Clinical Prog Mgr 2, SBS

Overview of Position

Under supervision by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), provides specialized behavior intervention services to individuals with severe challenging behaviors diagnosed with autism, developmental delays, developmental disabilities and/or diagnoses. Supervises direct reports, and provides program management for assigned region/team in coordination with the BCBA. Ensures high quality services for participants and that all treatment provided follows protocols established and approved by Easterseals Southern California (ESSC).

Essential Functions

• Manages, provides work-direction, quality and clinical supervision to SBS Behavior Technicians to ensure that associates follow established (ABA) procedures, and implement treatment plans according to ESSC approved practices/protocols (assessments, intervention activities, experimental functional analysis, caregiver education/training) for individuals with severe challenging behaviors, monitoring participant progress.
• Guides, coaches, and reinforces the SBS team where required.
• Handles own case load providing treatment to individuals with severe challenging behaviors.
• Develops and delivers specific intervention activities.
• Provides parent/caregiver education according to treatment plan or other individualized assessments.
• Mets individual productivity requirements set forth in annual budget.
• Ensures that all records (such as evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, exit summaries, etc.) are complete, correct, and timely updated by each SBS behavior technician.
• Performs data reliability and fidelity checks regularly.
• Aids the BCBA in creating and delivering specific intervention activities, clinical research protocols, program and quality development strategies.
• Reports regularly on programs results; escalates complex issues or concerns to BCBA as needed.
• Plans with own SBS team regarding treatment updates for each participant and family served within the program, and other relevant matters.
• Attends staff meetings, in-services, treatment planning, trainings, and other meetings, as requested.
• Identifies, coordinates, and delivers ongoing competency-based training to direct reports, including new hires.
• Has full authority for personnel actions. Ensures associate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood.
• Manages and evaluates the performance and productivity of staff in assigned region.
• Maintains frequent, professional, and courteous communications with participants and families. Escalates parental concerns and needs immediately to direct supervisor.
• Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, ABA, special education, and related fields.
• Supports Behavior Technicians and Program Managers at least (2) 4-hour shifts per week, in clinic.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Maintain current CPR certification card.
• Crisis Management Training is required (MCPP) Intermediate and (MCPP) Advanced.

Experience

• 2 years of professional experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
• Typically, experience in managing severe behavior problems such as frequent property destruction, aggression toward others, SIB, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices, scientifically-validated methodologies and analytic approaches found to benefit individuals with ASD;
• Familiar with current research findings;
• Familiar with the approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis;
• Competent in assisting and leading functional behavioral assessments including descriptive analysis and experimental functional analysis;
• Competent in providing training and implementing function-based intervention plans including Functional Communication Training (FCT), Behavior Skills Training (BST), antecedent/and consequence interventions;
• Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills;
• 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;
• Must relate well to participants 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;
• 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;
• Able to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration;
• Must pass all drug screening required by ESSC.

Physical Requirements

• Carrying/Lifting: Occasional / 0-30 lbs. & Occasional / Up to 70 lbs.
• Standing: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day
• Sitting: Constant / Up to 8 hours per day
• Walking: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day
• Repetitive Motion/Activity: Keyboard activity, telephone use, writing. Occasional standing, bending, reaching, stooping, squatting, kneeling, grasping, and twisting
• Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint
• Travel: Up to 50% of time
• Environmental Exposure: Regular exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.)