Board Certified Behavior Analyst

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Company: Step Forward ABA

Location: Seattle, WA 98115

Description:

We are looking for new or experienced BCBAs to provide in-center, in-home, in-school services!

You will work together with a highly motivated and collaborative team to gain hands-on experience and direction to achieve your professional and clinical goals. There are many opportunities for professional growth, and you will be supported and encouraged to reach your goals.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for either a full-time or part-time BCBA to join our team. We are looking for someone who is collaborative, motivated, ambitious, and potentially looking to transition to a regional clinical director role in the future. Must be willing to travel from client to client, however, some virtual client services may also be available.

What does it mean to be a BCBA?
  • Have a positive, caring, and supportive company to work for that takes care of the employees
  • Work along side the owner and Regional Director, as well as other awesome staff
  • Options to work from home
  • Flexible, autonomous work schedule
  • Work weeks that are M-F only, all sessions are finished at 6:30pm
  • Open-door policy: You have a voice and opinion, which is valued by the company and welcome to be shared with Executive staff
  • No drama or unpleasant/unprofessional attitudes tolerated - you and everyone we employ and work with deserve to be treated with respect
  • Access to on-line platform system for data collection, reports, and stimuli
  • Growth Opportunities: Be part of a company that is growing and expanding across the Pacific Northwest and beyond!


Amazing Benefit Package Includes:
  • $1000 Sign on Bonus
  • Re-location Bonus/Assistance
  • Generous Salaried position - commensurate with certification, licensure, & experience
  • Health/Dental benefits
  • Student Loan Assistance
  • 401K
  • Make your own schedule/hours
  • Company MacBook Air Laptop
  • Company iPhone Cell Phone
  • Paid ABA organization membership(s)
  • Paid Trainings/Conferences
  • Paid CEU's
  • Paid Mileage
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick days
  • Paid Birthday
  • Paid licensure/certification renewal
  • No contracts necessary!
  • Room for growth and advancement


Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience for BCBA:
  • Possess a minimum of a Masters degree or national equivalent with a major in psychology, special education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field of study is preferred.
  • Have obtained certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) as verified through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and in good-standing
  • Licensed by the State of Washington as a Licensed Behavior Analyst (in good-standing)
  • A minimum of 2 years experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with various special needs.

Education, Training, and Experience for BCBA's
  • Possess a minimum of a Master's degree or national equivalent with a major in psychology, special education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field of study and one or more of the following:
  • Currently have an active BCBA and Licensed Behavior Analyst licensure for the state of WA.

All Levels - Knowledge of:
  • Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies (DTT, NET, Verbal Behavior, Positive Behavior Intervention Supports)
  • Must be able to conduct thorough FBA's and develop stellar BSP's (BCBA's only)
  • Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions and professional conduct
  • Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
  • Interpersonal skills needed to work with stakeholders, supervise staff, and manage crisis situations
  • Able to efficiently utilize technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ABA software platforms
  • Correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling
  • Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities:
  • Assess situations and make proper judgments
  • Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
  • Objectively analyze crisis situations
  • Respond quickly to emergency situations
  • Handle aggressive and self-injurious behaviors of clients
  • Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals
  • Ability to professionally interact and build rapport with parents, staff, clients, and other stakeholders
  • Perform general clerical duties including maintain accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports
  • Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
  • Ability to lead others through example and constructive feedback
  • High aptitude for self-managing schedule and appointment
  • Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
  • Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
  • Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
  • Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner
  • Supervise clients during treatment sessions


Other Requirements:
  • Successful completion of fingerprinting and criminal history background check
  • Successful passing of drug testing
  • Satisfactory reference checks
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs, bend, stoop, and sit on the floor for up to 30 minutes at a time


Job Duties:
  • Provide direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions
  • Oversee ABA home and clinic-based programs and provide parent training and support
  • Complete weekly program writing and maintain client's program via on-line portal
  • Running monthly clinic/progress meetings with parents/guardians
  • Conduct behavioral and skills assessments and design treatment programs for clients
  • Work with and oversee Behavior Technicians to implement individualized treatment plans as per agency standards and BACB requirements
  • Collect data and graph data as instructed using technological programs, such as Microsoft Excel or behavioral software
  • Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
  • Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
  • Knowledge of medical billing for ABA and navigating insurance is preferred
  • Communicate client progress and cases to assigned Director
  • Be able to work with a diverse team of professionals to provide the best behavioral services possible to clients
  • Attend staff trainings and agency meetings
  • Other job duties as assigned by the Regional Director/CEO


Don't just get hired with a company - be part of a business family that cares about you, the clients, and their families, wholeheartedly.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume (letters of recommendation will be required before hire - feel free to include).

Thank you for your interest and time, and we look forward to connecting

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: competitive & dependent on licensure & experience

License:
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst/Licensed Behavior Analyst


Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance


Compensation Package:
  • Signing bonus


Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday


Work Location: On the road

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