Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA)

Job Description Job Description Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $85,000 - $98,000 annually, annual incentive bonus, generous benefits Additional Benefits: Up to $10,000 signing bonus (based on experience) + performance-based incentive bonuses, generous benefits **At Least 1 Year of Experience Required** Position Overview The Helm ABA is a boutique autism therapy provider focused on individualized care for each child and support for the whole family. The BCBA is responsible for delivering high-quality clinical care, overseeing treatment implementation, and supporting both clients and staff to achieve meaningful outcomes. This role requires a strong commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in socially valid ABA interventions, effective team leadership, and family-centered service delivery. Treatment Planning & Clinical Programming ● Develop individualized, socially valid treatment plans with behaviorally defined, measurable goals ● Align programming with standardized assessments (e.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS, Vineland-3, SSIS) ● Ensure treatment plans include clear mastery criteria, generalization strategies, and fading/maintenance procedures ● Balance skill acquisition programming with behavior reduction goals ● Continuously update and modify treatment plans based on client data and progress ● Ensure programming reflects caregiver priorities and meaningful client outcomes ● Maintain clinical integrity and consistency across all assigned cases Authorization Compliance & Timely Documentation ● Complete treatment plans, reauthorizations, and supporting documentation within required timelines ● Utilize data analysis, graphing, and clinical justification to support medical necessity ● Maintain documentation in alignment with payer requirements and organizational standards ● Ensure all clinical records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready ● Prevent lapses in service due to documentation delays ● Collaborate with internal teams to support efficient authorization processes Supervision, Coaching & Staff Development ● Provide ongoing supervision to RBTs using Behavior Skills Training (BST) ● Conduct direct observation and in-session coaching to ensure fidelity of implementation ● Perform fidelity checks and provide corrective guidance as needed ● Develop RBT clinical reasoning, independence, and problem-solving skills ● Ensure consistent and accurate implementation of treatment protocols across staff ● Adjust supervision approaches based on individual RBT performance and development needs Performance Feedback & Quality Assurance for RBTs ● Deliver immediate, behavior-specific, and actionable feedback to RBTs ● Use direct observation and client data to inform feedback ● Reinforce correct implementation and address performance gaps effectively ● Provide clear expectations and follow-up to ensure sustained improvement ● Monitor RBT performance trends and address recurring concerns proactively ● Maintain quality assurance through ongoing observation, coaching, and performance monitoring Caregiver Training & Generalization Outcomes ● Conduct caregiver training using Behavior Skills Training (BST): instruction, modeling, rehearsal, and feedback ● Develop functional caregiver goals aligned with family priorities and needs ● Promote generalization of skills across environments, caregivers, and daily routines ● Monitor, document, and support caregiver competency over time ● Ensure caregivers are equipped to independently implement behavior-analytic strategies ● Maintain consistency, structure, and effectiveness in all parent training efforts Leadership, Collaboration & Clinical Initiative ● Model The Helm ABA's core values, professionalism, and clinical integrity ● Provide leadership, guidance, and support to clinical team members ● Contribute to a collaborative, positive, and growth-oriented clinical environment ● Participate in clinical discussions, case reviews, and problem-solving ● Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers (e.g., SLPs, OTs, schools) as appropriate ● Identify and contribute to improvements in clinical and operational processes ● Demonstrate initiative beyond individual caseload responsibilities ● Support team development and contribute to organizational success Required Skills and Qualifications ● Current BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB ● Active Texas licensure (or eligibility) ● Minimum of 1 year of BCBA experience required ● Master's degree in Behavior Analysis or related field ● Strong leadership, organization, and time management skills ● Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills ● Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment ● Demonstrates adaptability, problem-solving, and collaboration Physical Requirements ● Ability to lift up to 50 pounds ● Ability to sit, kneel, bend, and work at a child's level for extended periods ● Ability to actively engage in play and respond to behavioral crises as needed Position Details: Full-time, salaried role range $85,000-$98,000 depending on experience Comprehensive benefits, including 401k, health (medical, dental, and vision), short- and long-term disability Paid holidays and generous PTO Opportunities for incentive bonuses quarterly CEU reimbursement and ongoing support from clinical leadership Onsite, clinic-based role Monday–Friday Don't meet every single requirement? Apply anyway. We value potential, purpose, and personality just as much as experience. Let's navigate this journey together.