Vice President – Clinical and Therapeutic Services

Gersh Autism

Vice President responsible for clinical and therapeutic services for Gersh Autism's education population, ensuring compliance and quality improvement in autism care. Leading a multidisciplinary team and collaborating with school leaders.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeHuntington • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership for the development and implementation of clinical and therapeutic services for education population of Gersh.
Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, including therapists, counselors, behavior specialists, and related service providers.
Set and uphold clinical standards aligned with regulatory requirements and current best practices in autism care and therapeutic support.
Evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and programs, using data and outcomes to inform improvements.
Collaborate with school leaders and other department heads to ensure clinical services are effectively integrated into educational programming.
Lead the development and monitoring of clinical protocols, policies, and procedures.
Oversee training and ongoing professional development for the clinical team.
Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and resources to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Cultivate partnerships with external professionals and agencies to support student care and align therapeutic strategies.
Monitor compliance with legal, ethical, and professional standards across all clinical services.
Guide data collection and analysis related to therapeutic outcomes and student progress to drive informed decision-making and continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or higher in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, occupational therapy, or a related clinical field (doctorate preferred)
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in clinical or therapeutic services, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
Licensure or certification in a relevant clinical discipline preferred (e.g., LCSW, BCBA, psychology or related field)
Strong understanding of autism spectrum disorders and evidence-based interventions
Demonstrated success leading clinical teams and managing cross-functional programs in educational or healthcare settings
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with data systems or EMRs related to clinical documentation.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k matching)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical servicestherapeutic interventionsdata collectiondata analysisprogram evaluationclinical protocolsbudget managementstaffingresource managementevidence-based interventions

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationorganizational skillscollaborationstrategic planningpartnership cultivationquality improvementdecision-makingsupervision

Certifications

LCSWBCBApsychology licensure