Above and Beyond: ABA Therapy for Autism and More

Above and Beyond: ABA Therapy for Autism and More We provide ABA therapy for children with Autism, Asperger's, as well as other developmental disabil Who Is Above and Beyond: ABA Therapy for Autism and More?

Our Mission

Above and Beyond: ABA Therapy for Autism and More is dedicated to providing the highest quality applied behavior analysis services to your child. Our goal is to teach children to maximize their potential in all environments by teaching appropriate behaviors, social skills, language skills, adaptive living skills and academic skills. We strongly believe children with developmental disabilities can become successful, independent adults with the correct intervention. Rebecca Hubbard, President of Above and Beyond, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has worked with children with Autism for over 15 years. Rebecca has a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. Trevor Hubbard, Vice-President of Above and Beyond, will be taking the board exam for behavior analysis. Trevor has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. He has worked with children with Autism for over 11 years. Above and Beyond also contracts out with several ABA therapists to provide direct therapy services. All current therapists have Bachelor’s degrees. What is ABA? Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), is a proven scientific method that uses the principles of learning to improve behavior. Tangible items and praise can be used to motivate and reinforce the child. When a behavior is followed by something that is valued, that behavior is likely to be repeated. ABA uses many techniques for increasing useful behaviors and reducing maladaptive behaviors that interfere with daily life. ABA is a systematic approach that breaks skills down into smaller steps that are easier to learn. ABA teaches children essential social skills and decreases behavior problems. Hundreds of published research studies have documented the effectiveness of ABA as among the most reliable treatments applied to children diagnosed with autism and other developmental disorders. It is the only treatment that leads to substantial, socially significant and meaningful changes in the lives of individuals with autism. Our Services
• Functional Behavior Assessments
• Skills Assessments
• Language Assessments
• Functional Communication Training
• Program/Behavior Support Plan Design, Development, and Implementation
• School Consultation
• IEP Development/IEP Attendance
• Staff Training, Coaching, and Support
• Program Monitoring and Evaluation
• Social Skills Programs
• Supervision for Individuals Seeking Certification
• Discrete Trial Training

Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)

FBAs are conducted to determine the function of a target behavior (why it is occurring). With an FBA, hypotheses regarding the (functions) of the problem behavior can be identified and used to develop appropriate behavioral interventions to decrease the problem behavior and increase an appropriate behavior that serves the same function. The behavior analyst will gather information from caregivers regarding the problem behavior and will personally observe the behavior. FBA’s can be time-consuming to complete, depending on the severity of the target behaviors and how long it takes for the behavior analyst to see the behaviors occurring. Skills Assessments

Skills Assessments are conducted to determine the current cognitive/academic functioning of a child. Academic goals can be prioritized and developed based on the results of the skills assessment. Language Assessments

Language assessments (VB-MAPP or ABLLS) are conducted in order to identify any communication barriers. Communication programs can be prioritized and developed based on the results of these assessments. Functional Communication Training

Once the language assessments have been conducted and an appropriate method of communication has been identified, training will be provided on this method. Program Design, Development, and Implementation

Based on the results of the FBA’s and the skills Assessments, academic and positive behavior support programs will be developed for your child. The behavior analyst will train parents and any staff on the proper implementation of these programs. The behavior analyst will observe implementation of programs and provide corrective feedback to ensure they are implemented properly. School Consultation

The behavior analyst will observe your child in the classroom at school and work with the school staff on both academic goals and designing and implementing behavior plans that are functional for the school setting. IEP Development/IEP Attendance

The behavior analyst will assist parents and/or school staff in developing appropriate goals for IEP’s. The behavior analyst will also attend the IEP’s and advocate for your child’s right to learning in the least restrictive environment with necessary supports/modifications in place. Staff Training, Coaching and Support

The behavior analyst can train current staff in ABA methods and observe/provide feedback regarding their implementation of programs and interactions with the child. Program Monitoring and Evaluation

The behavior analyst will monitor programs on a weekly basis by observation, data assessment and graphing data to determine the child’s progress and/or regression with target skills. The behavior analyst will make any necessary revisions to the programs and can prepare progress reports as needed. Social Skills Programs

The behavior analyst will complete a social skills assessment and design programs to help your child learn more appropriate social skills to improve interaction with other adults and typical peers. Social skills are crucial to any child’s ABA program. Supervision for Individuals Seeking Certification

The BCBA will provide supervision required by the BACB to any individual seeking certification as a BCBA or a BCaBA. The supervision may be “distance supervision” which may be completed via video and email correspondence. Discrete Trial Training

Discrete Trial Training is a specific method of teaching used to maximize learning. It is a teaching technique used to develop many skills. Discrete Trial Training involves repeated trials, with each trial having a clear beginning, middle and end. Who Can Provide ABA Intervention? There is a huge demand for ABA therapy. For this reason, many individuals and programs claim to provide ABA services. However, not all of these providers have the education and practical experience that the field of behavior analysis considers minimum requirements for practicing ABA. Quality ABA programs should be designed and/or supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. How Do We Pay For ABA Services? Above and Beyond accepts insurances that cover ABA services. Many insurances do cover ABA services for children diagnosed with Autism, Asperger’s and PDD-NOS, through the recently mandated Autism Insurance Bill for West Virginia. Those not covered include federal and self-funded insurances. Although self-funded insurances are not mandated to cover the bill, a select few choose to provide coverage. CHIPS also covers Autism benefits. Medicaid and Medical card, unfortunately are not covered for any ABA therapy. We also accept private pay for services. Contact Us! We look forward to hearing from you and helping your child. We are willing to travel to various areas in the state.

08/13/2025

NOW HIRING! PLEASE READ THIS POST CAREFULLY FOR REQUIREMENTS AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS TO EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST IN A POSITION.
Seeking RBT’s and behavioral technicians interested in becoming RBT’s (at our cost)! If you are already an RBT, PLEASE let us know because we would love to find people already credentialed.
Above and Beyond is the best paying ABA agency around!
Specifically looking for Eastern Kentucky area, but also have other areas in need (see list below)
Click the link in the comments to apply for the job. Please list on your application areas in which you are available to work and specific days and times.
We have a lot of part-time shifts and a few full-time shifts. We definitely have a lot of people interested in full-time but really still need our part-timers or we can't staff these kids!
The more flexible you are with your availability the more likely you are to get a position. Remember, we only have so many dayshifts available. Many of our clients attend school and require evening shifts. Even 1-2 evenings a week is helpful.
For this position we do complete full criminal and CPS background checks. If you are unable to pass these checks, there is no point in attempting to apply.
Once hired, we enroll you in a 40-hour online course in which you watch videos and complete modules. This course will give you the skills and information needed to take and pass the Registered Behavior Technician test. You must be able to dedicate your time to this course and finish it within 2 weeks. You are allowed to finish it in as little as 5 days. You are not allowed to start working with any clients until the course has been completed and you have passed your national exam. Once hired, we expect you to dedicate yourself fully to the course so you may pass your exam and start providing services to your client. We check your progress every day. If we see that you are not making the required progress, you will be pulled from the course and the position will be open for another person to fill. Please understand that many of our clients have waited years for services and we do not want to make them wait any longer.
If you have specific questions, please ask us. Be patient if you message us and it takes us awhile to respond. If you have been referred by a staff or client, please let us know that on your application.
We START behavior techs at 18.00 per hour. We raise your pay as soon as you pass the RBT exam (course and exam paid for by us).
Must pass a background check (we pay) and obtain CPR/First Aid (our cost).
https://www.paycomonline.net/.../jobs/ViewJobDetails...

Current Openings: (We have new openings all the time so please apply and put location and days/times you are available so we can contact you as needed).
Harold, KY: Monday-Friday 4p-8p, 3 positions open
Inez, KY: Monday-Friday 3:15p-7:15p
Gunlock, KY: any 4 weekdays 9a-4p
Blaine, KY: Monday-Friday 9a-5p
Salyersville, KY - Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Ashland, KY - Monday, Wednesday and Friday 3-6pm
Greenup, KY - Monday-Friday 12-6pm
Ashland, KY (Unsure of days and times yet)
Prestonsburg, KY - 3 weekdays 4-7pm
Minnie, KY - 3-5 days a week, dayshifts
Louisa, KY 3-5 days a week, after school
Louisa, KY - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8-1

Barboursville, WV: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 2:30-6:30pm
Huntington, WV - Monday - 8-4
Lavalette, WV - Monday-Friday 7:30-3:30
Logan, WV - (Unsure of dates/times)
St. Albans, WV - 3-4 days a week, 3:30-7:30
Huntington, WV - Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7am-5pm
Branchland, WV - Monday -Friday 8-4 pm

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NOW HIRING! PLEASE READ THIS POST CAREFULLY FOR REQUIREMENTS AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS TO EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST IN A ...
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NOW HIRING! PLEASE READ THIS POST CAREFULLY FOR REQUIREMENTS AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS TO EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST IN A POSITION.
Seeking RBT’s and behavioral technicians interested in becoming RBT’s (at our cost)! If you are already an RBT, PLEASE let us know because we would love to find people already credentialed.
Above and Beyond is the best paying ABA agency around!
Specifically looking for Eastern Kentucky area
Click the link in the comments to apply for the job. Please list on your application areas in which you are available to work and specific days and times.
We have a lot of part-time shifts and a few full-time shifts. We definitely have a lot of people interested in full-time but really still need our part-timers or we can't staff these kids!
The more flexible you are with your availability the more likely you are to get a position. Remember, we only have so many dayshifts available. Many of our clients attend school and require evening shifts. Even 1-2 evenings a week is helpful.
For this position we do complete full criminal and CPS background checks. If you are unable to pass these checks, there is no point in attempting to apply.
Once hired, we enroll you in a 40-hour online course in which you watch videos and complete modules. This course will give you the skills and information needed to take and pass the Registered Behavior Technician test. You must be able to dedicate your time to this course and finish it within 2 weeks. You are allowed to finish it in as little as 5 days. You are not allowed to start working with any clients until the course has been completed and you have passed your national exam. Once hired, we expect you to dedicate yourself fully to the course so you may pass your exam and start providing services to your client. We check your progress every day. If we see that you are not making the required progress, you will be pulled from the course and the position will be open for another person to fill. Please understand that many of our clients have waited years for services and we do not want to make them wait any longer.
If you have specific questions, please ask us. Be patient if you message us and it takes us awhile to respond. If you have been referred by a staff or client, please let us know that on your application.
We START behavior techs at 18.00 per hour. We raise your pay as soon as you pass the RBT exam (course and exam paid for by us).
Must pass a background check (we pay) and obtain CPR/First Aid (our cost).

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=66880&clientkey=875CB18623550D0227A0755B4B93F9D4

Current Openings:

Harold, KY: Monday-Friday 4p-8p, 3 positions open

Inez, KY: Monday-Friday 3:15p-7:15p

Inez, KY: Monday-Friday 12:30p-6:30p (or later), weekend hours also available

Prestonsburg, KY: Monday-Friday 3p-6p

Wurtland, KY: Tuesday and Wednesday 10:30a-2:30p

Lucasville, OH: Monday-Friday 2p-6p

Virgie, KY: any 3 weekdays 12p-7p

Gunlock, KY: any 4 weekdays 10a-4p

Grethel, KY: any 2 weekdays 4p-7:30p

Blaine, KY: Monday-Friday 9a-5p

Blaine, KY: and 2 days 4p-9p

Paintsville, KY: Thursday and Friday 1p-3p

Paintsville, KY: any 2 weekdays 4p-7p and Saturday 10a-2p

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