How we’re different
At Ascend you won’t find our values statements on a coffee mug. They don’t belong there. At Ascend, you will find Ascenders – our internal lingo for our team members – living and celebrating our values through their behaviors.
“Ascend Behavior Partners isn’t just a job. I don’t feel like I’m working FOR a company but WITH a community.”
– Eve, Ascend RBT
You will meet experienced BCBAs who lean into mentoring their RBTs and educating parents. You will encounter RBTs who thrive on autonomy and who seek out dozens of learning opportunities in every hour of play-based, skill-building. You will experience our commitment to becoming 1% better every day.
Partnership
At Ascend, we partner with our employees and give them our full trust; and we integrate growth-oriented, individualized coaching and professional development opportunities into every career path at Ascend. We want you to make contributions to the ABA field and constantly improve your skill set. Our coaches and BCBAs provide the supervision and tools for you to do exactly that.
We partner with parents to teach skill acquisition, coordinate care with the child’s school and other providers, and provide parent training and education to the families we serve. We also offer integrated family services, including counseling, so families can play an active role in positive outcomes. This comprehensive approach is rare in the field and enhances our clinicians’ ability to focus on high-quality client goals and outcomes.
“Ascend Behavior Partners isn’t just a job. I don’t feel like I’m working FOR a company but WITH a community.”
– Eve, Ascend RBT
A culture of fun
Working at Ascend has been described by Ascenders as fun, “like coming home,” and incredibly rewarding. Maybe you have worked in the field and experienced burnout with unmanageable caseloads and a lack of support.
Perhaps you are new to the field of ABA and eager to make an impact with a proven care model. Maybe you moved recently and are looking for a new ABA home – a place where you can thrive and grow.
Wherever you are in your professional journey, we want to talk to you about your career goals and life ambitions.
We’re recognized as a quality provider
We are a designated Authorized Continuing Education (ACE) provider by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and a member of the Council of Autism Service Providers. We are proud to hold the highest honor 3-Year Accreditation and Telehealth Accreditation from the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE). We welcome the opportunity to tell you what these mean to us, and why we commit to being a high-quality provider.
We are a community of caregivers. We are creative in our approach and offer a learning and coaching environment.
Our child-centered integrated service model
Ascend’s child-centered, integrated care model stems from our treatment philosophy. We meet the needs of each family system we serve, regardless of socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, race, or language. An integrated service model permits clinicians to provide VB-MAPP based EIBI Autism treatment in new, flexible ways that truly partners with parents.
An innovative approach
Our results with innovative parent support and training methods have shown to reduce family stress and improve outcomes for our clients. Ascend constantly encourages our team to continue to innovate on this progressive approach, giving you autonomy in your practice.
The heart of what we do
The children we serve, ages 1-6, are at the heart of everything we do. Our service model is uniquely integrated in that we leverage interdisciplinary collaboration to support both the child and the entire family.
Our teams
Our Family Support team, led by a leading Licensed Clinical Social Worker, provides parent education, training, and counseling services to maximize clinical and behavioral outcomes.
The Care Navigation team supports the whole family by aligning treatment plans across providers, including SLP and OT services.
Family Concierges remove logistical friction around scheduling, accounting, and insurance matters. Our holistic approach is unique in the field and has been recognized by ACE, CASP, and the BHCOE.
We have fun working every day to bring joy to the families and children we serve.
Our commitment to your safety during COVID-19
A global pandemic has certainly shaken the world to its core, yet we believe that we have the opportunity to rise stronger than ever. At Ascend, we are committed to delivering in-home ABA services, reducing barriers to success for families living with Autism, and maintaining the safest possible environment for our clients and employees. Our treatment and services are classified as an “Essential Service” by the Department of Homeland Security, the States of Colorado and Arizona, and Harris and Brazos County, Texas.
Essential workers
Our employees are “Essential Workers.” We deeply understand and respect what that means: providing daily, high-quality treatment during a health crisis in clients’ homes. We are steadfast in our commitment to keep you and our clients safe.
At Ascend, we have made every possible investment in your safety and the well-being and health of the families we serve. We continue to adapt our safety protocols to meet the newest standards science can provide us in these uncertain times.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for each team member
- Routine temperature checks for clients and staff
- Regular health screenings of client families before entry
We are humbled by the trust our clients have given us to continue providing essential services during COVID-19.
Above and beyond
At Ascend, we want to honor the trust of both our clients and staff by going above and beyond to ensure absolute safety. That is our commitment to you.
A supportive work environment
We recognize that delivering high-quality therapy and services can be challenging at times; however it’s equally rewarding.
In light of that, at Ascend we have developed a support structure to provide both a culture and an environment that is fully supportive of the powerful work you do.
We have developed a variety of ways to celebrate your success and reward growth.
Opportunities for growth
Ascend offers coaching, individualized professional development, and continuous feedback so you can develop as a leader.
Our team has developed a BCBA residency program for RBTs who want to progress as providers and advance their careers.
We’ve also created pathways for BCBAs to grow into Clinical Coaches who mentor and train both new and experienced BCBAs.
Reach your full potential
Ongoing training and feedback is a hallmark of our culture. We collectively applaud your wins with clients and the career milestones you reach.
Promotions, pay increases, and public recognition are all ways we celebrate and encourage your growth in the field.
Community of caregivers
Ascend’s community of providers are offered many opportunities to build community, both virtually and in-person.
We love to share our experience in the field with one another and help each other reach our full potential. At Ascend, you will never feel alone.
Additional benefits:
- Work-life fit: Monday-Friday 8am-5:30pm (no late nights, no weekends!!)
- Profoundly improve the lives of young children (ages 1-6) with Autism
- Smaller caseloads for BCBAs (7-9 clients) gives you time to provide exceptional client outcomes and high-quality supervision; 2 clients for RBTs allows for consistency in relationship building
- Ascend values self-care for our team – we emphasize providing you robust Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Family leave in service to your self-care
- A team of experienced RBTs with lower RBT turnover than other ABA providers
- A dedicated coach to help you become your best-self, with professional development, mentorship opportunities, and skills-based promotion paths
- A dedicated family coordination team to assist you in your day-to-day scheduling, family connections, and insurance logistics
- Opportunities for pay advancement tied to your growth
We are humble learners. Ascend places integrity and relationships above all else.
Meet an Ascender
- Elizabeth Nallenweg, Head of Family Support
- Amy Dilree, Ph.D., BCBA-D
- Brianna Rios-Robles, BCBA Resident
- Heather Gonzales, Ph.D., BCBA-D
- Eve Parker, RBT
- Julie Hickerson, BCBA
- Jenna Grayson, Talent Relationship Specialist
- Sarah Banks, Ph.D., Head of Diagnostic Testing
The Culture at Ascend
We work hard, have fun, and drink a lot of coffee and tea.
We celebrate your wins (yay potty training!), especially with clients.
We encourage you to innovate and try new approaches.
We reward you for career advancement and growth.
We support you constantly.
Meet an Ascender
- Amy Dilree, BCBA-D
- Kassandra Muniz, Client Services Coordinator
“Working for Ascend has given me a sense of direction! Ascend has made me feel valued as an individual and an employee. It has not only changed my life, but I literally get to see my company change the lives of kids every day.”
- Samantha Palacios, RBT
- Yasmine Swannigan, RBT
- Ashling Hollis, RBT Training Partner
- Joshua Maikoski, Community Outreach Lead
“Hands down: The most progressive, values-aligned and genuine company I’ve ever worked for. I have never had a company invest so much in me and felt my voice heard loud and clear.”
- Lulie Miranda, RBT
- Alexis Trybinski, RBT
Our teams and roles
Clinical team: BCBAs, RBTs, Licensed child psychologists
People support: Partner support specialists, talent relationship specialists, training partners
Community outreach: Community outreach leads
Family support: Licensed clinical social workers
Client services: Family coordinators, care navigators