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Skybound Therapy

BCaBA - Full Time Guaranteed 40 Hours

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$37,015 / year median in Virginia

+13% projected growth

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BCaBA - Full Time Guaranteed 40 Hours Skybound Therapy Richmond, VA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $80,000 a year 18 hours ago Qualifications BCaBA Experience working with children Bachelor's degree Full Job Description This post is for a full time role with a guaranteed 40 hours and health insurance benefits. About Skybound Therapy We're a small, pre-launch, mission-driven team focused on improving outcomes for children with autism. Many of the families we serve are supported through Medicaid. At Skybound Therapy, we're building a practice for kids with Autism that have high levels of problem behaviors as well as mental health and psychiatric concerns. We're hoping to serve the kids who often don't make progress in other environments with an integrated model including ABA, psychiatry, family support, ST and OT. Responsibilities The Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) / Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA) provides high-quality, individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children and adolescents in their home environments. Working under the supervision of a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA/BCBA), the BCaBA supports and conducts treatment implementation, RBT/BT supervision and coaching, caregiver training, data review, direct client care and ongoing clinical monitoring. This role serves as a key clinical bridge between the supervising BCBA and the RBTs/BTs providing day-to-day services. The BCaBA works closely with families, RBTs, BCBAs, and other providers to ensure consistent, integrated, whole-child care. Clinical Implementation & Treatment Support Design and implement individualized ABA treatment plans under the supervision of the supervising BCBA. Conduct ongoing assessment of client skills, behavior, progress, and treatment needs under the supervision of the supervising BCBA. Review client data regularly and identify trends, barriers to progress, and potential needs for program modification. Make clinical recommendations to the supervising BCBA based on direct observation and data. Direct & Indirect Clinical Services Provide up to 10-20 hours per week of direct ABA care to children and adolescents based on clinical and organizational needs. Provide ongoing supervision, coaching, and clinical support to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Behavior Technicians (BTs) in accordance with BACB, Virginia licensure, payer, and organizational requirements. Model treatment procedures, conduct or support competency assessments, and provide real-time performance feedback. Monitor treatment integrity and fidelity of implementation in home and telehealth settings. Caregiver & Family Training Deliver structured caregiver training consistent with the client treatment plan and under BCBA supervision. Collaborate with families to embed strategies into daily routines and natural environments. Provide coaching on behavior support, communication strategies, skill development, and environmental modifications. Interdisciplinary Care Coordination Coordinate clinically with other providers involved in the client care, including: Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) Occupational Therapists (OTs) Psychiatrists and Psychologists Primary Care Providers and other members of the medical team School-based teams (IEP teams, special education teachers) Case managers and care coordinators Participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary meetings as appropriate. Support alignment of ABA interventions with communication, sensory, medical, educational, and family goals. Support continuity of care across home, school, and community settings. Documentation & Compliance Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with: BACB requirements and ethical standards Virginia Board of Medicine requirements for Licensed Assistant Behavior Analysts Medicaid and commercial payer requirements Maintain accurate client data, supervision records, and documentation to support treatment integrity and measurable outcomes. Quality & Professional Standards Practice within the BCaBA/LABA scope of competence and under required
BCBA/LBA
supervision. Maintain BCaBA certification, Virginia LABA licensure, required continuing education, and supervision. Stay current with evidence-based and neuro-affirming practices in autism and related developmental disorders. Contribute to clinical training and quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications Current Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) certification in good standing. Bachelor degree meeting applicable BCaBA certification requirements. Current or eligible for Virginia licensure as a Licensed Assistant Behavior Analyst (LABA). Experience providing ABA services to children or adolescents; home-based experience preferred. Experience supervising, training, or coaching RBTs/BTs and providing services or supervision via telehealth preferred. Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Strong caregiver coaching and communication skills. Reliable transportation for home visits throughout the Richmond area. Core Competencies Clinical decision-making grounded in data and appropriate escalation to the supervising BCBA. Collaborative, family-centered approach. Strong written and verbal communication. Cultural humility and responsiveness. Ability to work independently in community-based settings while maintaining appropriate clinical supervision. Organizational and time-management skills. Physical & Environmental Requirements Ability to travel between client homes throughout the Richmond metropolitan area. Ability to sit on the floor, lift up to 30 lbs, and engage in play-based therapy activities. Work in a variety of home and community environments. The pay range for this role is: 60,000 - 80,000 USD per year(Richmond, VA)