BCBA Clinical Supervisor $5000 Hiring Bonus

Easterseals Southern California•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the BCBA Clinical Supervisor provides clinical supervision and work direction to direct reports, delivering discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The supervisor oversees all components of the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs for their caseload and ensures high-quality services that follow best-practice guidelines. The role includes facilitating behavior programs, conducting assessments, providing parent education, developing and delivering interventions, and coordinating with families, community agencies, therapists, and health care providers. The supervisor also conducts evaluations, case-management and quality-assurance reviews, and audits; meets productivity requirements; leads or attends staff meetings; and prepares or delivers training and instructional materials. The supervisor defines and communicates associate responsibilities, manages and evaluates associate performance and productivity, and provides onboarding and ongoing training. The position also supports recruitment and selection, maintains current knowledge through conferences and training, and travels locally as required. Starting pay is $92,000, and the posting advertises a $5,000 hiring bonus.

Requirements

Master’s degree in ABA or a related field.
Maintain Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Maintain current CPR certification.
2–3 years of professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multidisciplinary team setting.
Expert knowledge of scientifically validated methodologies and behavioral analytic approaches for children with ASD, and familiarity with current related research.
Expertise in ABA-based intervention and competency employing and directing Pivotal Response Training (PRT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Behavior Skills Training (BST), and Experimental Functional Analysis (EFA).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making.
Ability to maintain customer-service orientation and professionalism.
Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to work cooperatively with diverse individuals and groups.
Ability to relate well to children and their families and maintain a positive affect.
Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive situations and documentation.
Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and TB test.
Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or a positive titer demonstrating immunity; a signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record and fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation, as required by the organization and/or program.
Ability to travel locally, maintain a driving record compliant with Transportation Safety Standards, and maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.

Responsibilities

Facilitate behavior programs based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), conduct behavior assessments, and function as an assessor when needed.
Provide parent education and develop and deliver specific intervention activities.
Serve as a liaison among the organization, families, community agencies, therapists, and health care providers.
Conduct evaluations, case-management reviews, quality-assurance reviews, and audits as assigned by the Regional Clinical Director.
Meet productivity requirements established in the annual budget.
Lead and/or attend staff meetings.
Prepare and provide specialized training and instructional materials, including staff development training, as assigned by the Regional Clinical Director.
Ensure associate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood.
Manage and evaluate the performance and productivity of associates in the assigned region.
Provide training and onboarding for new associates, ongoing training for assigned Program Managers and Behavior Interventionists, and specialized training for associates preparing for certifications.
Work with the Regional Clinical Director and Human Resources in recruiting and selecting new program associates; oversee associates involved in recruitment and selection as needed.
Attend conferences and training to stay current on research and developments in autism, special education, and related fields.
Assist families and community agencies, including regional centers and school programs, with questions and concerns.
Travel locally as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.