Student Analyst (must be enrolled in an Applied Behavior Analysis masters program)

Student Analyst Job Description

Company Description

Always Family First Autism Services is dedicated to inspiring, supporting, and educating families with autistic children. We aim to develop positive differences and significantly improve the quality of life for autistic children and their families. We implement evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to cultivate cohesion and tranquility within the family system. Our compassionate professionals are committed to empowerment, authenticity, creativity, and integrity, upholding the values of Always Family First Autism Services.

Established, owned, and operated by an autistic licensed behavior analyst, we take pride in creating customized therapy plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. We constantly strive to stay up to date on the latest treatment methods, ensuring that our services are always evolving and improving.

We believe that every child with autism deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our services are designed to help families live happier and more connected lives by providing the most mindful, compassionate, empathetic, and effective autism services.

We are dedicated to providing exceptional services for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. We invest in the family system and provide individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services to foster growth and autonomy in various environments. Our services are based on the strengths and domains of needed support, and our values guide our actions and decisions to ensure a positive and impactful experience for everyone we serve.

Always Family First Autism Services is a family-centered ABA company providing support to families with autistic children. Our services are provided with fidelity, responsibility, integrity, justice, and respect for people's rights and dignity. We are looking for people who, just like us, are interested in improving the quality of life of families with compassion, understanding, and empathy.

Student Analyst Role Description

This is a part-time (potential for full-time), in-home Student Analyst Position.   A Student Analyst is a registered behavior technician (training provided) that functions as a support to the Board Certified Behavior Analyst to gain field experience hours to sit for their BCBA exam.  As a student analyst, you will be responsible for a small caseload of clients.  Client caseloads are throughout Johnston and Harnett Counties, NC. As a Student Analyst, you will be responsible for implementing behavioral interventions, applying Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, and fostering effective communication with clients and their families.  You will also be training and directing behavior technicians in the implementation of behavior analytic antecedent interventions and consequence strategies in the field.  Additionally, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote the growth and autonomy of families and their children.  You will receive direct supervision for the implementation of assessments, development of treatment plans, monthly client progress reports, and weekly data analysis.  You will also fill in when the technician assigned to one of your cases is out to the best of your ability.

Benefits of Working at Always Family First Autism Services

• 5 paid mental health days for part-time employees to promote self-care and reduce burnout/ 7 days for full-time
• 5 paid holidays/ 7 paid holidays and flex-time for full-time staff.
• Always Family First Academic Excellence Scholarship
• Referral bonuses
• Acceptance and commitment training informed supervision 
• Weekly Pay
• Conference Travel and Reimbursement
• Continuing Education
• Special considerations for Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills

Qualifications:

• Passion for helping others, specifically children and families with autistic children
• At least 18 years old
• Completed the first verified course sequence class within an accredited ABA graduate program
• Proficiency in effective communication
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records
• Driver's License with dependable transportation

Required Employment Vetting 

• Level II background check
• TB screen
• Drug screen
• Driving record

Preferred:

• Previous experience implementing behavior analytic concepts 
• Experience in de-escalation and Behavioral Crisis Interventions 
• Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder and related therapies
• Experience working with autistic children or other individuals with developmental disabilities
• Understanding of evidence-based practices and interventions
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)