Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our growing Colorado team in a part-time, hourly position. Our program uses a parent-led, team-based ABA model that places caregivers at the center of treatment while also utilizing Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to support implementation, modeling, and skill development.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical leadership for assigned cases and work collaboratively with caregivers and RBTs; Conduct initial and ongoing behavioral and skills assessments; Develop individualized, function-based treatment plans based on the needs and priorities of the child and family; Provide ongoing caregiver coaching and parent-led ABA services; Teach caregivers how to implement behavioral and skill-building strategies within everyday routines; Model interventions and provide supportive, practical feedback to caregivers; Develop meaningful goals related to communication, social engagement, adaptive skills, emotional and behavioral regulation, safety, independence, play, and daily living; Develop clear treatment protocols that can be implemented consistently by caregivers and RBTs; Provide clinical supervision, modeling, feedback, and direction to RBTs; Observe RBT implementation and make treatment modifications based on client response and data; Support RBTs in effectively modeling strategies for caregivers and promoting generalization across people, routines, and environments; Use naturalistic and developmentally appropriate teaching strategies whenever appropriate; Review treatment data and caregiver feedback to evaluate progress; Modify treatment strategies and goals based on client progress and changing family needs; Conduct reassessments and update treatment plans as clinically appropriate; Coordinate care with schools, medical providers, therapists, and other members of the client's treatment team when appropriate; Maintain accurate, timely, and clinically appropriate documentation; Participate in team meetings, consultation, and case collaboration as needed; Maintain services consistent with BACB ethical requirements, payer requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations

Requirements

Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing; Master's degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education, or a related field; Ability to meet Colorado and payer requirements for providing behavior-analytic services; Experience conducting assessments and developing individualized treatment plans; Knowledge of functional assessment and function-based intervention; Strong understanding of ABA principles and evidence-based intervention; Ability to supervise, train, and provide effective clinical feedback to RBTs; Ability to independently analyze client progress and make clinically appropriate treatment modifications; Strong caregiver coaching and interpersonal skills; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Strong organization and time-management skills; Ability to complete clinical documentation within required timelines; Ability to provide in-person services in Grand Junction and surrounding areas; Reliable transportation for travel to client service locations; Commitment to ethical, compassionate, individualized care; Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain upon hire; Crisis prevention/intervention certification or willingness to complete employer-required crisis intervention training; Successful completion of required criminal background checks and screenings; Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance; Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and transition between floor and standing positions throughout sessions; Ability to sit and engage in activities on the floor with children; Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; Ability to respond quickly and safely when client behavior presents an immediate safety concern; Ability to implement approved safety and crisis-response procedures when clinically necessary and within the employee's training; Ability to work in home and community environments that may involve varying noise levels, movement, and activity; Ability to use a computer or mobile device for data collection, documentation, communication, and other job-related responsibilities; Ability to maintain client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, BACB ethical requirements, and organizational policies

Nice to have

Experience providing caregiver or parent training; Experience with parent-led or caregiver-mediated ABA; Experience working with young children and families; Experience with autism and other developmental disabilities; Experience with Natural Environment Teaching (NET) and other naturalistic approaches; Experience working with Medicaid-funded ABA programs; Experience supervising and developing RBTs; Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams