This dual-role 1099 contractor position combines the clinical responsibilities of a Licensed Psychologist (under the Director of the Diagnostic Services Department) with those of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The contractor will complete psychological/neuropsychological evaluations, review and sign reports, supervise and train diagnostic staff, and also maintain a caseload of 6–9 learners receiving insurance-funded or private-pay ABA services. The principal functions identified shall not be considered a complete description of all work requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

POSITION ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

As Psychologist / Diagnostic Services

• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological, psychological, and/or psychoeducational evaluations of clients with referral concerns related to learning, behavioral, emotional, and/or social difficulties.
• Conduct in-person and/or virtual evaluations.
• Provide written and oral feedback to clients (or legal guardians) regarding results, diagnostic impressions, and recommendations.
• Compile written reports detailing evaluation findings, diagnosis(es), and recommendations for the medical record and sharing with patients/guardians and referral sources (in accordance with HIPAA).
• Ensure timely documentation upload per departmental policy.
• Provide direct supervision (individual/group) and training of Neuropsychological Testing/Assessment to Diagnostic Specialists (Psychometrists/Technicians).
• Participate in weekly Regional Clinical Training Meetings and present at Weekly Psychology Assessment Didactic Seminars (PADS).
• Remain current in the field and pursue continuing education related to pediatric psychological/neuropsychological testing.
• Maintain an active license and good standing with the state board of psychology.
• Comply with ABA Centers of America’s HIPAA privacy and security policies.

As Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

• Design, implement, and monitor skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs.
• Research literature related to specific learners’ programs.
• Oversee the implementation of behavior-analytic programs by RBTs and caregivers.
• Conduct assessments related to the need for behavioral intervention (e.g., preference assessments, functional assessments,
• staff performance assessments).
• Analyze and summarize assessment results and graph data as needed.
• Write 6-month progress reports to secure insurance funding.
• Provide staff and caregiver training.
• Facilitate team meetings for each learner every other week.
• Create goals for skill generalization and update program sheets as skills meet criteria.
• Create or update data collection systems.
• Be available to answer questions from technicians and caregivers; follow up to ensure generalization of objectives.
• Complete and submit documentation in a timely manner to the billing agency.
• Oversee the restricted hours of 1–2 Apprentices.
• Oversee a maximum of 3 trainees seeking supervision toward Supervised Fieldwork experience (weekly 1-hour meetings,
• documentation review, and competency development using BTS in program writing, training, assessments, parent training,
• treatment plans, and other analytical tasks).
• Delegate case management tasks to competent trainees and provide feedback.
• Be willing and able to supervise others seeking BCBA certification weekly.
• Shared / Collaborative Responsibilities
• Collaborate with families, schools, and ASD service providers in the child’s community.
• Collaborate with all team members to facilitate the mission of ABA Centers of America, including attending routine
• departmental and general staff meetings.
• Actively seek supervision when needed.

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

Psychologist track: Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology or Developmental Psychology (Psy.D. or Ph.D.) with specific training in assessment of pediatric and adolescent neurodevelopmental disorders, including specific learning disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and intellectual disability. Prior training and experience with administration, scoring, and interpretation of neuropsychological tests required. Experience administering measures of Intellectual Functioning, Development, Autism Spectrum Disorder (including the ADOS-2), Social Communication, and Emotional and Behavioral Functioning.

BCBA track: Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (required) and current BCBA certification/licensure.

Two years’ experience in the ABA field preferred. Excellent report-writing skills.

• Ability to effectively collaborate with families, schools, and ASD service providers.
• Effective organizational, time-management, prioritization, communication, interpersonal, and team skills.
• Ability to pass background and drug screens.
• Willingness to sign company NDA and any revisions thereafter.
• Maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving record (required).
• English proficiency required; Spanish proficiency is a plus.

Technology / Equipment Used

• Computer/Laptop
• Fax/Copy/Scanner Machine
• Telephone System
• Calculator

Work Environment / Physical & Mental Demands

Most work (approximately 95%) is performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Potential exposures to workplace violence and hazards are low. Physical and mental demands are consistent with the requirements of providing clinical evaluations and ABA services in clinic, home, and community settings (standing, walking, bending, crouching, carrying, sitting, reading, light lifting, moderate mental stress, and high collaboration with others).

Benefits

Compensation and Contractor Status

• 1099 Independent Contractor role.
• Rates as listed above based on the type of service provided and the contractor’s experience/qualifications.
• Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, licensure, and professional liability coverage.
• No employee benefits are provided.

Originally posted on Himalayas