Specialized Program Manager (ABA)

Autism Learning Partners•Hanford, CA

2d•$27 - $34

About The Position

If you are interested in a career where you can be a leader in clinical excellence, have a clear career growth plan, and learn from one of the largest networks of BCBAs, we’d love the opportunity to talk to you! The Specialized Program Manager designs and oversees clinical programs, with the guidance of a Behavior Analyst, in specialized regions where funding sources and business needs permit. This position is primarily responsible for developing intervention plans, tracking and analyzing client progress, and writing progress reports. Additional duties may include direct intervention, clinical assessments, parent education and consultation, and staff training. This position is uniquely created to serve where 80% or greater of the region’s funding sources permit the education and experience qualifications listed below and the VP of Clinical Services and Chief of Clinical Operations have deemed there to be a legitimate business need.

Requirements

Has excellent written and oral communication skills
Possesses courage and resolve to achieve desired results
Has superior organizational and time-management skills
Remains calm and professional in challenging situations
Is comfortable with change, can be flexible and adapt to situations
Welcomes learning
Seeks help when needed and makes it safe for others to share when something is not known
Takes initiative and proactively communicates with others
Succeeds at training paraprofessionals, clients, and parents on clinical programs
Possesses superior problem solving and decision-making skills and strong analytical skills
Bachelor’s Degree + 12 units in ABA coursework completed in a Master's or graduate certificate program required
4+ years of experience working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis
2+ years of experience providing clinical program management under the supervision of a BCBA
1+ year of experience working with various software solutions for data collection, programming, and report writing tasks
1+ year of successfully working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, high performance environment
Reliable transportation (travel will be required)
Must pass a background and reference check
Enthusiasm and professionalism
Must meet funding source requirements and be willing to flex schedule accordingly

Nice To Haves

Current enrollment in a Master’s Program in Psychology, Child Development, Special Education, Applied Behavioral Analysis, or related program is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Communicates with Behavior Analyst to develop and implement behavior intervention plans as needed
Provides clinical program management for clients on assigned caseload. This includes continuously evaluating client needs, providing parent education, and problem solving to help each client reach his or her potential
Collaborates with other professionals, paraprofessionals, and parents in order to provide an effective program
Collects IOA and FOI data during session to ensure treatment integrity
Coordinates client visits to observe behavior technician sessions and provide coaching and clinical support
Motivates and provides mentorship to behavior technicians to help them learn, grow professionally, and implement treatment plans effectively
Is available to parents, clients, and staff by phone when there is an emergency or urgent need
Helps ensure that clients receive the full clinical prescription
Keeps careful record of billable hours that require a parent signature
Maintains client files and treatment logs
Documents consultation and treatment sessions
Provides assessments, progress reports, discharge reports, and treatment plans in a timely manner
Attends, plans, and may lead staff meetings, training classes, and other meetings as required
Attends and participates in IEP meetings
Provides direct intervention to clients as needed
Performs other duties as assigned