Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Clinic base

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Above and Beyond Therapy, your core responsibilities will include conducting intake evaluations, designing individualized treatment plans, supervising behavior technicians, and providing support during family consultations. You’ll be focused on delivering top-tier ABA therapy, ensuring that clients achieve their behavioral and adaptive skills goals while enjoying the collaborative and creative support of the team.

To become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Above and Beyond Therapy, a valid BCBA certificate is essential. Additionally, it’s important to have experience working with children and teens diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel between appointments are also required to succeed in this role.

Above and Beyond Therapy offers a generous benefits package for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), including manageable caseloads, paid maternity leave, and free health, dental, vision, and life insurance. You will also enjoy a 401K dollar-for-dollar match, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for continuing education units (CEUs), alongside bonuses that reward your hard work and commitment.

At Above and Beyond Therapy, professional growth is a foundational element of our work culture. We offer various mentorship and training opportunities to enhance your skills as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Our supportive team prioritizes collaboration, ensuring that you feel empowered to share ideas, grow your expertise, and make a significant impact on our clients’ lives.

The salary for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Above and Beyond Therapy ranges from $85,000 to $95,000 annually, dependent on the state and experience levels. This competitive compensation reflects our commitment to rewarding the invaluable work our BCBAs do in providing exemplary care to children and their families.

When answering this question, share specific examples from your previous roles as a BCBA. Discuss important aspects like how you assess clients’ needs, the methodologies you use to craft personalized treatment plans, and how you measure progress and make adjustments over time.

Demonstrate your conflict resolution skills by describing a specific situation where you managed disagreements. Highlight your communication techniques, such as active listening and empathy, and how you collaborated to create a solution that benefited all parties involved, especially the clients.

Focus on discussing structured training programs you have implemented, including direct supervision, shadowing, and hands-on practice. Emphasize your approach to giving constructive feedback and fostering an environment that encourages continuous learning among behavior technicians.

Explain your methodologies for data collection, such as what specific metrics you track for client progress. Discuss how you analyze this data for trends and insights, and how these findings influence your treatment plans and decisions.

Share your belief in the importance of family involvement in therapy. Highlight how you create partnerships with families by providing education and support, ensuring they feel empowered to participate fully in their child’s treatment.

Discuss your commitment to ethical practices as a BCBA, emphasizing your understanding of the BACB guidelines. Describe your decision-making processes that take into account the best interests of clients and your ongoing adherence to professional standards.

Detail a specific challenging case you handled. Present the client’s challenges, your strategic approach, and how your interventions led to successful outcomes. This will showcase your expertise and problem-solving skills.

Talk about the evidence-based techniques you prefer, such as discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, or task analysis. Illustrate with real-world examples how you have applied these techniques successfully.

Mention your dedication to ongoing education and professional development. Discuss how you attend workshops, read current research publications, or engage with professional organizations to stay informed about the latest trends and advancements in ABA.

Articulate the qualities of successful BCBAs, such as knowledge, empathy, effective communication, and teamwork. Explain how these attributes contribute to achieving positive outcomes for clients and fostering a supportive environment for colleagues.