Job Description
Job Description
Licensed Behavior Specialist / BCBA Contractor
SPIN, located in Northeast Philadelphia, is a non-profit human services organization which was founded in 1970. The organization provides supports to individuals with mental, physical and sensorial disabilities as well as their families in a variety of ways. SPIN, Inc. assists over 2,000 infants, children and adults with various integrated activities including early childhood programs, residences, employment and support services. The organization’s hallmark is its determination to make available to its consumers an enriched world of experience that is supportive, inclusive and based on individual choice.
In the role of a SPIN Licensed Behavioral Specialist / or BCBA you will be responsible for the following :
- Conducts environmental and functional assessments of behavior, determines the need for intervention, and completes reports within designated time frames.
- Provides direct consultation in program development and interventions utilizing the best practice and methods of applied behavior analysis, positive approaches, and human learning across settings.
- Conducts skills assessments, such as the VB-MAPP or AFLS, for ABA programming
- Completes on site fidelity checks for BHT’s to ensure that the treatment plan is being implemented accurately.
- Provides input and / or feedback supported by data collection for analysis on an ongoing basis to all team members on the progress of individual plans to support continuous growth and the delivery of quality service.
- May provide supervision to other employees seeking certification as a BCBA.
- Assist with initial RBT assessments and Assessment and Assistance (A&A) for onboarding BHTs, as assigned
- Adheres to all Federal and agency regulations in regard to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in adherence to ethical practices.
- Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy environment and promotes the physical and emotional well-being of all, thorough person-centered supports
- Identifies the needs of the individual for the community supports, working with the community connections including, but not limited to, other organizations.
- Supports the individuals to develop and enhance friendships, family connections and other relationships by teaching skills, providing opportunities and building on individual strengths and capabilities.
- Attends, participates, and if appropriate facilitates team meetings, including emergency team meetings and communicates effectively with the team regarding caseload changes
- Collaborates with all team members (BCM, clinical team, etc.) including individuals and / or their families to develop person centered plans that support informed choice and lead towards the achievement of chosen outcomes.
Remuneration :
Payment is agreed upon per direct hour which includes direct observation and consultation, face to face evaluations, data analysis, individual supervisions, group supervision, training required by IBHS regulations and attendance at IEP and interagency team reviews.Cancelled visits, travel, paperwork and other indirect time required according to policy and procedure is not billable.Contractor is responsible for payment of income and self-employment taxes as well as any travel or other expenses.Expectations :
Excellent organizational and time management skillsAbility to analyze data and make data-based decisionsHigh-level communication skills are a must. You will interact with clients, families, school and daycare personnel, other external team members and other SPIN employees in person, via phone and email, through social media and group presentationsDemonstrates sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability and gender issues through daily practices, interactions and encouraging personal choice.Maintains Behavior Specialist licensure or other approved licensure / certification standards through continuing education.The Tools you need :
Master’s degree in Education, Psychology or a related fieldLicensed in PA as a Behavior SpecialistBCBA Certification (Preferred but not required)In the process of completing a certificate program or graduate courses in Applied Behavior AnalysisExperience developing, implementing and training others on ABA programsExperience working with youth with AutismExperience supervising others and delivering feedback is preferredProficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPointValid driver’s license, personal vehicle and insuranceAdditional required information :
Copy of professional liability insuranceCopy of social security cardCopy of health appraisal and Mantoux test results dated within 12 months of start dateCurrent Pennsylvania criminal history record check, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint based criminal history record check and PA Child Abuse history clearanceCopy of completed Mandated Reporter trainingTax form W-9 and subcontractors certificate of non-indebtedness to the City of PhiladelphiaMonday-Friday( Hours varies)