needs) under the direction of the supervising BCBA.
• Assist with and/or complete initial intake evaluations in the client's home under the direction of the supervising BCBA.
• Assist the supervising BCBA in conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments; may conduct components independently as delegated and reviewed by the BCBA.
• Support the insurance authorization process, including documentation needed for treatment plan submissions and denial appeals, in coordination with the supervising BCBA.
• Ensure all Behavior Technician(s) on assigned cases are fluent with programming and BIP implementation by providing initial and ongoing training & support.
• Support Behavior Technicians using a Behavioral Skills Training (BST) model.
• Conduct regular supervision of assigned client caseload and all assigned BT's, consistent with BCaBA scope of practice.
• Escalate all case discharge and transfer decisions to the supervising BCBA for review and approval per BACB ethical standards.
• Assist in formal risk assessments and immediately escalate any indication of crisis or safety concern to the supervising BCBA.
• Assess need for BT staff members to receive Safety Care Training & present client to Peer Review Committee as needed for training approval.
• Contribute data-based treatment recommendations to the supervising BCBA, who reviews and authorizes all clinical recommendations communicated to families.
• Implement applied behavior analysis principles appropriately within the home setting.
• Assist in developing behavior intervention plans (extinction, differential reinforcement, etc.) for review and approval by the supervising BCBA.
• Collaborate with the supervising BCBA, Regional Director & Director of Quality Assurance to ensure each client receives the recommended treatment; implement approved recommendations in the home.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance with client Protected Health Information (PHI), including in transit between home visits.
• Support development of programs to increase socially significant behaviors, under BCBA oversight.
• Use a variety of data collection methods to assess effectiveness of treatment.
• Assess client data regularly and recommend modifications to skill acquisition goals and BIPs to the supervising BCBA based upon data.
• Provide direct service, as needed.
• Collect treatment integrity on programs and behavior intervention plans for each client monthly.
• Appropriately address parent issues or concerns in the home; escalate significant or clinical concerns to the supervising BCBA.
• Immediately escalate any significant client concern to the supervising BCBA and direct supervisor.
• Conduct parent training for each client on caseload, using protocols developed/approved by the supervising BCBA and tailored to each family's needs.
• Exhibit effective communication with all KAS employees, other providers, supervisors, the supervising BCBA, and supervisees.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards consistent with the BACB Ethics Code and Tennessee licensure law.
• Performance evaluation forms and standards will be shared with you and reviewed prior to any appraisal meetings held for yourself and those you may supervise

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain BCaBA certification through the BACB.
• Maintain active Tennessee Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA) status.
• Maintain proof of ongoing supervision by a BCBA holding a current Tennessee LBA license, as required for LABA licensure renewal.
• Complete continuing education required for LABA renewal (20 units biannually, including required supervision-maintenance and cultural diversity hours).
• Obtain and maintain Safety Care Specialist status.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must have reliable personal transportation and auto insurance to travel between client homes.
• Comply with all home-visit safety protocols established by KAS.

SUPERVISION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires ongoing supervision by a BCBA who holds an active Tennessee LBA license. The supervising BCBA is responsible for oversight of applied behavior analysis services delivered by the BCaBA, including review and approval of assessments, treatment recommendations, and behavior intervention plans. The BCaBA may not practice independently and may not represent recommendations as independently authorized.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-Time BCaBA's are required to maintain at least forty (40) hours per week, including a minimum of 25 billable hours (Supervision, Parent Training, Assessments, and Re-Assessments, all under BCBA oversight) and other admin work per week that may include up to 5 RBT Initial Competency Assessments.

Part-Time BCaBA's are required to maintain at least 3 cases.