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Clinical Diagnostic Specialist


Company : ABA Centers of Virginia


Location : Arlington, VA


Created : 2024-05-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Brief DescriptionClinical Diagnostic Specialist - ABA Centers of VirginiaArlington, VAAbout ABA Centers Of VirginiaABA Centers of Virginia aids children and teenagers diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder through ABA therapy. We take pride in offering families valuable insights and resources regarding autism care. Additionally, we extend our support by conducting evaluations for children displaying potential signs of autism. With clinical experts and professionals boasting decades of experience, we collaborate closely with families, enabling children to discover their voices. Through our ABA therapy services, we create early interventions that hold the potential to create lasting positive impacts for those on the spectrum.Growth OpportunityAre you an experienced diagnostic specialist looking for the next step in your career at a stable company committed to making a difference? Join us in our mission to reduce the long waiting times for autism diagnosis and ABA therapy. We are building something special. As a Clinical Diagnostic Specialist, you will work with the Clinic Executive Director and have access to a Clinical Psychologist in your region/state for questions.You will be responsible for writing the evaluation report, providing feedback to parents, and conducting pre-assessments with parents before a doctor reviews the client's results. This role will mainly be responsible for neuropsychological and autism diagnostic assessments. This is NOT a counseling/psychotherapy/ABA role.What You'll DoAdminister tests to clients /familiesComplete pre-assessments with clients/familiesComplete accurate hand scoring of pencil/paper and computer testsEnsure that written documentation is completed and uploaded in a timely manner per departmental policyComply with ABA Centers of America's HIPAA privacy and security policiesWork together as part of a multidisciplinary teamAttend weekly group/individual supervision, Clinical Training Meetings, and Continuing Education (Weekly Didactic Meeting)RequirementsEducation/Experience and Other Requirements Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field with experience testing/assessing for Autism Spectrum Disorder LCSW certification is a plusExperience as a technician strongly preferred Knowledge of autism and coursework in assessment/testing of ASD and related disorders, intellectual disability, developmental disabilities, and learning disordersExperience with tests/measures used to identify/diagnose ASD, such as:ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)CARS-2 (Childhood Autism Rating Scale)Vineland Adaptive Behavior ScalesSensory ProfileSRS-2 (Social Responsiveness Scale)BASC-3 (Behavior Assessment System for Children)BRIEF-2 (Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function)Weschler Intelligence ScalesDevelopmental Assessment of Young ChildrenKauffman Brief Intelligence TestIntake/interviewing experience Willingness to obtain certification from the Board of PsychometristsDriver's license, reliable form of transportation, and proof of auto insurance Ability to maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving recordAvailability to work onsite, Monday-Friday (and some Saturdays)Willingness to travel to other states (DC)Expertise NeededReport-writingOrganizational, time-management, and prioritization skillsCommunication, interpersonal, and team skillsIdentifying challenges and collaborating with team members to devise creative solutions and measurable outcomesMotivating team members to be their best while holding them accountable to maintain the company's excellent service standardsEstablishing and maintaining open and honest communication and always sharing informationContinual learning, teaching, and developmentLeading and driving initiatives to completionSummaryBenefitsThree weeks of paid time off (more added with tenure)Competitive medical insurance plan optionDental, vision, long-term disability, and life insuranceGenerous 401(k) with employer match up to 6%ABA Centers of VirginiaThe efforts we undertake are only possible because of the exceptional commitment of our ABA therapy team. We acknowledge this form of healthcare demands a unique, personal dedication. By identifying individuals possessing the right blend of compassion and expertise, we can provide our team members with the support and opportunities they need to flourish.Recruiter ID: