Joshua Nickell

Conduct assessments to identify behavioral needs and develop intervention plans

• Supervise and provide guidance to behavioral therapists in implementing treatment strategies

• Conduct parent training sessions to support families in implementing behavior management techniques

• Collaborate with other medical professionals such as Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational

Therapists, and Physcians for comprehensive care

• Develop individualized treatment plans for clients based on assessment findings

• Advocate for clients' Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and provide support in school settings

•Conducted orientation for Floreo virtual reality study

•Approve Timecards and PTO

•Act as BI point person for company policy information or policy changes

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conducted assessments to evaluate client needs and developed individualized behavioral intervention plans.

• Provided behavioral interventions to clients and monitored progress regularly.

• Offered parent training sessions to educate and support families in implementing behavioral strategies at home.

• Supervised Behavioral Interventionists to ensure quality service delivery and client progress.

• Conducted onboarding training for new staff members and provided Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as needed.

• Delivered trainings on topics such as Trauma-Informed Care, ASD communication styles, and behavioral approaches to anxiety.

• Interviewed potential behavioral therapists and oversaw the provider insurance credentialing process.

Credentialing/Expansion Responsibilities:

• Maintained provider credentialing and updated records as necessary.

• Provided training on utilizing CAQH and registering NPI numbers for new providers.

• Reviewed and addressed denied insurance claims to ensure timely reimbursement.

• Led efforts to expand service area by registering the company in multiple states (Rhode Island, Georgia, Florida, Maine, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania).

• Credentialed providers in new states and applied to become a Medicaid covered provider.

• Researched and facilitated company participation in programs such as the Autism Waiver Program through the Department of Developmental Services.

• Provided consultation to families with children with ASD in behavioral crisis situations.

•Conducted intake assessments.

•Conducted follow up behavioral consultations and provided behavioral plans.

•Coordinated with Psychiatrists to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Implemented ABA treatment programs, behavioral interventions, and social skills curricula.
• Collected and analyzed data on skill acquisition and challenging behaviors.
• Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Vineland-3 assessments, and client intake interviews.
• Developed and updated treatment plans, skill acquisition programs, behavioral interventions, and social skills goals.
• Provided parent training and trained Behavior Technicians in ABA principles, intervention implementation, and data collection procedures.
• Created instructional materials, data collection systems, and client progress graphs.
• Conducted staff training on cultural competency, anxiety, and behaviorism.

Non-Clinical / Administrative Responsibilities

• Developed progress reports and documentation to support client services and treatment authorization.
• Prepared and submitted prior authorization requests to Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Coordinated claims-related projects, including tracking authorization requests, managing documentation workflows, and supporting timely submissions.
• Managed project-based tasks involving data tracking, process improvement, and collaboration with internal teams.

• Worked with individuals with developmental disabilities to provide vocational training and community integration skills.
• Tracked and recorded individuals positive and negative behaviors and provided monthly assessment of their progress.
• Implemented and supported individuals with their goals through behavior plan using positive supports approach.
• Assisted and provided supervision to clients at job sites/community. Including taking care of mental and physical needs (food prep, bathroom etc).
• Adhered to DDS and state regulations.