Salary
💰 $80,000 - $90,000 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 and maintain a database of all report deadlines for assigned caseload
- 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), TEACCH, PECS, and 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