BCBA Intern - NY Reports To: Clinical DirectorGENERAL FUNCTIONSIn this position, the BCBA intern will provide a combination of direct one-to-one instruction and behavior analytic consultation as they work to refine their applied and conceptual repertoires related to the science of behavior analysis in general and Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior specifically. The Post-Masters BCBA Intern will spend a portion of their first year providing direct one-to-one instruction to learners with autism and consultation to classrooms in order to receive training in the implementation of a verbal behavior approach to instructional programs.Completion of this phase of the internship will occur no sooner than 3-8 months and transition to the next phase of training will be determined by employee performance on competencies checklist. Following the direct service portion of training, the second phase of training will consist of a gradual transition of the BCBA Intern to Consulting BCBA and Supervising BCBA. Transition to full responsibilities of a Supervising BCBA will be determined by employee performance on competency checklists.
RESPONSIBILITIESDirect Services Responsibilities- Carry out the treatment and behavior plans developed by the BCBA based on initial and ongoing assessments.
- Meet with BCBA on a regular basis to review duties and responsibilities.
- Receive ongoing supervision from the BCBA and implement feedback and recommendations.
- Teach clients developmentally appropriate functional skills and manage challenging behavior as determined through the client's individualized treatment and/or behavior intervention plan
- Work with individual client or groups of clients within the Natural Environment.
- Responsible for daily upkeep of program materials for designated clients according to guidelines as set forth by BCBA. This includes: data collection, probing, graphing, updating program book(s) and session agenda folder, replenishing daily materials needed for assigned students, organizing and cleaning assigned clients work area.
- Provide the most appropriate and developmentally individualized learning environment for each client of the clinic.
- Interact with parents, guardians and other professionals as needed regarding individual treatment plans and progress meeting information.
- Protect and ensure the health and safety of every child.
- Address any problem that may be occurring.
- Assist clients with health and hygiene practices.
Consultation Responsibilities- Consultation with therapists and teachers to determine instructional needs of individual students through appropriate assessment methods in the areas of academics, social skills, language, functional life skills, etc.
- Focus upon the development of functional communication skills to include vocal responding and alternative methods of communication.
- Make recommendations to support the development of sophisticated language skills for more advanced learners.
- Make recommendations regarding implementation of evidenced-based instructional methods and materials in academic skill areas including reading, math, writing, language, etc.
- Development of classroom/home program data management systems and methods to use data to make instructional decisions.
- Management and instructional methods related to group activities.
- Scheduling of activities and organization of the home or classroom program to maximize the benefit of instruction.
- Interact with parents, guardians and other professionals as needed regarding individual treatment plans and progress meeting information.
- Provide training when requested to home or school-based staff.
- Develop reports, individual treatment plans and behavior reduction plans with measurable objective goals with baseline and mastery criteria in coordination with team members.
- Develop teaching procedures related to hygiene practices
- Develop and present presentation for small and large group professional development opportunities
- Ensure that any and all decisions to implement teaching procedures, interventions, etc. are conducted within all ethical standards.
- Address any problem that may be occurring.
- Participate in staff meetings, mandatory in-service trainings and other meetings as assigned.
Supervision Responsibilities- Participate in selection and evaluations of clients for admissions to the clinic
- Conducting initial assessments including FBAs, VB-MAPPs, EFLs, Social Skills Checklists, etc. developing assessment reports regarding assessment outcomes and developing treatment and behavior intervention plans
- Develop treatment and behavior intervention plans with measurable objective goals with baseline and mastery criteria for all goals
- Update treatment and behavior intervention plans regular and ongoing basis to ensure continued client progress
- Ensure that any and all decision to implement teaching procedures, interventions, etc. are conducted within all ethical standards
- Determination of appropriate schedule for and implementation of direct clinical observation/supervision, treatment planning, and parent training based on insurance authorizations or client need (whichever is greater)
- Monitoring progress and making data-based decisions in a timely manner to ensure progress or efforts to obtain progress are ongoing
- Complete a progress report for each client every 6-8 weeks, schedule brief progress meeting with parents (e.g., 15-20 minutes) within one week of progress report completion
- Schedule re-assessments in coordination with the BCBA-D and Officer Manager at least within 30 days reauthorization period
- Coordinate care with other medical, behavioral, or community providers.
- Oversee the development of Transition and Discharge Plans as appropriate
- Ensuring that direct service providers are maintaining all materials necessary for teaching and monitoring progress
- Maintain client records, document client progress, and ensure the confidentiality of information pertaining to each client
- Maintain supervision notes and documentation in client files that meet the insurance provider guidelines and company policies
- Maintain accurate records regarding BCBA, BCaBA, and RBT supervision
- Responsible for overseeing initial and ongoing staff development and training activities and ensuring that clinic services meet established standards
- Model effective teaching procedures for staff on a regular basis and when new programs or procedures are implemented
- Conduct appropriate competencies on direct service providers according to the performance review guidelines, giving clear and objective feedback and planning for remediation when necessary
- Provide direct and concise feedback to parents and staff to ensure all teaching procedures are being understood and executed properly.
- Identify areas of concerns or questions regarding clients, staff, schedules, etc. to discuss during supervision meetings with BCBA-D
- Schedule meetings with direct service providers as necessary to address questions, concerns, remediate areas from competencies, etc.
- Be readily accessible to (either in person or via phone) to staff for any concerns or questions during sessions.
Other Responsibilities- Must complete the 8-Hour Supervision Training Required by the BACB and receive 3 CEUs per certification cycle to remain in good standing.
- Represent yourself and the clinic in a professional and courteous manner.
- Adhere to and maintain the integrity of the All Points Licensed Behavior Analysts' values
- Protect and ensure the health and safety of every client
- Adhere to approved company policies, procedures and philosophies, most critically HIPAA, FERPA, and confidentiality requirements.
SKILLSKnowledge of the principles and procedures of Applied Behavior Analysis.Knowledge Skinner's Analysis of Verbal Behavior.Successful experience as a teacher or other special education-related related positionAbility to demonstrate effective leadership skills in group settingsAbility to communicate effectively, orally and in written form, with staff, parents, and other professionals.DiplomacyNegotiationsOrganizationPlanningProfessionalismProject ManagementMath AptitudeTime ManagementAbility to lift 30 LBS
REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO PROVIDING SERVICEEducation and Certifications- Master's Degree from an accredited University Required
- Behavior Analysis Board Certification Required
- License in Applied Behavior Analyst from the State of New York Required to being providing supervision
- CPR/BLS Certification - preferred
- 8-Hour BACB Supervision Training and 3 Supervision CEUs per certification cycle required to provide Supervision
Additional Training- All new BCBAs must complete the All Points Licensed Behavior Analysts New Hire Training Program prior to beginning to provide services
- Must complete relevant HIPAA and OSHA training
Experience- Documented evidence of strong background in the application of behavioral principles with clients with autism.
- Documentation of effective consultation skills related to the assessment, development and implementation of programs for children with autism.
- Documentation of training or coursework on Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior
- At least 3 years working in the field of behavior analysis
Other- All new employees are subject to background checks and must be cleared before working with clients
- Must have reliable form of transportation and current insurances