Expectations for Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) supervision can vary based on your role and the specific requirements of your supervisory relationship.
Expectations for BCBA supervision:
1. Compliance with BACB Standards: Both the supervisor and the supervisee should adhere to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) standards and guidelines for supervision.
2. Regular Meetings: Supervision will involve regular meetings between the BCBA supervisor (myself) and the supervisee. These meetings may be in person or conducted via telehealth.
3. Individualized Supervision: Supervision will be tailored to the individual needs and goals of the supervisee. It will address the areas where the supervisee needs support and growth.
4. Ethical Conduct: As the supervisor, I will always emphasize and model ethical behavior and decision-making, and the supervisee is expected to follow ethical principles and guidelines.
5. Skill Development: I am responsible for helping the supervisee develop their skills in behavior analysis, including assessment, intervention, data analysis, and communication.
6. Case Consultation: Supervision may include discussing specific cases and providing guidance on assessment and treatment plans.
7. Feedback and Evaluation: I will provide constructive feedback to help the supervisee improve their skills. Regular evaluations may also be a part of the process.
8. Record Keeping: Proper documentation of supervision sessions, including notes and records, are required by the BACB.
9. Ongoing Learning: Myself and supervisee are expected to stay updated with the latest research and developments in the field of behavior analysis.
10. Supervision Hours: The BACB requires a specific number of supervised experience hours for those seeking BCBA certification. These hours should be accurately tracked and reported.