Team Leader - Specialized Autism Aftercare Program
About The Position
Arc Broward is seeking a full-time, year-round Team Leader for its Out-of-School Time (after-school and summer) Program, specifically within the Alternative Behavioral Learning Environment (ABLE) Program. This role involves leading a team that supports children and youth with Autism and other disabilities in engaging activities. The Team Leader will use leadership and coaching skills to foster professional growth within the team, promote a positive and supportive culture, and ensure high-quality, person-centered services for children aged 3-22 with Autism, other Developmental Disabilities, and challenging behaviors.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a relevant field (Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, etc.).
- Minimum of 2 years of related experience leading programs for children with Autism/Behavioral Challenges.
- Minimum of 2 years implementing Applied Behavior Analysis Plans with children who have challenging behaviors.
- Positive and supportive demeanor.
- Great leadership skills.
Nice To Haves
- Training and experience developing ABA plans preferred.
Responsibilities
- Effectively supports team members to enhance their professional growth and development, performance, teamwork, morale, and service provision.
- Consistently coordinates personnel management by making recommendations for hiring, providing consistent support and recognition, providing initial and ongoing training, conducting coaching sessions and performance reviews, facilitating teamwork, and engaging in and encouraging effective communication.
- Plans and oversees the Individualized Behavior Analysis Services to include functional assessment, establishment of goals and objectives, development of Individual Behavior Plans, oversight of plan implementation, and data management and analysis.
- Teaches, participates in, and oversees prescribed crisis prevention and intervention strategies (PCM).
- Oversees the implementation of all program components, including Behavior Analysis, Social Skills Training, Fitness and Nutrition, Cultural Arts, Academics, Enrichment Activities, Family Engagement, and Drowning Prevention Instruction.
- Responsibly ensures that children supported are safe and living healthy lives by monitoring safety issues; practicing appropriate emergency medical and behavioral procedures; responding to emergencies; promoting children’s rights regarding health and safety; and participating in emergency disaster preparedness.
Benefits
- Over 5 weeks of Paid Time Off
- Paid Training
- Unlimited, generous Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Assistance Program resources for all staff (and immediate family members)
- Medical insurance coverage
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Short / Long term disability plans
- Supplemental Aflac insurance plans
- Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
