Clinical Regional Director, SBS at Easterseals Southern California

Covina, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

125000.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Supervision, Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism Treatment, Staff Training, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Program Monitoring, Budget Development, Consultation, Documentation Auditing, Leadership, Communication, Functional Analysis, Behavior Modification, Microsoft Office

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Overview OVERVIEW OF POSITION:Under minimal supervision, provides quality, clinical supervision, direction and training to associates providing treatment of severe or complex behaviors for individuals with autism and related disorders using Applied Behavior Analysis. Establishes and maintains systems to ensure high-quality ABA services are provided to participants and families, including assessment, treatment, staff training, and adherence to administrative tasks. Monitors staff productivity, participant census, systems to maintain the day-to-day processes of the Centers, and expansion of the severe behavior services delivery model. Conducts assessments, treatment planning, consultations, direct supervision, and facilitates treatment for participants and families as needed. Apply Today! Starting Pay 120-125k Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:▪ Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates program elements relating to the delivery of the Severe Behavior Services program including, supervision of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (Clinical Supervisors) in the Severe Behavior Services department. Leads team meetings, trainings and the development of permanent work products.▪ Participates in ESSC Autism Services Leadership activities, including meetings, committees, and subcommittees.▪ Provides consultation to clinicians and associates from other departments referred to SBS on challenging behavior cases.▪ Conducts or oversees assessments for severe or complex behavior cases referred to the SBS. Oversees the completion and audits documentation including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports and exit summaries, and keeps updated with other site, program documents and reports.▪ Develops company-wide resources and/or trainings on providing services for individuals with severe or complex behavior.▪ Partners with funding sources to ensure collaborative relationships, contract adherence and quality assurance activities. Develops and monitors program budget. Works with other departments to address billing, accounting, human resources, payroll and other organizational initiatives and issues.▪ Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, special education and related fields. Participates in presentations, conference attendance, article reviews, research projects/initiatives.▪ Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION:▪ Master’s degree from an accredited university from a program related to Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or related field. Doctorate may be considered a plus▪ Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification. EXPERIENCE:▪ Formal training in the treatment of severe behavior challenges in individuals with autism and related disorders using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)▪ Minimum 5–7 years of experience as a practicing BCBA, including: At least 3 years of experience providing direct oversight of treatment for individuals with severe or complex behavior challenges and at least 2 years of experience supervising Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)▪ Extensive supervisory experience (totaling approximately 7–8 years) working in multidisciplinary teams serving individuals with autism spectrum disorders▪ Experience developing, mentoring, and training clinical teams in the application of ABA best practices, preferred.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:▪ Demonstrated competency in assessment of severe or complex behavior using applied behavior analysis. This includes both indirect (i.e., rating scales, surveys, and interviews) and direct methods (i.e., experimental functional analyses and non-experimental assessments).▪ Demonstrated competency in treatment of socially mediated or automatically maintained severe or complex behavior using ABA.▪ Must demonstrate fluency in describing behavior analytic principles governing behavior, such as behavioral functions, motivating operations, and the likely outcome of behavior for proposed interventions.▪ Must demonstrate fluency in developing function-based, and behavior modification interventions.▪ Must demonstrate knowledge and physical competency in a formal behavior management safety course provided through ESSC or an approved affiliate.▪ Must possess proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Microsoft Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) and graphing (e.g., percentage, rate, cumulative frequency, etc.).▪ Demonstrates strong leadership skills and professionalism; communicates effectively thorugh oral and written skills, works cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups, such as superiors and subordinates, participants, and families.▪ Ability to communicate, interpret, and implement ESSC policies, procedures, and regulations.▪ Ability to demonstrate good judgment, exercise discretion, and maintain a high level of confidentiality in handling sensitive situations and documentation.▪ Ability to pass a post offer physical examination and a TB test.▪ Ability to provide proof of required vacinations or positive titer showing immunity. A signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.▪ Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per ESSC and/or program requirements.▪ Ability to travel throughout southern California, maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.▪ Must pass all drug testing required by ESSC.

Responsibilities

The director provides quality clinical supervision, direction, and training to staff delivering treatment for severe behaviors in individuals with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis. This includes establishing systems for high-quality ABA services, monitoring productivity, and conducting necessary assessments and treatment planning.