Clinical Manager BCBA

About the role

This role is a trusted source of support and oversight for the treatment team, bringing calm to the future of care for families with a new autism diagnosis for their child. The Clinical Manager BCBA ensures children and young adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) receive specialized behavioral intervention services to gain the skills necessary for active participation in their communities. Responsibilities include creating and implementing individualized programs and establishing and maintaining effective, empowered care teams.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, and supervise individualized, high-quality, clinically appropriate ABA programs for children diagnosed with ASD.
• Provide clinical supervision and work direction to treatment teams, including skills enhancement, clinical consultation, and professional development.
• Carry out clinical responsibilities and adjust staffing of treatment teams as necessary to meet authorized services and support families.
• Support the development of the annual Autism Services Program V2MOM (Vision, Values, Methods, Obstacles, Measures).
• Meet or exceed Autism Services Program operating targets as an individual and for supervised team.
• Adhere to FoC network structure organizational protocols.
• Ensure clinical quality, compliance, regulatory, and funder requirements are met; take action if they are not.
• Partner with colleagues and managers to ensure a positive customer experience for all clients through coordinated service delivery.
• Maintain necessary continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Experience & Training

• Equivalent to: Master's degree, PsyD, or PhD from an accredited college or university in one of the following disciplines: Applied behavior analysis, early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, special education, pediatric therapy, psychology or related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) with current certification in good standing with regulatory board and strong background in ABA.
• Three years of experience implementing ABA services, preferably with people with ASD.
• Two or more years' experience providing staff direction and development in a supervisory role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledgeable of evidence-based methodologies found to benefit children diagnosed with ASD, including ABA, Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-Handicapped Children (TEACCH), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), and Pivotal Response Training (PRT).
• Commitment to building, developing, and supporting diverse teams.
• Enthusiasm for the values of the organization, including disruption and resilience.
• Proficiency working with individuals with disabilities and other special needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; American Sign Language or bilingual ability preferred.
• Confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment and maintenance of all HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and related computer software.
• Consistent good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally and economically diverse population.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting to observe, assess and interact with clients.
• Stand or sit for extended periods of time; stand for up to 6–8 hours a day.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Visual and auditory ability to work with clients, staff and others in the workplace continuously.
• Frequent speaking and listening (50%) to clients, staff and other professionals in meetings and on the phone.
• Occasional driving (to and from office and client homes).
• Utilize computer, cell phone (iPhone) and/or tablet.
• Frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
• Frequent exposure to disability disorders in clients; occasional emergency situation; occasional exposure to trauma; constant client contact and decision-making; constant concentration required when working with clients.
• Occasional sitting and maintaining close visual attention to write reports and work at the computer.
• Implement behavior management strategies including responding to physically challenging behavior.

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice.
• Must have valid Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record; proof of current vehicle registration and safety check.
• Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations and clear TB testing based on company policies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certificate.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Must attend any required training.