Clinical Manager, Treatment Initiation

ACES • Mountain View, CA

16d • $93,000 - $1,100,000

About The Position

The Clinical Manager, Treatment Initiation evaluates clients for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services using evidence-based assessment techniques. The role conducts initial clinical intake meetings in person or via telehealth, identifies long-term objectives for clients and their families, and initiates ABA treatment. The manager transitions clients from intake to their treatment teams and monitors use of recommended hours during the first authorization period. The position also supports staff training, clinical strategy, and challenging cases, and works under the supervision of the Area Director.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently with only general supervision.
• Minimum master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, psychology, education, social work, or another related field, and BCBA certification or clinical license.
• At least 3 years of clinical supervision experience as a BCBA.
• Valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation.
• Complete background check, tuberculosis test, LiveScan fingerprinting, and any other clearance required by funding sources.
• Comfort working in home, community, school, clinic, and military base environments.
• Comfort working in group settings and leading small groups of staff and clients.
• Strong desire to support and develop staff skills and abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, word processing, spreadsheets, email, database software, and project management software.
• Highly organized.
• Professional, positive attitude.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force and lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Direct work with clients may involve sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting and turning, reaching above shoulders, and frequent physical transitions.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of clinical supervision experience as a BCBA.
• At least 5 years of experience working with clients with ASD or other special needs.
• At least 5 years of training and/or education related to ASD.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and accurate assessments to clients in clinic, home, community, or telehealth settings.
• Use evidence-based ABA assessment techniques.
• Transition clients from initial intake to their treatment team and monitor utilization of recommended hours during the first authorization period.
• Assist the Vice President of Clinical Service Delivery and Assessment Coordinator with ongoing trainings.
• Review treatment overview, processes, and expectations with families.
• Keep the care team updated regarding assessment status.
• Prepare and submit a final ABA assessment report using approved case-specific templates.
• Stay informed about ABA assessment and evaluation techniques and tools by attending ongoing trainings.
• Review quarterly outcome data from the region and collaborate on clinical strategy elevation.
• Assist the Clinical Director in supporting challenging clinical cases to influence positive outcomes.

Benefits

• Up to 26 paid days off annually, including holidays, vacation days, and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available within 30 days of joining.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Referral bonuses up to $2,000.
• Individual sign-on bonus opportunities.
• Sign-on, retention, and relocation incentives may be available based on location and organizational needs.
• Competitive bonus opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager