Clinical Coordinator (BCBA Supervisor)

Shrub Oak International School • Lake Mohegan, NY

115d • $100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The BCBA Supervisor (acting as one of our licensed clinical coordinators) is a licensed position, will provide expertise in ABA and human development related services, serving as a member of the clinical leadership and supervisor of BCBAs and/or RBTs. Working with students in the Founders Cohort, they will evaluate treatment progress, conduct assessments, including FBA’s, develop behavior plans, and provide clinical supervision and support. This individual will also support the design and development of treatment plans and provide direct support and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students. They will coordinate progress reports, provide on-call clinical crisis coverage, deliver behavioral and family therapy and oversee visitation protocols. They will maintain key relationships and collaborate as needed and required with students, their families and all levels of staff at the Shrub Oak International School to ensure that the individualized needs of each student are met. Having access to confidential information, discretion and independent judgement is required. Provides leadership in ABA to ensure that students’ individualized needs are met, working with the clinical team, education and student life teams, administration, families, and external constituencies as needed and required.

Requirements

• New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) License in good professional standing required.
• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field with BCBA Certification or PsyD required; doctoral degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience providing behavioral treatment/ABA services required; 10 years of experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical supervisory experience required; 5 years of experience is preferred.
• Experience working with students with developmental disabilities or on the autistic spectrum is strongly preferred; school experience is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional written communication skills, specifically involving documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other related administrative tasks.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and executing de-escalation techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results working collaboratively in a dynamic environment by building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders, including students, families, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to lead, develop and mentor others.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to display grit and resilience and maintain composure.
• Demonstrated ability to have a sense of urgency, ability to make sound and appropriate decisions under pressure where situations/circumstances are continually evolving.
• Ability to multi-task, and handle multiple situations with discretion, and sensitivity to a variety of factors, while exercising sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment.
• Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including those aggressive in nature.
• Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and reassessments of a student's social and emotional needs and develop individualized ITEP goals and behavior plans for each student.
• Utilize a variety of treatment modalities that are student centered, strength based, empathic, and creative to address each student's particular needs.
• Supervise BCBAs, RBTs, and other members of the Shrub Oak clinical team.
• Design, implement, and/or supervise new systems, groups, and alternative programming for students.
• Oversee and coordinate the scheduling of clinical staff, ensuring that clinical session notes and required documentation are appropriately prepared, collected and submitted as required.
• Support students clinically in community and workplace environments to promote success for community/social integration, future employment opportunities and other life achievements as appropriate.
• Proactively maintain communication with students, family members and/or other caregivers as appropriate to effectively address student progress, development, and challenges.
• Participate in clinical and Shrub Oak activities to advance field knowledge and engage in activities to remain at the forefront of professional development and advancements.
• Actively assist with other programs, events, and services administered through Shrub Oak and may be involved in a wider range of responsibilities.
• Perform any other responsibilities as needed and required.

Benefits

• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401k w/ company match.
• Tuition/Professional development assistance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree