Master Level ABA Internship (Residential)

Wedgwood Christian Services

Wedgwood Christian Services

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Posted 6+ months ago

JOB GOAL: Support duties for direct and indirect clinical hours within a residential program for teens diagnosed with developmental disabilities, including autism.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Behavior plan development under the direct supervision of the Lead BCBA.
  • Program goal development and updates under the direct supervision of the Lead BCBA.
  • Provide coaching and support to the direct care staff under the supervision of the Lead BCBA.
  • Program material creation (when applicable) in collaboration with the intern team.
  • Participate in Behavioral Health Index Assessments for individual clients.
  • Participate in Essentials for Living Assessments for individual clients.
  • Data input and analysis for individual clients.
  • Oversee the group milieu reinforcement system and its implementation with the intern team.
  • Participate in team meetings and clinical supervision meetings bi-weekly.
  • Develop social skills programming and running social skills groups.
  • Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. The employee must maintain a consistent work schedule and be available during the assigned hours to perform the duties of this role.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervising BCBA clinicians.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Currently enrolled in a Master’s level Behavior Analysis program.
  • Prior experience working with individuals diagnosed with autism.
  • Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical guidelines in clinical practice.
  • Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services, and agreement with the goal, purpose, and objectives of the agency.