Behaviorist/Autism Clinical Specialist

Redwood Coast Regional • Ukiah, CA

2d • $87,012 - $122,448 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, this position coordinates and manages the clinical application of best practice guidelines; assists case managers with clinical referrals; advises service coordination units on clinical best practice for individuals with behavioral challenges; monitors outcomes; provides technical assistance to local clinicians and service providers; and contributes expertise to statewide clinician trainings regarding behavioral services. The position works in close coordination with staff members and service providers in the community. The Board-Certified Behavior Analyst coordinates and manages the clinical application of best practice guidelines; assists case managers with clinical referrals; advises service coordination units on clinical best practice for individuals with behavioral challenges; monitors outcomes; provides technical assistance to local clinicians and service providers; and contributes expertise to statewide clinician trainings regarding behavioral services. The position works in close coordination with staff members and service providers in the community.

Requirements

• Clinical License – Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• At least 5 years developing and implementing behavioral objectives and service plans including experience with developmental disabilities and severe behavioral challenges.
• Experience developing and implementing plans of support specific to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with an array of empirically and socially validated best practices pertaining to ID/DD ASD (ABA, TEACCH, DRI, RDI, AAC/AT, Positive psychology, etc.).
• Provision of direct services, support, and training in a community service setting and experience in a consultant supervisory or quality improvement role required.
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavior Support training and interventions.
• Knowledge of basic human development and developmental disabilities, including instructional strategies and the development of communication, social, sensory, and cognitive skills.
• Understanding of individualized, Client and family focused assessment, planning and intervention techniques for persons with developmental disabilities and/or ASD.
• Knowledge of best practice for individuals with DD/ ID including ASD
• Training and consultation skills including understanding of adult learning principles.
• Ability to work as part of a team including multi-disciplinary professionals, community service providers, individuals with developmental disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorders and family members.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Background in OBM is extremely desirable.
• Familiarity with community-based services and supports for these populations; basic knowledge of regulatory requirements for licensed homes and services is extremely desirable.
• Knowledge of nutrition/feeding of individuals with DD/ID including ASD desirable

Responsibilities

• Monitors behavioral services for clients residing in Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes, through a combination of announced and unannounced in-person visits. Provides mentorship, quality assurance and technical assistance ensuring positive quality of life driven outcomes for clients served.
• Monitors the Individual Behavior Supports Plan objectives for clients residing in Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes and prepares written documentation on the status of the objectives.
• Participates as a member of the Individual Behavior Supports Team for clients residing in Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes.
• Develop, monitor, and enhance behavioral services for children and adults served by RCRC.
• Provide consultation and training for Regional Center staff and vendored service providers, such as licensed homes, day activity providers, and other vendors regarding behavioral challenges / skill deficits exhibited by Clients with and without ASD.
• Provide technical assistance quality assurance and oversight to service providers regarding development and implementation of skill acquisition and behavior deceleration plans including specific and eclectic effective methodologies.
• Provide assessment of available community services and screening/ consultation with existing or prospective service providers for the development of needed services and supports to meet Clients’ needs.
• Participate in other state or community organizations and outreach activities, as needed.
• Other duties related to role as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed