Center-Based ABA Fieldwork Mentee
Autism Care Partners
Summary
The Mentee's main objective is to prepare for the role of Behavior Analyst by:
Job description
What you'll be doing at Autism Care Partners
The Mentee's main objective is to prepare for the role of Behavior Analyst by:
- implementing ABA treatment goals in 1:1 client sessions with high fidelity
- meeting mastery criteria across six defined competencies as outlined in Phase 1 of the ACP Fieldwork Standards Guide
- adhering to all components of the ACP Supervised Fieldwork Contract
- meeting the expectations for supervised fieldwork put forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position
- Perform all the duties of a Phase 1 Fieldwork Mentee as defined in job description
- Provide scheduled 1:1 direct ABA treatment with clients for an average of 75% of hours worked each week
- Allocate paid non-billable time to tasks defined as "unrestricted" by the BCBA Handbook for an average of 25% of hours worked each week
- Display qualities appropriate for a role model
- Model flexibility with team changes
- Address concerns in a fair and constructive manner
- Present a willingness to help
- Build rapport with all therapy team members
- Promote a positive work environment
- Participate cultural initiatives
- Other duties as assigned
Competencies
- Enthusiasm and positive can-do attitude
- Experience working and playing with young children primarily ages 2-6 years old
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team as well as independently
- Patience with working with children
- Communicate well in both verbal and written forms
- Willingness to take direction from BCBA
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Effective role model qualities
Education and Experience
- Education: Must be either enrolled in behavior analytic coursework, or have matriculated toward a degree in behavior analysis, or have completed a verified course sequence in behavior analysis
- Licensures: Completion of RBT certification within 90 days
Physical Demands
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
- Must be able to frequently assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) while attending to the needs of active children
- Must be willing and able to utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan while working with challenging behavior
Additional Requirements
- No prior criminal history
- Ability to utilize technology
- Strong computer skills required – Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Windows
- Specific computer skills required – Central Reach
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Requirements
- Enrolled in behavior analytic coursework, or matriculated toward a degree in behavior analysis, or completed a verified course sequence in behavior analysis
- Completion of RBT certification within 90 days
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs
- Must be able to frequently assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing)
- Must be willing and able to utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan
- No prior criminal history
- Ability to utilize technology
- Strong computer skills required – Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Windows
- Specific computer skills required – Central Reach
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Experience working and playing with young children primarily ages 2-6 years old
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team as well as independently
- Patience with working with children
- Communicate well in both verbal and written forms
- Willingness to take direction from BCBA
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 11 PTO Days
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
- Clinical Supervision
- Guaranteed Weekly Hours
- No Weekends
Company overview
Autism Care Partners is a specialized healthcare provider focused on delivering comprehensive treatment and support services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The organization operates as a network of autism treatment centers that provide evidence-based interventions, including applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills training. Their multidisciplinary approach integrates clinical expertise with family-centered care to address the unique needs of each individual across the lifespan. Autism Care Partners emphasizes early intervention programs for children while also offering services for adolescents and adults with autism. The organization is committed to improving quality of life outcomes through personalized treatment plans, caregiver education, and community integration support. Their services typically include diagnostic assessments, individualized therapy programs, school consultation, and transition planning services. As a specialized healthcare provider in the autism treatment sector, Autism Care Partners plays a crucial role in addressing the growing need for accessible, high-quality autism care services across communities.