BCBA (Breakthrough Leader)- Miramar/Pembroke Pines in Miami, Florida at FRESHSTARTS BEHAVIORAL THERAPY

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Breakthrough Leader)

Pay: $50-$65 per hour

Location: Pembroke Pines and Miramar Area

Job description:

**Please do not apply unless you are Board Certified as a Behavior Analyst by the BACB

Position (W-2; Part-time available; Pembroke Pines/ Miramar Area)

A Breakthrough Leader at FreshStart(s) is exactly that- a company leader managing a group of therapists in pursuit of client behavioral breakthroughs. The Breakthrough Leader’s job is two fold: on one side, they are an analyst, on the other, a manager. It takes a very special person to bring the two parts of the job together; leadership skills, creativity, personality, and understanding help make this person a company leader and bring out the best in other team members to provide the highest quality treatment available. The main duties of a Breakthrough Leader include supervision of a Breakthrough Team, on-going research, conducting assessments and reassessments, designing behavior plans, quality assurance, collaboration to update treatment plans, team training, and relationship building. Being a Breakthrough Leader at FreshStart(s) is a difficult job and not for everyone, but when fulfilled it leads to life-changing relationships and personal fulfillment.

“Real Life. Real Results.”

Position Responsibilities

Management and Supervision of a Breakthrough Team- As a company forerunner, a Breakthrough Leader will be in charge of managing a team of Partners (RBTs) and Directors (BCaBAs), providing supervision for those pursuing certification.

Research-A main duty of the Senior Breakthrough Leader is to spend time researching new approaches to behavioral therapy to pass down to their team in order to remain on the cutting edge in treating disorders. Funded trips to workshops by national leaders will also increase the quality of the programs, and the Senior Breakthrough Leader will be able to use their research in their team training sessions.

Conducting Assessment & Designing Behavior Plans– Evaluating strengths and weaknesses and balancing them with the family’s schedule and home environment, the Breakthrough Leader designs a treatment plan for maximum effectiveness for each specific case, completing the assessment by scheduling their team with assistance from office staff. Breakthrough Leaders are not responsible for insurance billing, gaining authorizations, scheduling staff, tracking hours and FreshStarts does not work with Medicaid.

Quality Assurance-Once a treatment plan is in process, the Breakthrough Leader will oversee the plan via direct and indirect supervision, monthly graphing of data, daily data from their team, and online notes in order to be up to date on any changes and update the program when deemed necessary. As part of supervision (both for those pursuing certification and those who are not) Breakthrough Leaders will make suggestions on how to increase the quality of the programs to their team members via on-going performance evaluations, which address both clinical and administrative issues. They will also be the first buffer for dealing with the family or staff concerns, and will be available throughout the day via e-mail and phone (although administrative staff is also available to help when problems arise at all times).

Collaboration to Update Treatment Plans-Breakthrough Leaders will be responsible for ensuring treatment plans are being implemented appropriately via the channels previously mentioned, updating goals when necessary, and teaching and implementing new techniques when a goal has not progressed. They will meet with the family monthly to review the client’s progress and provide family training. When stagnation or regression occurs, the Breakthrough Leader should meet with the team to find new ways to make the programs effective. The Breakthrough Leader also has help from our parent training team, the rest of our clinical team, our Clinical Dir., and all of the admin team.

Conducting Training-The Breakthrough Leader will help with (FS) Training® design with management, other Breakthrough Leaders and Breakthrough Directors. On-going team training will be offered after our initial, unique, five-day training program is conducted by our training team. (FS) Training can include monthly on-going training, new hire training, and special topic trainings. Collaborating for training is also an expectation of a Breakthrough Leader.

Building Relationships-Perhaps one of the most important aspects of FreshStart(s) comes from the mission to increase the quality of life for not only those suffering from developmental disorders, but for their caretakers as well. To accomplish this mission, the Breakthrough Leader will build relationships with each of their clients and their families to ensure they are comfortable with the therapy being provided, and never feel hesitant to contact the company when things are not going as planned. The family is no longer alone – FreshStart(s) will be with them throughout their loved one’s long-term behavioral development. These relationships will be strictly clinical, remain non-dual, and follow the BACB's code of ethics.

Position Expectations

At FreshStart(s), all employees are provided with the necessary tools, materials and training to ensure that our business flourishes and our clients are on the fast path to achieving breakthroughs. In order for this to come to fruition, FreshStart(s) has certain expectations for its entire workforce.

Fiscal Responsibility-FreshStart(s) provides our employees with tools to help ease the burden of job responsibilities. These tools include, but are not limited to: personal computers, ipads, cameras, wireless Internet connection, e-mail accounts, access to proprietary software, gas cards, access to office facilities, supplies and materials for therapy sessions, printers, paper, ink, staples, and other office supplies. These supplies are expected to be treated as if individually owned, and facilities are to be treated with respect. Keeping a clean and organized work environment and reducing waste will help keep everyone productive and allow funds to be spent on more beneficial items and activities. This will essentially trickle down to the effectiveness of our clients’ treatment.

Communication and Reporting-Every Breakthrough Team member is expected to communicate with their team on every aspect of their job. Triumphs and failures, concerns and comments: nothing is too large or too small to share with your team. This collaboration is expected rather than encouraged because it helps to keep fresh ideas flowing, and sometimes one person’s failure can be offset with another’s prior triumph. This balancing of experiences helps bring clients to breakthroughs faster. Easy access points are available to all employees that allow for quick reporting of events to their team. These include e-mail access and reporting on our unique software.

Adaptability-Healthcare, developmental disabilities and the laws that govern them are all changing. FreshStart(s) is aware of the changes in this diverse industry, and expects to change with it. To be able to successfully adapt as a company, employees must be able to adapt as well. This includes adapting to new technologies, techniques, job responsibilities, management philosophies, work environments and colleagues. Adaptability is not only an expectation, but essential to survival as a company and an employee.

Client Service-One of the many innovative approaches that sets FreshStart(s) apart from other behavioral therapy providers is our dedication to providing a full-circle experience for our clients. From the moment a client visits our website, they have entered the circle; Forums and blogs along with an interactive resource center help potential clients recognize their need for behavioral therapy and then recommends them to psychologists and neurologists. Once they become a client of FreshStart(s), a Breakthrough Leader and a collaborative Breakthrough Team, all (FS) Trained®, are there for the family every step of the way. Every employee is expected to be a helping hand for our clients- open ears and open hearts help them through a difficult time in their lives, and FreshStart(s) is here to ease the burden. Only employees that believe in client service will help make this mission a reality, and FreshStart(s) expects nothing less of our employees.

Please Inquire regarding Compensation & Benefits for FT and PT W-2 BCBAs.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

• Active Certifications
• Availability: A minimum availability of 10 hours per week is required, including availability on at least two mornings and two afternoons.
• This job is split between admin time and time on the field.
• Reliable Transportation