Company Overview:

Little Leaves Behavioral Services provides high quality, critical early intervention programs designed to nurture the growth and development of young children with social, behavior, and/or language challenges. Little Leaves provides a range of in-home, at-school, and clinic-based ABA services for children with developmental delays, especially Autism Spectrum Disorders in Northern VA, the DC metro area, the Baltimore metro area and Ft Lauderdale area in FL.

The Little Leaves is a center-based ABA program for young children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder run in a preschool-like setting. The Little Leaves Center Program runs Monday through Friday from 8:30 am - 5 pm. During the day, children have the opportunity to participate in individual therapy time, small group activities with peers, and activities of daily living. While many clients are at Little Leaves for the full day, an individualized schedule is developed for each child based on his/her therapeutic needs. Little Leaves currently has centers in Silver Spring, MD; Reston, VA; Alexandria, VA; Germantown, MD; White Marsh, MD and Weston, FL.

Little Leaves is building a community of professionals who are looking to:

• Have a meaningful impact on the lives of children
• Grow professionally
• Work with others who share a passion for our clients and who have an interest in ABA

Overview:

The Supervising Behavior Analyst (SBA) is the qualified healthcare professional (QHP) that provides direct case management for clients. Case management includes assessment, treatment programming, with protocol modification, documentation, supervision and administrative oversight of technicians and specialist(s) for your caseload.

This is a full-time position that carries a target of 8 to 10 children on a full caseload with at least 25 client facing hours per week (4 – 6 per day). The schedule is based on center operating hours of 8 – 5 PM but may vary depending on the needs of each center and region.

As an SBA, you ensure our services meet generally accepted standards of care and meet the compliance requirements of funders including all service documentation, state or other regulations, and Little Leaves clinical standards, general policies, and operating procedures. You are responsible for the interventions in our individualized programming to teach new skills and replace or decrease problem behavior, ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of the client(s) on your caseload. You are responsible for developing the skills of behavior technician(s), collaborating with and training caregivers, and others as needed on skill acquisition and behavior support protocols. You must have a strong foundation and continue to improve your competency in applied behavior analysis, and you may formally mentor specialists and provide supervision per the BACB supervisor guidelines as they work to advance their professional certifications. You must be able to effectively collaborate with stakeholders on the client's team, including, but not be limited to, families, funding sources, school districts, and other providers.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical & Service Provision Responsibilities (

25

hrs

, approximately

6

0

1. S

   erves as the case manager and

   oversee

   the day-to-day delivery of evidence-based ABA therapy services to young children (1 – 6 years) diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or related disabilities.

1. P

   rovides direct assessment

   evaluation (e.g., VB-MAPP, functional behavior assessment), develops and monitors programming for their caseload.

1. Ensures that required documentation (i.e., reports, treatment notes) are completed within 10 business days of assessment and submitted to the supervisor for review 5 business days prior to date due to Little Leaves billing department for insurance re-authorization submission.

1. The SBA provides

   formal

   supervision

   to behavior technicians and/ or direct services to clients (

   up to

   10 direct 1:1 client hours/ week) on a predetermined schedule and

   using recommended tools

1. The SBA identifies

   appropriate caregiver

   training goals, develops materials, and completes caregiver training sessions using

   evidence-based

   curriculum through

   behavioral skills training.

Admin

i

strative and Professional Development (15

hours, approximately 40%

1. Maintain

   accurate

   records of

   assessment and treatment

   activities for billing and

   client

   clinical

   medical

   records, including scheduling, converting appointments and completion of treatment records within 24 hours of rendering services.

1. R

   emain compliant

   with responsibilities as outlined by the BACB and as required by licensure and funding sources

   , including state and federal regulatory entities.

1. Continue to develop clinical and nonbehavioral skills through engagement with didactic trainings, CE events, and meetings as assigned by supervisor(s).

1. Maintains licensure and certification or makes adequate progress towards completion of the requirements for licensure or certification. Ensure you are familiar with and compliant with your ethical and professional guidelines and codes associated with certification and/ or licensure (e.g.,

1. Maintain ongoing communication with direct supervisor and other team staff. Proactively raise ideas and concerns and discuss problems or concerns with supervisor or other Little Leaves team members as appropriate.

1. Complete additional duties as assigned by the center director, including being part of the site leadership team, pitching in wherever necessary administratively to ensure the best team member, client experience, and execution of operational standards.

Qualifications:

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in special education, behavior analysis, or related field required. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); Licensure eligible.

• Minimum of 1 – 2 years working directly with individuals diagnosed with ASD; case management experience preferred.

• Demonstrated commitment to behavior analysis, ABA principles, and procedures; commitment to continuing to develop expertise and to ongoing professional and leadership skill development.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in establishing strong relationships with staff, caregivers, other stakeholders, and the leadership team.

• Working knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic procedures for serving individuals with ASD.

• Ability to effectively utilize data and information systems to problem solve and make data-based decisions.

Personal Characteristics and Work Style

• C

  ommitted to ensuring client/family dignity as well as promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all clinical and professional activities.

• C

  ommitted to continuing education and pursuing growth opportunities to further develop clinical and professional skills.

• Collaborative, influential, and positive communication style in working with people of diverse backgrounds, including families, funders, teachers, leaders, staff, and volunteers.

• Strong interpersonal communication, problem solving, conflict resolution, and teambuilding skills.

• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with shifting priorities and multiple deadlines.

• An unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical practice

• Excellent self-management and organizational skills

Posted Min Pay Rate:
USD $77,500.00/Yr. Posted Max Pay Rate:
USD $85,000.00/Yr.