Board Certified Behavior Analyst - BCBA

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assessment & Program Development
• Conduct initial assessments for clients using MATS-approved curriculum and tools (VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS, PDDBI, Vineland, etc.)
• Implement the appropriate assessment tool based on each client's needs or insurance requirements prior to individual deadlines
• Create individualized skill-acquisition and behavior reduction programs and strategies
• Complete Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop corresponding Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Conduct client re-assessments when clinically indicated or as required by payer/insurance
• Analyze client data and make necessary program modifications based on data-driven decision making
• Develop and supervise individualized ABA programs for clients in clinic, home, and community settings
• Supervision & Staff Development
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of RBTs and BTs to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans; provide training and guidance as needed
• Supervise BTs, BCaBAs, and BCBA candidates in accordance with BACB supervision standards
• Model implementation of treatment for BCaBAs and RBTs
• Provide exemplary leadership through hands-on training and modeling of ethical conduct
• Evaluate staff performance and deliver timely, constructive written and verbal feedback
• Perform 1:1 and group meetings with staff to keep them informed and goal-oriented
• Lead, supervise, and mentor the clinical team of Behavior Technicians
• Review all session notes and data taken by BTs to monitor client progress and BT proficiency
• Caseload & Client Management
• Maintain a caseload of approximately 6–8 clients based on the mix of full-time and part-time clients
• Update and maintain appropriate programming for all clients on caseload
• Provide field supervision for clients as required by the treatment plan
• Review clinical documentation and data collection; provide feedback as needed
• Facilitate team meetings and collaborate with parents, team members, and outside professionals to ensure optimal client progress
• Maintain a positive working relationship with each client's family and respond to guardian questions in a timely and professional manner
• Family & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Provide parent training, resources, and guidance to ensure the highest quality of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration and meetings with educators, speech therapists, and occupational therapists
• Conduct regular family/caregiver training sessions in natural environment settings
• Coordinate with families, schools, and community providers to promote consistency across all settings
• Documentation & Billing
• Complete progress reports in accordance with structured MATS deadlines
• Submit all billing-ready session notes daily
• Maintain a minimum of 25 billable hours per week
• Ensure no services are rendered without an active, valid authorization on file
• Monitor authorization utilization and communicate proactively with the Operations Manager and Intake Coordinator
• Review and resolve ClaimsCheck AI billing audit flags within 24 hours

Qualifications

• Education & Certification: Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Education, or a related field with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification — active and in good standing with the BACB
• Georgia state licensure as a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or eligibility to obtain prior to start
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• SafetyCare certification (training provided by MATS)

Skills

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience supervising RBTs, BTs, and/or BCaBAs
• Experience conducting skills-based assessments (VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS, Vineland, PDDBI, etc.)
• Proficiency with CentralReach or similar ABA practice management software preferred
• Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and families