Clinical Supervisor of Center Programming (Group Supervisor)

ACES•Katy, TX

5d•$85,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Supervisor of Center Programming designs, modifies, implements, and supervises in-center Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs intended to decrease maladaptive behaviors and increase social and communication skills for clients with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and/or other special needs. The role also supports Behavior Therapists in developing their skills and careers and following ACES policies and procedures. This position reports to the local Clinical Director. The supervisor oversees center capacity, space utilization, programming, group placement and transitions, curriculum implementation, and staff training and support. The role collaborates with clinical and administrative teams, monitors client and provider processes, provides feedback to Behavior Technicians, helps individualize client goals and behavior plans, and addresses programming or client challenges. The position is based in a clinic setting and bills 60–100% of hours in center. Modeling or teaching staff while working with clients may involve sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting, turning, reaching above the shoulders, and frequent physical transitions.

Requirements

Ability to work independently with only general supervision.
At least 2 years of experience working with clients with ASD or other special needs.
At least 2 years of training and/or education related to ASD.
Minimum master’s degree in psychology, education, social work, or another related field.
Comfort working in a clinic setting.
Strong desire to support and develop staff skills and abilities.
Highly organized.
Professional, positive attitude and appearance.
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 require sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting, turning, reaching above the shoulders, and frequent physical transitions.

Responsibilities

Maintain in-center capacity at a healthy level (80% or higher) and/or in-center prescription fulfillment of approximately 70% or higher, in collaboration with the Clinical Director.
Maintain and manage in-center space utilization and upkeep, and coordinate changes to center locations, curriculum or rotation schedules, space optimization, and other programming matters.
Implement action items related to QPI scores.
Monitor provider and client CTI and communicate about it in collaboration with the Operations Manager; notify the Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Director when documentation is required, such as a PSP.
Model in-center curriculum, program implementation, rotation schedules, and modifications for staff in vivo as needed.
Monitor implementation of the in-center program curriculum across age groups.
Oversee group programming material needs and preparation, delegating these tasks to direct-level or administrative staff when appropriate.
Communicate modifications to in-center programming setup, implementation, and offerings to clinical and administrative teams.
Identify, train, and provide ongoing clinical support and direction to group leaders, including in-vivo training during group sessions.
Place clients in appropriate groups based on skill level and prerequisites, and monitor appropriate group placement.
Supervise and collaborate with the Clinical Supervisor on plans and appropriateness for transitioning 1:1 clients into groups.
Provide Behavior Technicians with verbal and written feedback and complete three TPFs monthly.
Supervise and direct Behavior Technicians working with in-center clients, collaborating with the Clinical Supervisor when additional support is needed.
Ensure in-center client goals and behavior plans are individualized based on the in-center program curriculum.
Troubleshoot client modifications and identify additional support needs for in-center clients; model strategies for staff in vivo when necessary.
Supervise and develop community-based and generalization programs, such as CIP and focused groups.
Problem-solve challenging in-center situations involving clients and staff, with support from Clinical Supervisors and/or Clinical Directors.
Answer parent questions or concerns specifically related to in-center programming curriculum and services offered.
Provide tours of the in-center facility when necessary.
Bill 60–100% of hours in center.

Benefits

Up to $30,000 in annual performance-based incentives.
Sign-on, retention, and relocation incentives may be available based on location and organizational needs.
Up to $10,000 in relocation assistance where applicable.
Up to 21 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 of up to $3,000.
Career advancement opportunities, including paths to Clinical Manager and Area Director.
12 free in-house CEUs annually, a CEU library, and access to CASP CEUs through ACES membership.
Company-paid life insurance.
Financial planning assistance.
Company-paid laptop and cellphone.
Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.
Company-sponsored social events.