Clinical Supv 2, SBS

Easterseals Southern California•Whittier, CA

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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, and/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 position facilitates behavior programs, conducts assessments and experimental functional analyses, provides parent education, develops and delivers intervention activities, and serves as a liaison among the organization, families, community partners, therapists, and health care providers. The role supports center-based and home-based services and operations, conducts evaluations and quality reviews, manages associate performance, and provides training and supervision. It supports Behavior Technicians and Program Managers in clinic for at least two four-hour shifts per week and provides supervision to SBS associates accruing BCBA practicum hours. Local travel may be required for up to 50% of the time.

Requirements

Master’s degree in ABA or a related field.
Maintain Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and have held the certification for at least two years.
Maintain current CPR certification.
Complete required MCPP Intermediate and Advanced Crisis Management Training. Training is provided during onboarding; continued employment is contingent on successfully passing 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.
Strong competence in leading and completing behavioral assessments, including descriptive assessment and experimental functional analysis.
Competence in training others and implementing function-based intervention plans, including Functional Communication Training (FCT).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
Good judgment and decision-making skills; professionalism and customer-service orientation.
Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to work cooperatively with varied individuals and groups, relate well to families, and maintain a positive affect.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive situations and documentation.
Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and TB test.
Provide proof of required vaccinations or a positive titer showing immunity; a signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.
Obtain and maintain criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation, as required by ESSC 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.
Pass all drug testing required by ESSC.
Meet the stated physical requirements, including occasional lifting/carrying, standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, squatting, kneeling, grasping, and twisting; frequent sitting and keyboard, telephone, and writing activities; and ability to view a computer monitor and read newsprint.
Work with regular exposure to unpleasant or hazardous conditions, including noise, heat, dust, and bodily fluids.

Responsibilities

Facilitate ABA-based behavior programs for individuals with severe challenging behaviors.
Conduct assessments and experimental functional analyses; lead and develop protocols for these and other assessments.
Provide parent education and develop and deliver specific intervention activities, including function-based interventions.
Support center-based and home-based services and operations.
Conduct evaluations, case-management reviews, quality assurance reviews, and audits for the supervisor’s caseload or as assigned by the Director of Severe Behavior Services.
Meet productivity requirements established in the annual budget.
Lead and/or attend staff meetings and prepare and provide specialized training and materials.
Ensure associate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood.
Manage and evaluate associate performance and productivity in the assigned region.
Train and onboard new associates; provide ongoing training to SBS Program Managers and SBS Behavior Technicians, as well as specialized training for associates preparing for certifications.
Work with the Director of SBS and Human Resources on recruitment and selection of associates, and oversee associates involved in recruitment and selection as needed.
Attend conferences and trainings to remain current on research, trends, and developments in autism, special education, and related fields.
Serve as a liaison among the organization, families, regional centers, school programs, therapists, health care providers, and other community agencies, assisting with questions and concerns.
Support Behavior Technicians and Program Managers in clinic for at least two four-hour shifts per week.
Provide supervision hours to SBS associates accruing BCBA practicum hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.