Regional ABA Evaluator

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial ABA evaluations in accordance with clinical best practices and payer requirements.
• Review medical, educational, and behavioral records to support diagnostic and treatment recommendations.
• Complete direct observations, standardized assessments, caregiver interviews, and clinical analyses.
• Develop individualized treatment recommendations based on assessment findings.
• Author and submit clinically sound evaluation reports within established timelines.
• Develop and submit initial Plans of Care (POCs), Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Establish positive and collaborative relationships with patients and caregivers throughout the evaluation process.
• Deliver individual and/or group caregiver guidance sessions to support families and facilitate access to ABA services.
• Provide education regarding ABA treatment recommendations, goals, and expectations.
• Collaborate with receiving BCBAs and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Facilitate smooth transitions from evaluation services to ongoing treatment by sharing assessment findings, treatment recommendations, and relevant clinical documentation.
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
• Ensure reports and treatment plans meet payer-specific requirements and medical necessity standards.
• Stay current on insurance authorization requirements, clinical best practices, and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology or closely related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing with the BACB.
• At least three years of certification with the BACB as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Licensed as a Behavior Analyst, in the state (where applicable).
• Deep experience with skills assessments and curricula (e.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, EFL, AFLS, PEAK).
• Superior report writing skills.
• Strong background in behavior reduction program development and oversight.
• Ability to communicate knowledge in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to professionals and non-professionals.

Skills

• Advanced assessment expertise.
• Strong clinical interviewing skills.
• Efficient report writing.
• The ability to build trust quickly with children and families.

Pay

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Ability to travel in the region is required.

Schedule

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Ability to travel in the region is required.