Behavior Analyst in Training

About the role

This role is designed for individuals who are actively completing a Master’s program in ABA and accruing practicum hours toward becoming a BCBA. It prepares candidates to become successful BCBAs upon completing their hours and passing the exam. The Lead Case Supervisor reports to the Local Clinical Trainer (BCBA) at their specific clinic and participates in the Apex Program, which enhances development and support for practicum students while building peer community across centers. Ideal candidates are within 6–9 months of testing for the BCBA exam.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a case supervisor for 3–5 client cases (20 paid unrestricted hours per week), with potential for increased caseload and hours as testing approaches and based on local center growth and availability
• Update client goals and programming using the electronic data collection platform
• Provide direct supervision to a team of RBTs
• Participate in ESDM-specific trainings to grow clinical skillset
• Write Behavior Intervention Plans using the Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill Based Treatment (SBT)
• Meet with families to conduct Family Treatment Guidance meetings using 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 per week), based on center needs and program progress

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or recently completed a Master’s program in ABA
• Within approximately 400–600 hours (or fewer) of completing all practicum hours required to sit for the BCBA Exam
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with families as a behavior therapist
• Emerging skills in case conceptualization and client programming and planning
• Emerging skills in coaching and supervising RBTs to implement ESDM therapy
• Strong desire to learn, grow, and accept feedback

Pay

• Base pay: $25.50 – $32.50 per hour
• $2,000 signing bonus upon offer
• Additional $5,000 bonus upon passing the BCBA exam

Benefits

• Quality medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company 401K with company contribution
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and personal days
• 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 exam passage and meeting program expectations (location dependent on local staffing needs)

Schedule

• Full-time, hourly position
• Paid unrestricted hours: 20 hours per week initially, with potential increase as testing approaches and based on center needs