Clinical Case Manager - Spanish Speaking

Essential Function

• Evaluates subcontracted vendor’s programs for quality assurance by observing procedures at locations throughout the organization’s territory.
• Reviews and approves treatment plans and progress reports submitted by the subcontracted vendor(s).
• Affirms authorization is active for each participant receiving subcontracted therapy and participant is making progress toward established goals.
• Troubleshoots and resolve subcontracted vendor/parent concerns, e.g. expired authorization, monitor vendor productivity, or ensure participant receives appropriate level of care.
• Evaluates effective subcontracted vendor service by reviewing participant assignments to a subcontracted vendor and the adequacy of communication to relevant parties (e.g., family, administrative assistant, etc.).
• Participates in all monthly meetings.
• Conducts annual vendor audits and corresponding written follow-up as assigned by the Director.
• Prepares and reports monthly caseload status including participant concerns and progress, and vendor concerns.

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, special education, psychology or related field.
• Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• CPR certification.

Experience

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

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of scientifically validated methodologies and 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.
• Expertise in all empirically evaluated assessment and intervention strategies related to program and service delivery for individuals with ASD.
• Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills.
• Case management experience required.
• 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 and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Very good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and related computer software.

Physical Requirements

• Carrying/Lifting: Occasional.
• Standing: Occasional.
• Sitting: Frequent.
• Walking: Occasional.
• Repetitive Motion/Activity: Frequent speaking, listening to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the telephone.
• Visual Acuity: Maintaining close visual attention to write reports and to work at a computer.
• Travel: This position requires up to 50% local travel.

Environmental Exposure

• Good working conditions with almost complete absence of disagreeable elements.
• Exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.) less than 5% of work time.