BCBA Clinical Supervisor

Overview

Working at Easterseals Southern California is an opportunity to make profound and positive differences in people's lives. At ESSC, you'll join a team of caring colleagues who support each other, encourage collaboration, and refine clinical skills to benefit the participants we serve. Starting salary $87,000 per year.

About the Role

Under direct supervision, provides quality clinical supervision and work direction to direct reports, providing discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Oversees all components of the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs of his/her caseload, ensuring high quality and the use of best-practice guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates behavior programs based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), conducts behavior assessments and functions as an Assessor when needed.
• Provides parent education, develops and delivers specific intervention activities, and functions as a liaison between the organization, families, community, therapists, health care providers, etc.
• Conducts evaluations, case-management reviews, quality assurance reviews, and audits as assigned by Regional Clinical Director.
• Maintains productivity requirements set forth in annual budget.
• Leads and/or attends staff meetings.
• Prepares and provides specialized training and instructional materials including staff development training, as assigned by Regional Clinical Director.
• Ensures associate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood.
• Manages and evaluates the performance and productivity of associates in assigned region.
• Provides training and onboarding for new associates; ongoing training to assigned Program Managers and Behavior Interventionists; and specialized training to associates preparing for various certifications.
• Works with Regional Clinical Director and Human Resources in the recruitment/selection process of new program associates. Oversees associates involved in the recruitment/selection process as needed.
• Attends conferences and trainings to remain current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, special education and related fields.
• Functions as liaison between the organization, families, and other community agencies including regional centers, school programs, therapists, and health care providers assisting with questions and concerns as they arise.
• Travels as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in ABA or related field.
• Must possess and maintain a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• Must possess and maintain current CPR certification.

Experience

• 2-3 years of professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multi-disciplinary team setting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Expert knowledge of scientifically validated methodologies and behavioral analytic approaches found to benefit children with ASD, familiar with current related research findings.
• Expertise in approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Able to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Able to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.
• Able to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups.
• Able to relate well to children and their families and maintain positive affect.
• Able to exercise discretion, demonstrate good judgement, and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Able to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.
• Able to provide proof of required vaccinations or positive titer showing immunity.
• Able to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
• Carrying/Lifting: Occasional Standing: Occasional Sitting: Occasional Walking: Occasional Repetitive Motion/Activity Visual Acuity: Travel: Up to 50% local travel required. Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration. Environmental Exposure: Occasional exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.) 5-20% of work time.