Chattanooga
Autism Center

At the Chattanooga Autism Center Bridges Clinic, BCBAs deliver compassionate, trauma-assumed ABA while working within a larger nonprofit organization that is dedicated to providing quality care to autistic individuals and their families. BCBAs are expected to work a minimum of 35 hours per week with 27 of those hours meeting the standards for insurance reimbursement. Caseloads should not exceed 150 client hours / week or 10 clients (whichever occurs first). BCBAs should be on site at the clinic for a minimum of four days a week with the option of working remotely two days / month. Enjoy close collaboration with other BCBAS, licensed counselors, occupational therapists, and music therapists as you develop individualized interventions for our learners ages 2-8. 

 

About the Chattanooga Autism Center: a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves autistic individuals of all ages The Center promotes inclusion and acceptance of autistic individuals and provides services, resources, and education to the community.

 

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($66,000 - $75,000)

• 15 days of PTO & 7 paid holidays, and one week off between Christmas and New Years

• Licensure, certification, & liability insurance provided

• Up to $500 in continuing education credits and ABA-related trainings

• Short-term disability offered

• Monthly healthcare stipend

• Flexible work hours 

• Billable bonus program

• Strong work/life balance

• Strong emphasis on work culture with an on-site Culture Committee comprised of Bridges staff

• Emphasis on trauma-informed and neuro-affirming practices

• Close-knit work environment fosters open collaboration

Required education/experience: 

• Graduate degree in a Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field

• Completed eligibility requirements for board certification as outlined by the Behavior Analytic Certification Board

• Licensed as a Behavior Analyst in the state of Tennessee highly preferred

• Competency in administering ABA-based assessments (VB-MAPP, PEAK, EFL, LIFE, etc.)

• Fluency in developing, administering, and evaluating behavior intervention plans

Preferred education/experience: 

• Completion of the 8-hour supervision course as outlined by the BACB

• Competency in administering ABA-specific assessments such as the VB-MAPP and PEAK

• Experience in the administration Functional Communication Training across multiple modalities 

• Experience in supervising RBTs and individuals pursuing BCBA certification

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For consideration of employment, send current CV or resume, cover letter, and a list of professional references to Claire Dimmer: claire@chattanoogaautismcenter.org 

& Anna Straussberger: anna@chattanoogaautismcenter.org