Clinician (BCBA)

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The primary role of the agency clinician is to provide clinical services to their assigned caseload and assist the Clinical Director in activities relating to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the clinical supports provided to the agency.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*

Ø Carry caseload as assigned by the Clinical Director. Responsibilities include development of Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Plans, Medication treatment plans, Universal Supports strategies, and other protocols as needed.

Ø Training and follow up on trained material per caseload need.

Ø Conduct routine observation of program settings, which relate to levels of activity, staff engagement, consumer engagement, and the integrity of individualized clinical supports as directed by the Director of Clinical Services.

Ø Weekly and monthly site visits conducted for clinical observation and in-vivo staff modeling of clinical procedures as well as Universal Supports

Ø Work a flexible schedule that allows for a variety of different observation times on first and second shift (10am – 6pm, subject to change based on individual client need).

Ø Coordinates with all staff to assist in the accuracy, reliability, and validity of behavioral data used to empirically assess the progress or lack thereof of Positive Behavior Support plans developed for the individuals who attend Cape Abilities programs, and participates in the professional clinical review of programs as needed.

Ø Compile and present collected data to stakeholders as needed (Prescribers, DDS Service Coordinators, Program Managers, Parents/Guardians, etc.)

Ø Provide Competency-Based staff training to supervisory staff and assists in the pyramidal training process across program settings, relating to the implementation Universal Positive Behavior Supports.

Ø Meet with the Clinical Services Team to review status of activities and planning on a weekly basis.

Ø Participate in special projects related to program design, training, and implementation as directed by the Clinical Director.

Ø Develop and maintain positive working relationship with program staff, and assist in staff training activities as designated by the Clinical Services Team.

Ø Participate in the on-boarding of new staff in both Orientation, as well as program specific training.

Ø Conduct QUIC assessments as needed based on the PBS Action Plan and as directed by the Director of Clinical Servies

Ø Assist in the coordination of clinical referrals, trainings and updates of Positive Behavior Support Plans

Ø Participate in the creation and review of restrictive practices including but not limited to oversight of implementation, presentation to the Human Rights Committee and follow up.

Ø Oversee the implementation of Universal Supports as well as other trained interventions in all programs

Ø Participate in the creation of data collection systems, including data reporting, graphing and interpretation

Ø Participate in the Positive Behavior Supports Action Plan Development and Implementation

Ø Attend meetings as an extension of the Clinical Department

Ø Participate in and conduct Clinical Audits as needed and directed by Clinical Director

Ø Conduct Behavioral Evaluations for assigned programs

Ø Train staff in the approved CPRR curriculum as determined by the agency (Safety Care)

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ø All other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Ø Leading/Directing Others: Exhibits confidence in self and others; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates; lays out work in a fair, well-planned, and organized manner; inspires, motivates, challenges and provides support to others to perform well and fulfill the vision; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others; is a clear communicator.

Ø Total Quality Management: Is dedicated to providing the highest quality services that meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers; is committed to continuous improvement through empowerment and performance management; creates a learning environment leading to the most efficient and effective work processes.

Ø Vision and Purpose: Demonstrates a compelling and inspired vision or sense of core purpose; creates milestones to rally support behind the vision.

Ø Adaptability: Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; inspires others to be adaptable to change.

Ø Ethics, Values and Diversity: Promotes an appropriate and effective work environment and strives to ensure that the agency’s core values and beliefs are applied during all circumstances; genuinely cares about people; deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures, disabilities, ages, lifestyle choices and genders; supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all; adheres to and promotes the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); advocates for the rights and interests of individuals with disabilities to maximize their potential in the programs and communities of their choice.

Ø Integrity and Trust: Is respectful, truthful, and transparent; keeps confidences; takes ownership and responsibility for decisions and outcomes.

Ø Problem Solving and Judgment: Probes all useful and constructive sources to find pertinent answers; can analyze issues, identify problems and work toward appropriate solutions; collaborates with others or as part of a team; displays willingness to make decisions; makes timely decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Ø Oral and Written Communications: Speaks clearly, appropriately, and effectively with a diverse group of individuals; is an active listener and gets clarification when necessary; participates constructively in meetings; is able to write clearly and succinctly; is able to communicate clearly in a variety of settings and situations.

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ø Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology or other related disciplines, and 5 years professional experience working with elderly or disabled Individuals.

Ø Masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, or equivalent

Ø Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification

Ø Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst Certification

Ø Must possesses a driver’s license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Ø Certified or willing and capable of being certified in the Crisis Prevention Training (i.e., Safety Care, C.P.I., etc.)

Ø Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ø Capable of working a flexible schedule as directed to meet the clinical support needs of program settings as well as interfacing with the clinical support team.

Ø In office in Hyannis, MA and off site at various programs around Cape Cod

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a c