What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Center position at Centria Autism?
Every child deserves the brightest future and Centria Autism Services is on a mission to help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have the best developmental experience possible while acquiring the skills to succeed in the world on their own terms. Too many children with ASD are untreated or undertreated and Centria is committed to reaching every child in need and their families with interventions based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis that meet – and exceed -- best practices. Our Optimal Outcomes Model (TM) looks at the whole-child, engages families in aspirational treatment planning and leverages team-based care to allow BCBA’s to focus on clinical issues and support Centria’s dedication to quality, family satisfaction and developmental outcomes. Founded in 2009, Centria now operates in 13 states and is working hard to develop approaches to sustain quality while reaching tens of thousands of children across the country; we use data-driven analytics and sophisticated software platforms to constantly evaluate our quality and performance, and develop new approaches to supporting our clients and their families on their journey.
Who we are looking for
Centria is looking to hire compassionate, professional, and flexible clinicians to support individuals with various needs. Ideal candidates are independent, forward-thinking, and solution-oriented individuals who are passionate about both the science of behavior and the families we serve.
Role Highlights
- Receive one-of-a-kind Supervising Clinician Mentorships from our dedicated Clinical Excellence Team.
- Innovative ABA-based assessment and treatment practices, including but not limited to Practical Functional Assessment and Skills-Based Treatment.
- Comprehensive Treatment Package and Framework to support a family-directed treatment plans.
- Opportunities for career development and advanced training.
- Dedicated clinician-led data collection software that provides prediction models to ensure successful clinical outcomes.
Why work for Centria?
- Company-wide shift towards child-informed therapy with the use of PFA/SBT that includes 1-on-1 mentorship program, with continued training and special case support starting at onboarding
- Yearly tropical vacation (after one year) for the employee 1 (all inclusive - airfare, lodging, drinks/food)
- Competitive salary and benefits, including a 401k with match and quarterly bonus plan.
- Fast-growing organization with career paths to become a Lead, Clinical Director, or Area Vice President.
- Company car for in-home clinicians after 6 months of employment
- Innovating ABA services with state-of-the art therapy applications.
- Dedicated Support Center to assist you and your technicians with the resolution of administrative issues.
- Access to hundreds of retail and service discounts, including pet insurance.
Benefits
- $1500 annual CEU reimbursement
- Free Centria-hosted quarterly CEU events
- Company laptop issued for business and personal use and $35 cell phone reimbursement
- 401K with 4% employer match
- Monthly Bonus
- Health, dental and vision benefits, 15 days PTO, 7 paid holidays
- $100 per quarter for office supplies, Per client stipend for supplies each quarter, $10/month for each client to purchase supplies as needed
Centria Clinical Values
Centria Clinical Values include the “Foundational Values” and “Transformative Values”. Each is interconnected and represent our core values as well as where our services are oriented towards to achieve outcomes.
Foundational Values
- Safe
- Client-centered
- Dignified
Transformative Values
- Prioritized
- Evidence-based
- Embrace every moment
Position Summary
The Supervising Clinician will provide support to individuals and their families by coordinating and providing Applied Behavior Analysis, function analyses and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills. This position is considered a leadership role within Centria. The ideal candidate will develop a client’s treatment plans and supervise Behavior Technicians to implement such programs. Behavior Technicians will rely on their BCBA to assist them in overcoming challenges and answering questions about their day-to-day client interactions. Solid communication skills and openness to feedback are necessary. The Supervising Clinician should be organized and self-sufficient to perform in this role successfully.
Success measures include clinical outcomes, client retention, behavior technician engagement and retention, and overall team performance.
Essential Responsibilities
Activities include but are not limited to:
- Provide clinical oversight to clientele to drive compliance and retention to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Train, manage, and retain a team of Behavior Technicians who directly report to the Supervising Clinician.
- Engage parents in ABA therapy to improve client outcomes
- Develop child-specific behavior plans in accordance with the principles of ABA therapy.
- Attend corporate meetings and training as scheduled.
- Provide supervision for staff seeking board certification in behavior analysis or registered behavior technician.
- Promote the growth of Centria’s mission and values and assist in the pursuit of collaborative opportunities within the field and the community.
- Demonstrate commitment to the families we support.
- Promote the growth of Centria Healthcare and assist in the pursuit of business opportunities.
- Develop own professional skill through participation in continued education, advanced trainings, and mentorship provided by Centria.
Pay Rate: $75,000 - $85,000 plus bonus
Working Conditions
- Centria's office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, with primary hours conducted after school hours (3:00 pm – 8:00 pm).
- The work location varies on a case-by-case basis and can include the client's home, a company facility, or
community. - Additional time or flex schedules may be required to complete the above work or meet company objectives.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the team member may be exposed to a client who exhibits physically aggressive behavior, which can include kicking, pinching, punching, biting, etc. The team member may have to use appropriate behavior management techniques with a client under such circumstances. Such a response requires agility, quick reflexes, and the ability to use physically evasive movement. The team member will be required to stand, walk, sit, grasp, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, squat, hear, type, and write. The team member will also be exposed to normal office conditions and usual office equipment such as phone, computer, copiers, files, etc. The team member must be able to independently push, pull, lift, move, and carry objects weighing up to thirty-five (35) lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near, far, and field of vision.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, Veteran status, or disability status. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000
