BCBA Staff Trainer

Manhattan Behavioral Center • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic BCBA Staff Trainer that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive. MBC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where everyone can be their authentic self, and where authenticity is celebrated. We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members. Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children. We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday. Strong commitment to growth with 5 professional development days per year. Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors. Opportunities for growth across all companies.

Requirements

• BCBA required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with children with Autism or PDD population using the ABA model
• Experience with the development, training, and mentorship of staff in an ABA Setting
• Articulate and thorough communicator who is comfortable speaking in both small and large groups
• Must be committed to the dissemination of ABA through a caring and compassionate lens
• Ability to retain thorough and detailed records
• Must be able to work independently and maintain a professional yet friendly demeanor when working in the home and clinic.

Responsibilities

• Maintains MBC training procedures and systems
• Develop and oversee on-boarding systems and timelines
• Create and enhance procedures and materials to promote efficient and effective training as well as best outcomes for all staff
• Maintain didactic training content, ensuring it is up to date and aligned with current literature
• Prepare onboarding package materials and be point of contact for all new hires
• Conducts and facilitates training for all staff
• Coordinate schedule of all training needs for new hires, including didactic training (e.g., lecture and roleplays), in-session training with clients, and meetings.
• Coordinate cross-training needs for current staff, including scheduling in-session training and meetings.
• Track and communicate training progress to staff members, scheduling, and supervisors.
• Conduct in-person training with staff, including didactic and in-session (e.g., co-treats) across a variety of clients
• Facilitate moving new hires through training phases (e.g., complete check-ins with new hires, meet with staff supporting training, observe training sessions, communicate training focus)
• Conduct observations of training sessions to monitor progress and complete skill assessments; providing feedback and support as well as follow-up and additional training as needed
• Collaborate with Case Managers on the training processes and to problem solve/provide assistance with issues that arise
• Collaborate with scheduling and Clinical Admin on caseloads and to identify and plan for training needs
• Assists with oversight of electronic data collection system (e.g., Central Reach) across all comprehensive and supplemental cases
• Maintain MBC protocols and training guidelines for use of Central Reach
• Provide oversight and training to Central Reach users (e.g., initial training, follow up, support)
• Monitor MBC protocols for maintaining case documentation (e.g., initial book set up, documentation review, session guidelines, etc.)
• Collaborate with Case Managers and Clinical Admin to ensure efficient, accurate, and effective use of current systems and technology
• Leads initiatives for on-going training and professional development of all staff
• Collaborate with Director of Clinical Development in maintaining a calendar of training based on center needs
• Develop training content and materials for staff development days and on-going training needs
• Present trainings to all staff and complete follow up meetings/observations
• Collaborate with Case Managers, Clinical Admin, and Related Service Provider to support needs of all staff throughout the year including coordination of observations, addressing concerns/questions, and clarifying expectations
• Explain complex concepts to others, ensuring the information is relevant and checking for comprehension
• Assists in supervising and managing ABA therapists
• Build and maintain a professional and positive rapport with each staff member
• Regularly observe ABA therapists and provide updates to clinical team on needs or follow up
• Provide training and feedback to all staff related to direct care with clients, as well as each staff members’ assigned role and expectations (e.g., grapher, client assist)
• Participate in scheduled reviews of ABA therapists (e.g., gives input on completion of duties)
• Meet with individual graphers on an as-needed basis to provide training and support and schedules recurring group trainings/meetings with all graphers
• Meets with Training Team on a regular basis
• Prepare and manages agenda, including highlighting priority items, reporting on completed tasks, and following up on outstanding items
• Maintain list of short and long term goals and projects, and participate in planning, creating timelines, and setting deadlines
• Report concerns to Director of Clinical Development in a timely manner (e.g., staff training, parent difficulties, challenges meeting deadlines etc.)
• Submit thorough, complete, and timely paperwork to Director of Clinical Development
• Support ongoing needs of center
• Serve as role model/leader within organization to ABA therapists and other providers
• Provide coverage based on daily staffing needs (e.g., on-call responsibilities, direct service)
• Assist with general concerns regarding facilities, scheduling, busing, etc. as needed
• Participate in initiatives to boost and maintain morale
• Demonstrate professional competence across situations (e.g., attendance/timeliness, communication and collaboration with others, confidentiality, navigating unexpected or challenging circumstances etc.)
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) in addition to company closures the last week of December and Spring break in April
• Affordable health insurance plans as low as $50 per month to support employee well-being
• Employer retirement plan
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• Access to educational opportunities at Capella University, plus scholarships and offers to help you save on tuition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees