The New BACB Ethics Code and other Hot Topics in Ethics 

Original Air Date: November 17, 2021

CEU offered: 1.5 Ethics CEU

Webinar Duration: 90 minutes

CE Instructors:

  • Rebecca Maria Sasaki Solis, MPH, BCBA
  • Crystal Perkins Harms, MEd, BCBA
  • Naa Garrido, BCBA
  • Kristen Koba-Burdt, BCBA


Abstract:

In this collaborative webinar, the CASP Ethics Special Interest Group (SIG) share their personal thoughts on hot topic issues in the field related to ethics, ethical decision making, and some important areas of focus for implementation of the new BACB ethics codes that go into effect on January 1, 2022. During this panel presentation, each presenter will reflect on how ethics impact our day-to-day work as service providers and share items to consider for other providers in structuring an ethical culture within their organization.

Instructor(s)

President, CEO, The Reilly Behavioral Group, LLC Maria Sasaki Solis, MPH, BCBA

Maria is the President of The Reilly Behavioral Group, LLC. Maria has been working with children with special needs and their families since 2003. She has served/serves on various committees for CalABA and CASP, presented to parent and community groups, as well as at professional conferences. Maria has taught at the graduate level, at the University of West Florida and at Santa Clara University. Maria graduated from Santa Clara University, magna cum laude, phi beta kappa and has an MPH from Johns Hopkins University. She is currently pursuing her PhD in ABA at Endicott College.

Naa Garrido, BCBA

Naa is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a state licensed Behavior Specialist who graduated with a BS in Health Education from East Carolina University and with an MS in Behavior Analysis from St. Joseph’s University. Mrs. Garrido specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and has extensive experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and challenging behaviors. She has provided years of consultation services to several families, public school districts, and private schools. Mrs. Garrido entered into the behavioral services field because of her love and passion for helping children and their families. She employs the ABA method in pursuit of using the best practices to transform behaviors and elevate expectations for your child’s future.

Director of Clinical Operations, Bayada Kristen Koba-Burdt, BCBA

Kristen Koba-Burdt, BCBA, LBA, serves as the Director of Clinical Operations for BAYADA’s Behavioral Health Division. She is fortunate to call Hawaiʻi home, one of the most diverse states in the nation. Whether in an official capacity or of her own volition, Kristen has tirelessly dedicated numerous hours to advocating and advancing the field of applied behavior analysis. She is devoted to supporting underserved communities access ABA, creating career opportunities for a diverse workforce, and continuing to learn and grow to always improve equity and inclusion in all facets of her work.