Are you dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with autism and their families? The Unumb Center is seeking a passionate Program Manager (BCBA/BCaBA) to join our esteemed ABA program. Nestled in the heart of South Carolina, Columbia offers an ideal backdrop for professionals seeking both a fulfilling career and a vibrant lifestyle.
The Unumb Center is a leader in providing inter-disciplinary, evidence-based services for individuals with autism. As a non-profit, we are committed to doing the best for each individual client, not simply maximizing billing. As a Program Manager, you will work closely with our inter-disciplinary team of Behavior Analysts and psychologists to serve individuals with autism in our ABA department (ages 2-22) as they make meaningful progress on their goals.
Why Choose the Unumb Center?
· Small caseloads for personalized client care.
· Clinic-based services eliminate travel time.
· Daily interactions with behavior technicians.
· Full administrative support for scheduling, authorization, and billing.
· Customized workflow management system for accountability.
· Commitment to evidence-based, client-centered care.
· Bright, spacious 7,000 sf clinic environment.
· Company laptop and cell phone provided.
· Advocacy with policymakers and funding sources.
· Emphasis on professional development and learning culture.
Responsibilities:
· Collaborate with inter-disciplinary team of Behavior Analysts and psychologists.
· Serve individuals with autism aged 2-22 in our ABA department.
· Provide 22 billable hours of service per week in the clinic.
· Conduct direct and indirect assessments and develop treatment plans.
· Create and supervise the implementation of effective programs.
· Regularly meet with clients’ caregivers in the clinic.
To support you in these goals, The Unumb Center provides a full administrative team, including staff dedicated to client scheduling, submitting authorization requests, and communicating with insurance, and billing. We have developed a customized workflow management system to ensure accountability and smooth employee communication. We have also worked with experts in OBM to develop a pipeline system that offers systematic opportunities for growth for both behavior technicians and Analysts.
THE UNUMB DIFFERENCE Benefits:
· Relocation bonus available.
· Competitive PTO policy and 11 paid holidays.
· Paid professional development days that increase with tenure in the organization.
· Staff reward system for gift cards and local experiences.
· Company-paid CEUs and annual professional development stipend.
· Generous employer contribution to individual and family health insurance.
· Vision and dental benefits. · Company-paid short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
· Comprehensive apprenticeship program for BACB supervision.
Salary for this position ranges from $55,000 to $85,000 based on experience and years of certification. The Unumb Center will never ask you to sign a non-compete, and the Program Manager’s salary is negotiable based on experience.
To apply for this position, please complete our employment application here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/TheUnumbCenterForNeurodevelopment/TheUnumbCenterEmploymentApplication2023
Contact Dr. Katie Franke via email at Katie.Franke@UnumbCenter.org with any questions about this position.
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Posted 04/24/24
Behavior Analyst
*Sign On Bonus* Relocation Assistance*
Credential Required:
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D, BCBA), Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA)
Licensure Eligible:
Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA)
Basic Function
Responsible for all clinical, supervisory, and case management activities related to the delivery of behavior analytic services to children with an ASD diagnosis and their family. Behavior Analysts provide support to individuals and their families by coordinating services that are conceptually consistent with the behavioral principles and utilizes evidenced-based practices. Behavior Analyst will also oversee programming of assistant behavior analysts and provide ongoing support, training, and supervision to direct service providers (behavior technicians (BT), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT), Applied Behavior Analysis Technicians (ABATs).
Responsibilities
● Design and oversee individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment programs for assigned clients.
● Document behavioral assessments and treatment plan recommendations in writing in a timely manner, using company resources and participate in peer review processes for quality assurance. Treatment Plan Updates must be completed in a timely manner and submitted no later than 45 days prior to expiration of authorization to the State Director for peer review process.
● Use data collection systems to establish baseline and assess intervention efficacy of client’s treatment programs. Analyze data, to include graphic depictions of progress, on a frequent and ongoing basis to guide necessary treatment plan modifications.
● Conduct face-to-face clinical oversight of the delivery of ABA services to clients for the purpose of evaluating efficacy of treatment, technicians’ treatment integrity or adherence to instructional protocols, and evaluation of interobserver agreement.
● Train behavior technicians, parents, family members, and other professionals to implement individualized ABA treatment plans and behavior intervention techniques
● Supervise behavioral technicians with clients and provide immediate feedback and direction in correct implementation of ABA intervention strategies specified in authorized treatment plans.
● Monitor the administration of ABA programs for individual clients at all locations at which services are provided.
● Conduct monthly family guidance / family training services
● Participate in coordination of care activities that serve the best interest of the client
● Ensure client appointments are added to the practice management platform prior to rendering of services and converted, with clinical documentation completed within 24 hours of service.
● Remain accessible and reachable to behavior technicians during session hours. During personal time off, designate an alternative point of contact for staff to reach in event of emergency.
● Train behavior technicians in the use of appropriate assessment tools (Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills, ABLLS-R; VB-MAPP; Vineland) to assess progress, identify skill levels and design ABA programs.
● Provide supervision of behavioral staff in accordance with certifying board requirements (e.g. no less than 5% per month, maintaining record of supervisory contacts, and documenting non-client facing meetings that are behavioral-analytic in nature).
● Attend clinical and operational meetings as assigned.
● Adhere to company and professional standards, to include licensing board or certifying board’s code of ethics, responding to communication within 2 business days.
● Travel to sites as assigned.
● Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in a related field such as psychology, speech/language pathology or behavior analysis and three years experience providing ABA and/or 2 years’ supervisory experience using ABA strategies with clients with autism. Extensive training and experience in child development and Applied Behavior Analysis, with an emphasis in discrete trial training is required.
Licenses and Other Requirements
Current BACB, QABA, or State License/Certification as Behavior Analyst and requisite degrees are required, unless other criteria are met based upon BACB guidelines that pre-date the current BCBA/QBA standards.
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Posted 04/24/24
We are seeking passionate and dedicated BCBAs to join our mission of providing excellent ABA services to our clients! And while you guide our clients it is our mission to support you!
Participate in peer advisory groups
Connect with more experienced BCBAs through mentorship program
Access to an ongoing training bank for your behavior technicians
Rely on quality BCBA support on case
Monthly free CEUs on a variety of topics
Gain autonomy of your schedule by choosing cases that work for you!
Both Full-Time and Part-Time positions are available
Holiday Pay Benefits for FT employees include:
Health insurance paid 95% by the company
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
401K with a company match
PTO days Competitive rates!
You will have the opportunity to create real change for children and their families by:
Providing client assessments
Supervising ongoing ABA programs, assessing the performance of programs, and adjusting as necessary
Providing ABA training for parents and caregivers
Assuming overall direction and supervision of paraprofessionals
Qualifications:
Current BCBA certification
Familiarity and ability to administer and interpret clinical assessments
Display excellent clinical competence and judgment
Ability to train and supervise paraprofessionals in the delivery of 1:1 ABA services
Respect for cultural diversity and the capability of adapting ABA procedures to that diversity
Willingness to accept supervision and guidance & remedy any identified deficits or weaknesses.
Apply now to become part of a supportive community that is dedicated to meaningful impact, inspiring change, and collaboration!
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Posted 04/24