Salary
💰 $80,000 - $95,000 per year
About the role
- Independently conduct regular home visits for the assigned caseload to: Provide individualized parent education Supervise the implementation of the program Monitor the completion of all necessary documentation Provide in-field training to each direct report Educate families on the importance of maintaining a consistent schedule with number of hours that are clinically appropriate for the client Efficiently and effectively communicating CSD’s policies to families Complete necessary documentation including: Treatment plans Data sheets Behavioral support plans Progress reports and discharge reports Other site-related documents Monitor daily direct service appointments for: Completion; i.e. rendering and accurate notes. Behavior Specialist cancelations Family cancellations Maintain appropriate progress notes for supervision hours and input MLS/HLS supervision hours on CSD’s billing program. Maintain up-to-date records of CSD’s templates, forms and other documents Write, sign and submit progress reports to funding sources by the established deadlines. As a result, is responsible for maintaining a database of all report deadlines for assigned caseload. (Each insurance company will have its own deadlines. Deadlines are available on the policies CSD has created for each insurance company.) Meet daily and monthly billable hours goal as set by CSD. Provide clinical support and training to assigned team of Clinical Leaders and Behavior Specialists by: Holding monthly 1:1 and team meetings and appropriate trainings Creating individualized clinical trainings Facilitating and completing trainings as assigned by the Regional Director Assuring that supervisees’ clinical responsibilities are defined and understood as deemed by CSD’s Commitment to Quality Standards. Evaluating clinical performance of supervisees and communicating concerns to the assigned Regional Director Maintaining and documenting appropriate progress notes for supervision hours Supervise and guide staff/supervisees with all clinical processes including but not limited to: Behavioral support plans Assessments Submission of monthly session plans Maintenance of monthly log of lesson plans Completion of clinical reports and data collection Maintain regular communication with Human Resources and the Regional Director regarding administrative concerns involving clients, Behavior Specialists, and/or Clinical Directors. Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments related to autism, special education, and related fields. Attend staff meetings, in-services, trainings and other meetings as requested. Additional job duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following disciplines: psychology, childhood development, childhood education, special education, pediatric therapy (physical, occupational, or speech therapy), or related field
- BCBA Credential Required
- Two years of related professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities in a multi-disciplinary team setting
- Proven successful experiences with a full ABA caseload
- Knowledgeable of methodologies found to benefit children with autism spectrum disorders, including Applied Behavioral Analysis ("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").
- Knowledgeable of School Continuum of Services and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Knowledgeable of other community resources and agencies that serve children.
- Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
- Able to travel to and work in multiple program service areas; reliable transportation needed (proof of valid driver license, current auto insurance identification card, and acceptable driving record per NIAC standards is required).
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; bilingual ability preferred.
- Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
- Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment.
- Able to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software.
- Physical requirements may include but is not limited to: Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing Frequent typing, use of computer Occasional walking around building Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car