Clinical Supervisor II

Center for Autism and Related Disorders•San Diego, CA

27d

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor II oversees all clinical aspects of treatment for assigned patients, including assessing and analyzing skills and challenging behaviors, developing treatment plans, supervising 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, at school, in the community, or via telehealth. The position reports to the Group Clinical Manager. The role primarily works physically within the center to support technicians and promote best practices through direct observation. The supervisor maintains a minimum caseload of 15 patients and fulfills at least 120 payor/client-authorized billable hours per month, including supervisory and therapy hours. Clinical work includes standardized assessments, data analysis, treatment-plan updates, caregiver collaboration, coordination with other professionals, and communication with payers and other stakeholders. The position is based at 7220 Trade St, Suite 385 & 390, San Diego, California 92121, and may require travel among treatment locations.

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.
Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance when necessary.
Ability to pass a tuberculosis test.
Empathy, compassion, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to collaborate with team members with a positive, solution-focused attitude.
Ability to work independently, solve problems, and exercise clinical judgment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent time-management skills 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 treatment program design for children with varying skill levels.
Compliance with BACB guidelines, rules, and regulations.
Desire to continuously learn and develop skills.
Willingness to work in a variety of locations, including centers and patient homes, and with a variety of patients.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.

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 determine 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, and provide ongoing coaching and training.
Work primarily within the center to support technicians and follow best practices for direct observation.
Summarize and analyze data to evaluate progress toward treatment goals and adjust protocols based on the data.
Fulfill a minimum of 120 payor/client-authorized billable hours per month, inclusive of 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 treatment through consistent Caregiver Collaboration meetings.
Engage collaboratively, professionally, thoroughly, and informatively with payers, including attending funding meetings as needed.
Stay current on ABA treatment best practices.
Maintain appropriate documentation in Skills and patients’ medical records.
Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues.
Provide a safe and supportive environment and maintain HIPAA compliance.
Partner consistently and effectively with center and company leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.