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Stepping Stones ABA, LLC
Behavior Specialist
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What they do
A Behavior Analyst is a mental health professional focusing on applied behavior analysis. Usually requires a certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
$38,155 / year median in Tennessee
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary The Behavior Specialist works under the direct supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA/LBA) to support the implementation, monitoring, and coordination of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. This position assists with treatment development, treatment implementation, staff support, caregiver collaboration, data review, and clinical operations while ensuring compliance with ethical, regulatory, and payer requirements. The Behavior Specialist does not independently develop or modify treatment plans and functions within the scope delegated by the supervising BCBA. This position does require the Behavior Specialist to be able complete task independently. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the supervising BCBA with developing/implementing individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention plans.
- Provide direct clinical support and model evidence-based ABA procedures.
- Conduct direct observations and collect objective behavioral data.
- Review session documentation for completeness and compliance.
- Assist with quality assurance and treatment integrity monitoring.
- Support treatment plan updates, progress summaries, assessments, and documentation.
- Assist with training and mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs).
- Monitor treatment fidelity and communicate concerns to the BCBA.
- Participate in caregiver training under BCBA supervision.
- Maintain
HIPAA, BACB
Ethics Code, state, and payer compliance.- Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervising BCBA. Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, ABA, Education, Social Work, Human Development, or a related field.
- At least one year of experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder or developmental disabilities.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Proficiency with electronic documentation and Microsoft Office. Preferred
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential.
- Experience implementing ABA treatment plans.
- Experience with behavioral data collection.
ABA, LLC
will provide supervision and support throughout the certification process. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Knowledge of ABA principles and procedures.
- Ability to implement behavior intervention and skill acquisition programs with fidelity.
- Ability to analyze behavioral data and identify treatment trends for BCBA review.
- Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to comply with HIPAA requirements.