Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA or QASP-S)

Description

An Assistant Behavior Analyst blends the role of a mid-tier supervisor role with a direct therapy provider. This position requires Board Certification as a BCaBA from the BACB or QASP-S from QABA.

The Assistant Behavior Analyst provides one-to-one behavioral health interventions to children between the ages of 2-21 years old with autism or related disorders and supervises Behavior Techs, provides caregiver training to families, and assists with assessments while receiving supervision from a BCBA.

This position requires in-person work with clients at least 4 days/week, with client sessions varying in length and location within Centre County. Indirect work may be completed from home as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Caseload Services and Oversight

Carry an assigned caseload of 4-5 clients requiring in-person clinical oversight in a three-tiered therapy model

Conduct assessments including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, ABAS-3, and other tools as clinically indicated, with oversight from BCBA.

Assist in the development and updating of individualized treatment plans (ITPs). Disseminate ITP updates to the treatment team.

• Review client data and session documentation regularly and make treatment modifications as needed.
• Write and review session notes, IBHS supervision notes, and clinical documentation.

Provide face-to-face behavioral interventions and implement Individualized Treatment Plans (ITP) when providing direct services.

• Supervision, Training & Clinical Leadership
• Provide direct supervision and training to Direct Therapists (RBTs, BHTs, ABCs) as assigned
• Plan and lead group supervision and individual supervision according to Pennsylvania's IBHS-ABA Regulations
• Conduct in-person and telehealth supervision sessions, observations, and provide competency-based feedback.
• Provide caregiver training/guidance and communicate clinical needs with treatment teams as needed
• Implement integrity checks to Direct Therapists to address clinical or procedural needs
• Collaborate with Lead BCBA and Supervising BCBA as needed

Collaboration & Administrative Responsibilities

Attend scheduled supervision and leadership meetings, meeting with Clinical Director(s) and/or Lead BCBA at least 6 hours per month and for at least 5% of billable hours per certification requirements.

Maintain confidentiality and ethical decision-making in accordance with HIPAA, Pennsylvania IBHS-ABA regulations, and Certification Board.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with little notice dependent on client needs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

This position requires travel up to 20% of the time with clients being no more than 40 minutes from Hummingbird’s office, unless specifically agreed upon. Travel between clients is paid, non-billable time.

Benefits

Hummingbird ABA Therapy offers an attractive benefits package to full time employees after 3 months of employment.

All Full Time Clinical Employees Receive

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (55% employer paid)
• Life insurance (100% employer paid)
• Voluntary short term and long term disability insurance
• 9 paid holidays off and 2 paid clinical staff days off
• Tiered PTO with 10-12 accrued days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in first year
• Reimbursement up to $750/year for any trainings, conference attendance, and tuition
• All Employees Receive
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Tuition discounts with any of our academic partners in ABA graduate programs
• Clinical Supervision Program towards Board Certification experience hours
• Discounted phone and gym plans
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness options for qualified PA residents in behavioral health programs
• 90-day and annual performance based raises

Company Provided Mobile Phone And/or Laptop

• All ABA Case Supervisors (Assistant Behavior Analysts, Behavior Consultants, or Behavior Analysts) Receive:
• Base Salary with Generous Monthly Billable Hour Bonuses (earn up to an additional $5,400+ per year)

Materials Reimbursement for Client/staff Required Materials

10+ hours of company provided CEUs meeting requirements for BACB and IBAO board certification requirements

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

Applicants Must Meet All of the Following Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in ABA or related field with at least 12 credits of ABA coursework at the graduate level
• Certification as a BCaBA through the BACB or QASP-S through QABA
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in Pennsylvania within the IBHS-ABA field

Other Qualifications

Analytical & Clinical Reasoning Skills

Ability to read and analyze treatment plans. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries regarding clients and / or families.

Ability to document data and effectively consult with the lead clinician both verbally and in writing. Ability to transfer skills to the caregivers.

Ability to analyze behavioral data, identify trends, and recommend appropriate treatment modifications.

Ability to apply clinical judgment to complex situations and draw data-based conclusions.

Ability to use basic mathematical and analytical skills relevant to data interpretation and progress monitoring.

Professional Skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a remote work environment.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive client information in compliance with HIPAA and IBHS requirements.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with staff, families, and internal stakeholders.

Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple clinical responsibilities systematically.