Clinician in Training

Job Type Full-time Description

Bierman Autism Centers is a center-based ABA provider focused on transforming the lives of children diagnosed with autism while building a fun and creative culture at work. Our one-on-one approach is focused on natural play to teach foundational skills our kids can build on, such as self-advocacy and communication. Every child’s success is unique We continually challenge ourselves to do anything it takes to enable our kids to reach their potential on their terms.

What is the Clinician in Training (CiT) Role?

The Clinician in Training (CiT) is an entry level Behavior Analyst role that is designed to give the candidate a hands-on training experience by pairing them with an experienced BCBA who will serve as their mentor as they go through the CiT Training sequence. The CiT has a primary responsibility to accelerate client success through responsibilities delegated by their assigned BCBA mentor. By sharing a caseload and pod, the mentor BCBA will serve as a model as the CiT learns all of the responsibilities and tasks that they would need to complete as a Behavior Analyst.

Why Become a Clinician in Training (CiT) at Bierman?

Full Time Hours: All Clinician in Trainings (CiT) work Monday – Friday: 8:15am – 4:45pm in the center. No travel required Comprehensive Benefits: Offered for full-time employees. This includes: PTO, Holiday Pay, 401k, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, HSAs, FSAs, and so much more Competitive Pay: Pay is based on candidate qualifications and experience. Growth and Advancement Opportunities: We host on-site trainings, student supervision, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance, career path opportunities and more. Be a Part of a Great Team: You’ll be part of a passionate, empathetic, and supportive team. We host optional engagement events throughout the year such as Spirit Weeks, Pajama Days, Trivia Nights, Monthly Wellness Competitions and more

Responsibilities of a Clinician in Training (CiT):

Share a caseload with an experienced BA in the center who serves as a mentor and coach Assist with the PS tasks related to shared clients Create materials for learners on caseload (after completion of MRS training) Assist in the maintenance and organization of the therapy materials for learners on caseload Assist with CST for new hires who will be entering pod as assigned by BCBA Assist with BIC’s as assigned by BCBA Assist with ongoing integrity checks and training BTs on new programming implemented by BCBA Assists with the completion of monthly progress reports Sits in on parent meetings, assists with material preparation for parent meetings and trainings Assists with creating and changing charts and updating data sheets following a shared consult Training Timeline

To be eligible for the Clinician in Training (CiT) Role:

Demonstrate high Bierman core values

Must be in good standing with attendance

In the process of finishing supervision (last 3-4 months), waiting to take the exam, or newly certified and applying for licensure 

Requirements

Training Schedule for the Clinician in Training (CiT):

Phase 1: shadowing and completing assigned non-billable tasks. Mentor BA models team training and once CiT tests with appropriate fidelity they can also take over team training outside of consult overlap time.

Phase 2: Mentor BA models and tests probing programming targets, conducting assessments, and making programming changes. Mentor BA starts to delegate non-billable consult time dedicated to both team training and programming updates.

Phase 3: Mentor BA overlaps as CiT starts to run the consults independently.

Basic & Physical Requirements for a Clinician in Training (CiT):

Must be able to lift and carry clients who are least 30 pounds Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Support Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures including kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling, sitting, standing, bending, for extended periods of time. Must be able to walk and run to chase clients and maintain a three-foot distance at all times Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time Must be able to attend to basic needs such as feeding, diapering, toileting, and dressing Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication though computer, electronic devices, and paper means. Must be able to take written data and transfer to electronic files or data base systems Must be able to maintain prolonged periods of working on a computer while sitting at a desk or on the floor Must be able to assemble, clean and maintain therapy space including toys and furniture Must be able to administer medication to clients

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