Finding an Ethical Employer

Readers are presented with ideas and guidance for interviewing with potential employers, asking the right questions, and even identifying the kinds of businesses worth seeking. The chapter discusses the use of verbal behavior analysis skills to read between the lines of recruitment methods and teaches clinicians to inquire about the ethics of future employers. This chapter is a culmination of the various topics covered in this book with respect to the future of our field and the changes that may be necessary to sustain it. From finding ways to prevent burning out at work to providing notice to a current employer, this chapter explains ways to make ethical changes for the employee. Behavior analysts and technicians are coached to look for companies who value their ethics, ensure in-depth training at onboarding, and provide ongoing feedback to ensure their growth. This chapter also includes a detailed account of what to expect when becoming credentialed with a new employer and how to ensure that ethical billing occurs during such a transition.