Clinical Supv 2, SBS

Easterseals Southern California•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Provides clinical supervision and work direction to direct reports delivering discipline-specific treatment to individuals with severe challenging behaviors who have autism, developmental delays, developmental disabilities, or other diagnoses. Oversees Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program components to ensure high-quality services and use of best-practice guidelines for the supervisor’s caseload and assigned regions. The role supports center-based and home-based services and operations, conducts assessments and experimental functional analyses, provides parent education, develops and delivers interventions, and serves as a liaison among the organization, families, community partners, therapists, and health care providers. The Clinical Supervisor also oversees associate performance, training, onboarding, recruitment activities, quality reviews, and audits. The position includes supporting Behavior Technicians and Program Managers in clinic at least two four-hour shifts per week and providing supervision to SBS associates accruing BCBA practicum hours.

Requirements

Master’s degree in ABA or a related field.
Must possess and maintain BCBA certification and have held the certification for at least two years.
Must possess and maintain current CPR certification.
Must complete MCPP Intermediate and Advanced Crisis Management Training; training is provided during onboarding, and continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of both levels.
Five years of professional experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders as an individual contributor with an own caseload in a multidisciplinary team setting.
One to three years of supervisory experience.
Experience typically includes managing severe behavior problems such as frequent property destruction, aggression toward others, self-injurious behavior, and pica.
Expert knowledge of scientifically validated methodologies and behavioral analytic approaches for individuals with ASD, and familiarity with current related research.
Competence in leading and completing behavioral assessments, including descriptive assessment and experimental functional analysis.
Competence in training and implementing function-based intervention plans, including Functional Communication Training.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to demonstrate sound 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 families and maintain a positive affect.
Ability to exercise discretion, use 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 acceptable for certain vaccinations.
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal-record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and FBI as required by Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
Ability to travel locally and maintain a driving record compliant with Transportation Safety Standards, as well as current auto insurance and vehicle registration.
Must pass all drug testing required by ESSC.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including occasional lifting/carrying, standing, walking, and other listed movements.
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

Facilitate ABA behavior programs for individuals with severe challenging behaviors.
Conduct assessments and experimental functional analyses.
Provide parent education and develop and deliver specific intervention activities.
Support center-based and home-based services and operations.
Conduct evaluations, case-management reviews, quality assurance reviews, and audits for the supervisor’s caseload as assigned.
Meet productivity requirements set forth in the annual budget.
Lead and/or attend staff meetings; prepare and provide specialized training and materials.
Lead and develop protocols for experimental functional analysis and other assessments.
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 SBS Program Managers and SBS Behavior Technicians, and specialized training for associates preparing for certifications.
Work with the Director of SBS and Human Resources on recruitment and selection of associates; oversee associates involved in recruitment and selection as needed.
Attend conferences and trainings to remain current on research and developments in autism, special education, and related fields.
Act as a liaison among the organization, families, and community agencies, including regional centers, school programs, therapists, and health care providers.
Support Behavior Technicians and Program Managers in clinic at least two four-hour shifts per week.
Provide supervision hours to SBS associates accruing BCBA practicum hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.