BCBA Clinical Supervisor

Easterseals Southern California•Bakersfield, CA

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About The Position

Under direct supervision, the BCBA Clinical Supervisor provides quality clinical supervision and work direction to direct reports, delivering discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The role oversees all components of the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs for the assigned caseload, ensuring high-quality services and adherence to best-practice guidelines. The supervisor facilitates ABA-based behavior programs, conducts assessments, provides parent education, develops and delivers intervention activities, and serves as a liaison among the organization, families, and community partners. The position also supports evaluations, case-management and quality-assurance reviews, audits, staff training and development, associate onboarding and performance management, and recruitment activities. The role requires attending conferences and trainings to remain current in autism, special education, and related fields, and traveling locally as required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in ABA or a related field.
Must possess and maintain Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Must possess and 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 benefiting children with ASD, and familiarity with current related research findings.
Expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis intervention approaches and competence in 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).
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment and decision-making consistently.
Ability to maintain customer-service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.
Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to work cooperatively with varied individuals and groups; ability to relate well to children and families and maintain a positive affect.
Ability to exercise discretion, demonstrate good judgment, and maintain confidentiality when handling 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 showing immunity; a signed declination may be accepted for certain vaccinations.
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation according to Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
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) principles, conduct behavior assessments, and serve as an Assessor when needed.
Provide parent education and develop and deliver specific intervention activities.
Serve as a liaison between the organization, families, community partners, 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 associates’ responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood.
Manage and evaluate the performance and productivity of associates in the assigned region.
Train and onboard new associates; provide ongoing training to assigned Program Managers and Behavior Interventionists; and provide specialized training to associates preparing for certifications.
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 stay current on research, trends, and developments in autism, special education, and related fields.
Travel as required and perform other duties as assigned.