Behavior Analyst in Training

About the role

This role is designed for individuals who are actively in their coursework to become a BCBA and are accruing practicum hours. The Lead Case Supervisor role prepares an individual to be a successful BCBA upon completing their hours and passing their exam. The role reports to the Local Clinical Trainer (BCBA) at the team member’s specific clinic. The Behavior Analyst In Training / Lead Case Supervisor role is also part of the new Apex Program, which elevates how Soar develops and supports team members as they pursue a career as a BCBA. The program includes enhanced programming for practicum students and building community with peers across centers.

This role is intended for individuals who are within 6–9 months of testing to become a BCBA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a case supervisor for 3–5 client cases (20 paid unrestricted hours/week), set based on center needs and program progress
• Update client goals and programming, utilizing the electronic data collection platform
• Provide direct supervision to a team of RBTs
• Participate in ESDM-specific trainings, growing clinical skillset
• Write Behavior Intervention Plans, utilizing the Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill Based Treatment (SBT)
• Meet with families to conduct Family Treatment Guidance meetings and support, utilizing Soar’s in-house curriculum
• Conduct and write assessment reports for new clients and re-assessments for established clients, including training on the Vineland, QABF, FAST, and the ESDM Curriculum Checklist
• Receive coaching and feedback from Partner Clinician and other BCBAs in the clinic
• Be part of the Soar integrated care team, participating in interdisciplinary meetings with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Psychologists
• Conduct direct client therapy (10–20 hours/week), set based on center needs and program progress

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or recently completed a Master’s program for ABA
• Be within ~400–600 hours (or less) of completing all practicum hours to be eligible to sit for the BCBA Exam
• Demonstrate excellent skills in building rapport and trust with families as a behavior therapist
• Demonstrate emerging skills in case conceptualization and client programming and planning
• Demonstrate emerging skills in coaching and supervising RBTs to implement ESDM therapy
• Desire to learn and grow and accept feedback

Benefits

• Mission deeply focused on care quality for kids and their families
• Competitive compensation package
• Quality medical, dental, and vision plans
• Hiring incentives
• Company 401K with company contribution
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and personal days
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing organization
• Paid unrestricted hours

Pay

• Base pay: $22.50 – $28.50/hour
• $2,000 signing bonus upon offer
• $2,000 signing bonus plus an additional $5,000 once you pass your BCBA exam

Schedule

• Full-time, hourly position
• 1 additional week of PTO to prepare and study for the BCBA exam
• High-quality study materials provided once within 6–9 months of testing
• Guaranteed BCBA role at Soar following the passing of the BCBA exam and meeting program expectations (location depends on local staffing needs)

Support and training

• Dedicated ongoing supervision, training, and feedback from Local Clinical Trainer (BCBA) and other BCBAs in your center
• Culture that lives out Soar’s Values: High Expectations that raise the bar, Collaboration that brings the team together, and Fun you can feel the moment you walk into our centers