Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Clinical Trainer

Job Title: Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Trainer

Reports to: Director of Clinical Services

Education: Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education or other related field, is required.

Certification/License: BCBA required; MD and VA (or must be willing to obtain both licensures).

Summary: Providing leadership and organizational management in the following areas: client programming; behavior interventions; staff development; classroom management; and parent training. In addition to training new and upcoming BCBAs and (R)BTs on the proper protocol and procedures in accordance with Ally policy and standards. This position will operate as a billable trainer and have a corresponding billable hour requirement.

Ally Behavior Centers is a center-based early intensive behavioral intervention program designed to help children with autism fulfill their potential. Our focus is on building communication, social, and adaptive skills and decreasing problem behaviors.

Essential Experience, Responsibilities, and Skills

• Maintain the billable hour requirement in accordance with the onboarding cadence. Minimum of 6 hours per week during an onboarding class, minimum of 15 hours per week in the absence of an onboarding class.
• Work collaboratively with others, such as OTs, SLPs, BCaBAs, ABA Therapists, government/educational employees
• Effectively communicate Ally regulations, policies, and procedures to onboardings staff.
• Engage new hires and assist in setting expectations, enrolling them in required courses, and tracking progress/completion.
• Tracking new hires progress daily and ensuring adherence to the onboarding schedule. Escalating concerns or violations to an appropriate party as necessary.
• Supervise behavior technicians assigned to the caseload including providing training and supervision on the child's treatment plan, intervention techniques, timely data collection and entry, interobserver agreement and fidelity checks.
• Partner with the Recruitment and Operations teams in regards to new hires and current staff transitions.
• Creation of internal and external accounts as needed.
• Provide one-on-one services to clients if necessary.
• Evaluate and provide ongoing feedback and trainings to staff
• Collaborate with other members of the team in a positive and professional way
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Sound understanding of the Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Work with new BCBAs to establish an understanding of assessment methods, Central Reach use, and other essential functions associated with the role.
• Lead weekly onboarding meetings and training sessions

Desired Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst and state licensure where required
• Well rounded knowledge of ABA Principles
• Proficient in public speaking and group facilitation
• Ability to assess, treat, and problem solve behavior intervention and skill-building programs
• Professional Development and Training
• Attend all mandatory staff and team meetings, lead onboarding classes
• Maintain BACB Certification and relevant state licensure
• Attend monthly trainings and professional development opportunities, as required
• Complete Ally Behavior Centers specific and required trainings during an initial 90-day probationary period from start date - HIPAA compliance
• Sit on the floor, kneel, crawl, squat or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, reach, and hold objects
• Lift 30 pounds
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities

Benefits

• Full health, vision, and dental
• Bonuses based on personal and company performance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid holidays

Key Metrics (including but not limited to)

• Punctuality / Professionalism
• Receptiveness to professional feedback and openness to professional development
• Programming and training consistent with Ally philosophy
• Accurately record and audit data in Central Reach and submit SOAP notes in a timely manner
• Training outcomes of new clinical staff

Note: This position is NOT eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Ally Behavior is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status.