Associate Regional Clinical Director

Easterseals Southern California • Santa Clarita, CA

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About The Position

The Associate Regional Clinical Director provides quality clinical supervision and work direction to subordinates under minimal supervision, delivering discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The role facilitates behavior programs based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), conducts behavior assessments, and functions as an Assessor when needed. It also provides parent education, develops and delivers intervention activities, and serves as a liaison among the organization, families, community members, therapists, and health care providers.

The position conducts evaluations, case-management and quality assurance reviews, and audits as assigned by the Regional Clinical Director. It meets productivity requirements, including a minimum of 40 billable hours per month through supervision of an assigned caseload, regional case supervision, and/or assessments. The role supports staff meetings and training, defines and evaluates associate responsibilities and performance, and participates in recruitment and selection. It provides onboarding and ongoing training and performance management, maintains current knowledge of research and developments in autism and related fields, and travels as required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education/Development, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or a related field.
• Must have and maintain Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• Five years of related professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in intervention approaches based on Applied Behavior Analysis, including Pivotal Response Training, Natural Environment Teaching, Picture Exchange Communication System, Behavior Skills Training, and experimental functional analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of scientifically validated methodologies and approaches that benefit individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Ability to provide strong leadership, clinical, and administrative skills.
• Ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in interactions with associates, clients, and client families.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations, case-management reviews, quality assurance reviews, and audits as assigned by the Regional Clinical Director.
• Meet productivity requirements, including a minimum of 40 billable hours per month through caseload supervision, regional case supervision, and/or assessments.
• Lead and/or attend staff meetings.
• Prepare and provide specialized training and instructional materials, including staff development training, as assigned.
• Ensure associate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood.
• Manage and evaluate the performance and productivity of associates in the assigned region.
• Work with the Regional Clinical Director and Human Resources in recruiting and selecting new program associates, and oversee associates involved in recruitment and selection as needed.
• Attend conferences and trainings to remain current regarding research, trends, and developments in autism, special education, and related fields.
• Train and onboard new associates and provide ongoing training and performance management.
• Serve as a liaison among the organization, families, and community agencies, including regional centers, school programs, therapists, and health care providers, and assist with questions and concerns.
• Travel as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager