Early Autism Program Coordinator

The Summit Center • Town of Amherst, NY

1d • $62,300 - $67,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

Requirements

• Masters degree in speech, education, school psychology or other related field or Doctorate in psychology, speech, education or other related field
• 3 years experience with autism and/or Applied Behavior Analysis
• Maintains Certification as a Special Education Teacher with Students with Disabilities Birth – Grade 2 certification; or maintains NYS Licensure as a psychologist or Speech Language Pathologist.
• License-eligible candidates must be working under a limited permit and must receive license within two years of employment.
• Maintains membership in one or more professional organizations related to autism, early childhood education or professional practice
• OCFS (Office of Child & Family Services) fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

• BCBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in the selection and oversight of Early Autism Program staff
• Assign the caseloads and schedules to the Early Autism Program teachers
• Maintain the EAP waitlist in conjunction with Administrative Services
• Provide services to consumers within program and in school districts
• Conduct evaluations
• Assist with efforts to ensure clinical/educational accountability
• Assist in developing the EAP budget
• Maintain the rights of individuals being served
• Assist with the development of policies and procedures for program
• Assist with the development and maintenance of university affiliations
• Promote good public relations
• Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor

Benefits

• Up to 42 days of paid time off
• 14–16 paid holidays annually
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
• 401K with up to 4% employer match
• Life and long-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level