Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Company: Latitude Therapy
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: February 5, 2025

Job Description:

Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Latitude Therapy is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated BCBA (Board-Certified Behavior Analyst) with a current Missouri LBA to join our growing team. We are a therapist-owned and operated organization that prides itself on providing a supportive and collaborative environment for our staff while delivering exceptional therapy to our clients. At Latitude Therapy, we foster a culture that values work-life balance, professional development, and a commitment to excellence.

Our primary focus is on delivering home and clinic based ABA therapy to children with Autism, and we approach our work with a forward-thinking, evidence-based mindset to ensure the best possible outcomes for every client.

Position Details:

• Location: This role involves a combination of home-based, field-based, and virtual work settings.
• License Requirement: A valid BCBA certification and Missouri Behavior Analyst License are required. Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervision & Leadership:
    • Oversee and mentor all Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)/Behavior Technicians (BTs) on the team, providing guidance and clinical support as needed.
    • Conduct regular performance reviews in collaboration with Human Resources (HR), ensuring ongoing professional development and adherence to company standards.
    • Facilitate conflict resolution among team members and between staff, clients, and families, in collaboration with HR, to promote a positive and productive working environment.
    • Provide effective and timely communications to employees regarding business plans, initiatives, requirements, policies and procedures; ensure compliance and provide follow up training for remediation or career development.
    • Communicate with families and communities about Latitude's services and programs; including informational parent meetings, attending community events and sponsoring activities supporting Latitude's clients and their families.
    • Clinical Oversight:
      • Provide clinical support and supervision to ensure the effective implementation of treatment plans, conducting fidelity checks on treatment plan writing and session execution.
      • Review and ensure the accurate and timely documentation of client progress, including assistance with data collection and outcome measurement.
      • Conduct regular meetings with BCBAs to review cases, monitor clinical progress, and ensure the quality and consistency of service delivery.
      • Ensure the team is consistently meeting productivity standards, including the completion of daily sessions and other required activities
      • Client Caseload:
        • Maintain a reduced caseload to allow for a focused and supportive leadership role within the team.
        • Complete all session documentation and billing within 24 hours of service delivery, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
        • Provide comprehensive training to caregivers, equipping them with the necessary skills and strategies to support the implementation of behavior plans and promote progress.
        • Operational & Administrative Support:
          • Ensure teams consistently meet billable targets and complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
          • Manage and maintain all data systems in accordance with BACB and company standards and requirements; ensure all employees are following proper protocols and policies relative to documentation and data collection
          • Prepare and provide clinical and operational data relative to clinic/team metrics to key stakeholders
          • Monitor and support staff adherence to company policies, including proper handling of paid time off (PTO) requests and leave submissions.
          • Project Leadership & Special Initiatives:
            • Assist with special projects such as virtual parent training programs, student analyst training, school contracts, university collaborations, and other initiatives to enhance team performance and client outcomes.
            • Additional Duties:
              • Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and growth of the department. Qualifications:
                • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); 5+ years preferred.
                • Minimum of 2 years of leadership or managerial experience.
                • Proven experience in supervising and mentoring clinical staff, including BCBAs, RBTs, and other team members.
                • Experience in providing parent training and supporting families in the implementation of treatment plans.
                • Ability to work independently while receiving guidance and support from senior staff members.
                • Must have reliable transportation and a valid drivers license Skills:
                  • Innovative, with a strong ability to apply creative problem-solving techniques in clinical settings.
                  • Personable and able to build positive, trusting relationships with clients, families, and team members.
                  • Technologically proficient and comfortable utilizing digital tools for data collection, communication, and treatment planning.
                  • Flexible and adaptable, able to thrive in dynamic environments and respond to the evolving needs of clients and the team.
                  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
                  • Demonstrate strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
                  • Ability to maintain confidential records, prepare accurate reports, and develop timely correspondence in accordance with internal policies, external payor requirements, BACB standards, and federal regulations.
                  • Demonstrates professionalism, maintaining a high standard of ethics and integrity in all aspects of work. Ideal Candidate:
                    • You are passionate about providing high-quality, individualized ABA therapy to children and families.
                    • You have a strong commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
                    • You are an excellent communicator who enjoys working collaboratively with a close-knit team.
                    • You are proactive and adaptable, thriving in a dynamic and evolving environment. Job Type: Full-Time
                      Compensation: Starting at $84,000+ per year, commensurate with experience
                      
                      Benefits:
                      • Dental Insurance
                      • Health Insurance
                      • Life Insurance
                      • Vision Insurance
                      • Paid Time Off (PTO)
                      • Referral Program
                      • Relocation Assistance
                      • Flexible Schedule
                      • Continuing Education Credits
                        Requirements
                        Schedule: Monday to Friday
                        
                        Supplemental Pay: Bonus Structure
                        
                        Education :
                        • Master's Degree License/Certification:
                          • BCBA Certification (Required)
                          • Missouri LBA Willingness to Travel:
                            • Approximately 50% (Preferred) Work Location: Multiple Locations
                              
                              Physical Demands
                              • General office environment
                              • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
                              • Must be able to see and hear clearly or have skills to compensate for these deficiencies
                              • Must be able to run quickly, especially over short distances
                              • Must be able to take and pass without major modification a course in Mandt Training; requires hands-on, physical components
                              • Ability to face physical challenges associated with the care of children with special needs
                              • Must be prepared to physically prompt, rescue, hold or retrieve individually or to use approved restraint techniques alone or with others if necessary; may be physically tiring and may cause fatigue
                              • Must be physically prepared to withstand moderate levels of harm inflicted by clients, such as bites, scratches, hair pulls, strikes and grabs
                              • May be subject to blood borne pathogens
                              • Temperature is regulated and moderate
                              • Low to Moderate noise level Working Conditions
                                
                                The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
                                
                                

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