Job Description

This job provides supervision and direct, one-to-one treatment for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder to attempt to remediate communication, academic, social and behavioral skills for each individual patient. This job will be responsible for assessment, development, and monitoring of patient treatment plans and behavior support plans. Additionally, this job will provide parent training to ensure parents are acquiring skills necessary for program continuity into the home and community settings, review Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Line Technician performance, and provide group social skills training.

• Required – Master’s degree in Psychology or Applied Behavior Analysis.

Work Experience:

• Required - 1-year experience in the provision of direct patient services in a social service, mental health, rehabilitation facility or related allied health care setting.

Certifications:

• Required – Board Certified Behavior Analyst obtained through Behavior Analyst Certification Board and Licensed Behavior Analyst through Behavior Analyst Board in the state of practice.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have a high level of professionalism.
• Must have knowledge of principles of Applied Behavior Analysis applicable to care and treatment of children with behavioral and developmental concerns.

Job Duties:

• Provide direct, therapeutic services to patients via parent skills training, direct one-to-one therapy, and/or group social skills training.
• Maintain designated workspaces (e.g., computer station, assigned treatment rooms) by organizing, cleaning, and/or supplying appropriate materials.
• Assess, develop, and monitor progress of patient treatment plans.
• Supervise ABA Line Technicians.
• Provide personalized at home guidance for parents and caregivers.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 876,000 people from across the globe in 2019, providing the latest medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region. To learn more about Ochsner Health, please visit To transform your health, please visit

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