Mandatory Reporter Training
Who should you report to?
What is your direct supervisor
What RBT ethical code outlines reporting
What is 3.04 RBTs are aware of the events they need to self-report to the BACB and any other required entities (e.g., employer, supervisor). They self-report to the BACB within 30 days of the event or within 30 days of becoming aware of the event.
When should you make a report?
What is any suspected instance?
How do you contact the board?
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Where do you go for questions?
What is If a teammate has questions about reporting the teammate should reach out to their direct supervisor or ABC leadership for support.
True or false: If multiple people observe the incident, they all need to make the report.
What is the BCBA ethical code number and description for responding to requests
1.15: Behavior analysts make appropriate efforts to respond to requests for information from and comply with deadlines of relevant individuals (e.g., clients, stakeholders, supervisees, trainees) and entities (e.g., BACB, licensure boards, funders). They also comply with practice requirements (e.g., attestations, criminal background checks) imposed by the BACB, employers, or governmental entities.
Are you eligible to make the report?
What is YES, you are a mandated reporter.
How do you make a report to DFPS?
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What should you do if you consider reporting but decide against it?
What is document the “why?”
○ Document any next steps that were applied (e.g., discussion with family)
I heard this from another person? What should I report?
What are What are the facts? What are your state laws around mandatory reporting? Do you believe the concern presents “reasonable cause” to suspect potential ANE?
What is the BCBA ethical code and description for Being Truthful
What is 1.01: Behavior analysts are truthful and arrange the professional environment to promote truthful behavior in others. They do not create professional situations that result in others engaging in behavior that is fraudulent or illegal or that violates the Code. They also provide truthful and accurate information to all required entities (e.g., BACB, licensure boards, funders) and individuals (e.g., clients, stakeholders, supervisees, trainees), and they correct instances of untruthful or inaccurate submissions as soon as they become aware of them.
What happens if you do not report but it was confirmed you were aware?
What is loss of certification and being liable by the state?
How do you make a report to ABC credentialing?
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What is the definition of assent?
What is Vocal or nonvocal verbal behavior that can be taken to indicate willingness to participate in research or behavioral services by individuals who cannot provide informed consent (e.g., because of age or intellectual impairments). Assent may be required by a research review committee or a service organization. In such instances, those entities will provide parameters for assessing assent
True or False: I have to call the police when I make a cps report
False: if the child is in immediate danger you do
What is the BCBA ethical code for Documenting Professional Activity?
What is 3.11: Throughout the service relationship, behavior analysts create and maintain detailed and high-quality documentation of their professional activities to facilitate provision of services by them or by other professionals, to ensure accountability, and to meet applicable requirements (e.g., laws, regulations, funder and organization policies). Documentation must be created and maintained in a manner that allows for timely communication and transition of services, should the need arise.
What are the 5 different forms of abuse?
What are physical, sexual, mental/ emotional abuse, discriminatory, neglect or ommision
How do you make a report to ABC legal?
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What email will you receive from the BCBA if you are being reported?
An email recommending to self-report
General rule:
What is If you see something, say something. The sooner, the better.
What is the BCBA ethical code number and description got conforming with Legal and Professional Requirements
1.02: What is Behavior analysts follow the law and the requirements of their professional community (e.g., BACB, licensure board).
Find the table (visual) for reporting to the board?
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Who should be the first person you contact?
Direct supervisor or CD or OM
What are the five items that should be included in the report details to ABC?
What is
Patient name
Date of report
Agencies contacted (CPS, police, BACB)
Method of contact
Brief description of incident