Part-Time Board Certified Behavioral Analyst / BCBA

Overview

As a Contract Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you'll provide high-quality, evidence-based ABA services, lead individualized treatment planning, mentor Behavior Technicians, and partner with families to create lasting outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Provide behavioral and therapeutic support services to consumers, including assessment, evaluation, treatment planning, training, education, and clinical support.
• Conduct behavioral assessments and ongoing evaluations to identify individual needs and guide service planning.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) to support positive outcomes.
• Serve as a liaison with psychiatric providers and other clinical professionals to coordinate care.
• Meet regularly with consumers and their families to provide education, support, and progress updates.
• Respond to behavioral crises and emergencies with appropriate interventions.
• Prepare and submit timely, accurate clinical documentation and written reports.
• Maintain organized and compliant caseload records and documentation.
• Collaborate as an active member of interdisciplinary and professional treatment teams.
• Provide training, coaching, and ongoing support to staff on behavioral intervention strategies and implemented programs.
• Monitor consumer progress and recommend modifications to treatment plans based on data and clinical observations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to evaluate behavior, skills, and needs.
• Develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) based on assessment results and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to refine diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
• Design and implement evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
• Continuously monitor and adjust treatment plans to reflect progress and address emerging needs.
• Apply ABA techniques to improve social, communication, academic, and daily living skills.
• Implement strategies to reduce maladaptive behaviors and promote positive behavior changes.
• Collect and analyze data on behavior and progress to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and make data-driven decisions.
• Maintain detailed records and prepare reports to track patient progress and communicate with stakeholders.
• Educate and support parents and caregivers in understanding ASD and implementing behavioral strategies at home.
• Provide guidance on managing challenging behaviors and enhancing communication and social skills.
• Work closely with other professionals, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educators, to ensure a cohesive approach to treatment.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and share insights to optimize care plans and outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and other direct support staff, providing training and feedback to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and offer professional development opportunities for team members.
• Engage with community resources and support networks to enhance the client's social and environmental integration.
• Ensure that all interventions and practices adhere to ethical guidelines, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay current with developments in the field of behavior analysis and autism treatment, integrating new research and best practices into clinical work.
• Address and manage crisis situations effectively, utilizing de-escalation techniques and ensuring the safety of the client and others.
• Complete and finalize daily clinical documentation within SpringHealth's EHR.
• Assist in developing procedures for training materials for staff with the purpose of enhancing programs for clients and ensuring that program operations are in compliance with established guidelines.
• Complete monthly and quarterly notes outlining the client's progression through goals.

Qualifications

• Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing with the BACB.
• Active Tennessee licensure (or ability to obtain).
• Must have experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis programming with behavioral intervention.
• Review and interpret highly technical information; write technical materials; and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define core issues and draw conclusions.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies required include age-appropriate activities/behaviors; understanding of CPT codes/payor rules/regulations/policies; language grammar/punctuation/spelling/vocabulary; and research-based accepted treatment modalities and assessment.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing for extended periods, infrequent lifting to 50 pounds, frequent pushing, pulling, reaching, turning, twisting, bending, stooping, and squatting, walking, and climbing.