ABA Clinician

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Job Summary

This is a direct service position that works one-on-one with children who have special needs. ABA Clinicians focus on increasing communication, social, and verbal behavior skills, as well as decreasing problem behavior, using the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This position reports to the Clinical and Administrative Leadership at the Clinic. This is non-exempt

position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Essential Daily Duties

These duties should be able to be completed with or without reasonable ADA accommodations.

• Preparing for patient session including reviewing previous notes / documents
• Run skill acquisition programs (including Discrete Trial Instruction and NaturalEnvironment Teaching) and teach a variety of skills using ABA principles
• Observe and track behaviors using a variety of data collection methods
• Follow individualized behavior plans, including intervening on problem behavior as outlined in beneficiary’s plan
• Complete end of session tasks not limited to, rendering time worked, completing ABA session documentation
• Learn and use assistive technology and other specialized equipment
• Attend and participate in clinic / company meetings, trainings, case reviews, etc
• Assist with parent trainings by modeling ABA techniques

Other Duties

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have a supervisory role.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional, clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers / tablets, phones, and photocopiers.

Travel

Services are primarily provided in a clinic-based setting, however occasional local travel may be required depending on patient need.

Physical Demands

This is largely an active role. This would require the ability to bend, sit, stand, lift, walk, and diaper a child throughout the day. Lifting requirement range is 5-20 lbs. but may exceed in excess of 20 lbs. in some cases.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Business hours are 8 am – 5 pm. Work schedules may vary depending on location.

Pay

Pay is commensurate with education, experience and credential level. $20-$25 per hour.

Requirements :

Required Education and Experience

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree; company-sponsored RBT Certification is required prior to working independently with a patient (if not acquired prior)

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor’s concentration in a social science; experience applying ABA principles; working with children; RBT certification, QASP / BCaBA Certification

Knowledge of

Computer basics : Microsoft Office basics (word, excel, outlook); Applied Behavior Analysis

basics and characteristics of autism spectrum disorders is preferred

Ability to

Skills