Clinical Supervisor II (BCBA)

Center for Autism and Related Disorders•Woodland Hills, CA

12d

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor II is responsible for the clinical aspects of treatment for assigned patients, including assessing and analyzing skills and challenging behaviors, developing treatment plans, overseeing treatment implementation, collaborating with and training caregivers, and coaching and training behavioral technicians. Treatment plans address areas of medical necessity and may be delivered at a CARD center, in a patient’s home or school, in the community, or via telehealth. The role primarily works physically within the center to support technicians and promote best practices through direct observation. Clinical Supervisor IIs report to the Group Clinical Manager. The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is a founder-owned organization and a large provider of services for people with autism spectrum disorder. CARD uses applied behavior analysis (ABA) to develop and implement individualized treatment programs intended to help patients fulfill their potential and live joyful lives.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field.
Certification as a behavior analyst from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Reliable means of transportation and proof of auto insurance when necessary.
Pass a tuberculosis test.
Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate empathy and compassion.
Collaborate with team members while maintaining a positive, solution-focused attitude; work independently to solve problems and exercise clinical judgment.
Communicate effectively in verbal and written formats.
Demonstrate strong time management and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook, and ability to use new computer systems and iPads.
Knowledge of ABA treatment techniques and program designs for children with varying skill levels.
Abide by BACB guidelines, rules, and regulations.
Proficiency in English, written and verbal.
Willingness to work with a variety of patients and in a variety of locations, including centers and patient homes.

Nice To Haves

Desire to continuously learn and develop skillsets.

Responsibilities

Use clinical judgment to promote optimal outcomes for each patient.
Develop and maintain treatment plans, updating them at least monthly based on patient response to treatment.
Ensure supervision hours achieve 100% treatment adherence each month.
Evaluate patients to identify skill deficits and strengths, and analyze challenging behaviors to identify their function.
Develop functionally relevant treatment plans to reduce challenging behaviors.
Observe treatment implementation, identify potential program revisions, and monitor treatment integrity.
Direct behavioral technicians in implementing new or revised treatment protocols; provide ongoing coaching and training.
Work physically within the center to support technicians and follow best practices for direct observation.
Summarize and analyze data to evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment protocols.
Fulfill at least 120 payor/client-authorized billable hours per month, including supervisory and therapy hours, and maintain a minimum caseload of 15 patients.
Communicate treatment response accurately to stakeholders, including caregivers and payers.
Coordinate care with professionals inside and outside the organization.
Administer, complete, and score standardized assessments.
Include caregivers in the treatment team through consistent Caregiver Collaboration meetings.
Engage collaboratively and professionally with payers, including attending funding meetings such as IEP meetings and peer reviews as needed.
Stay current on ABA treatment best practices.
Maintain appropriate documentation in Skills and the patient’s medical record.
Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues.
Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues, and comply with HIPAA requirements.
Partner consistently and effectively with center and company leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.