As a Lead Therapist, the professional will provide extensive training and coaching to the associate therapists and develop programs and materials for therapy. Core responsibilities pertaining to the role are listed on the Lead Therapist Resume as follows – hiring and training new staff, supporting and coaching associate therapists; supporting the clinical coordinating in developing materials and programs; acting as a liaison between the parents and full clinical team; conducting 1:1 ABA therapy with clients; following treatment protocols and collecting data for review; providing hands-on parent training; and assisting the clinical coordinating during assessments.
Hiring facilities want to see the following skills on the resume – prior work experience, proficiency in training staff and parents; the ability to adhere to instructional guidance and follow ABA curriculum plans; and the ability to maintain confidentiality. A Doctoral qualification along with a valid current license is the needed qualification.