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We are currently seeking an innovative and enthusiastic BCBA (Clinical Director - job title only) to join our Paired Services team. CSD Paired Services is an exciting opportunity to serve our clients through various modalities such as virtual reality. Our Paired Services program is clinically proven to help our clients accomplish their goals in a fun and efficient way. Be a part of this growing and thrilling new team!
Are you a self-motivated, hands-on individual looking to do something passionate and meaningful with your career? Join us as we open a world of possibilities.
- Position starts at $85,000-$95,000 per year based on experience
- Paid training
- Growth & development opportunities
About Us
The Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is an organization providing services to those with developmental delays, including autism. Our mission is to open a world of possibilities for individuals with Autism and other developmental needs through science, compassion, and humility.
We are grounded in our values of Transparency, Respect, Understanding, & Excellence (TRUE), which guide our efforts as a respected & growing employer and industry leader. Our people and programs deliver personalized, professional, evidence-based behavioral and developmental services to each participant, and peace of mind to caregivers that their loved ones are in the right hands.
About the Opportunity
The Clinical Director designs and supervises the provision of evidence-based mental health services and programs for children with autism spectrum disorders and/or similar developmental disabilities in response to physician recommendations in home, school and/or other natural settings.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Independently conduct regular sessions through various modalities (virtual sessions, virtual reality, etc.) for the assigned caseload to:
- Provide individualized parent education
- Supervise the implementation of the program
- Monitor the completion of all necessary documentation
- Provide in-field training to each direct report
- Educate families on the importance of maintaining a consistent schedule with number of hours that are clinically appropriate for the client
- Efficiently and effectively communicating CSD’s policies to families
- Complete necessary documentation including:
- Treatment plans
- Data sheets
- Behavioral support plans
- Progress reports and discharge reports
- Other site-related documents
- Monitor daily direct service appointments for:
- Completion; i.e. rendering and accurate notes.
- Behavior Specialist cancelations
- Family cancellations
- Maintain appropriate progress notes for supervision hours and input MLS/HLS supervision hours on CSD’s billing program.
- Maintain up-to-date records of CSD’s templates, forms and other documents
- Write, sign and submit progress reports to funding sources by the established deadlines. As a result, is responsible for maintaining a database of all report deadlines for assigned caseload. (Each insurance company will have its own deadlines. Deadlines are available on the policies CSD has created for each insurance company.)
- Meet daily and monthly billable hours goal as set by CSD.
- Provide clinical support and training to assigned team of Clinical Leaders and Behavior Specialists by:
- Holding monthly 1:1 and team meetings and appropriate trainings
- Creating individualized clinical trainings
- Facilitating and completing trainings as assigned by the Regional Director
- Assuring that supervisees’ clinical responsibilities are defined and understood as deemed by CSD’s Commitment to Quality Standards.
- Evaluating clinical performance of supervisees and communicating concerns to the assigned Regional Director
- Maintaining and documenting appropriate progress notes for supervision hours
- Supervise and guide staff/supervisees with all clinical processes including but not limited to:
- Behavioral support plans
- Assessments
- Submission of monthly session plans
- Maintenance of monthly log of lesson plans
- Completion of clinical reports and data collection
- Maintain regular communication with Human Resources and the Regional Director regarding administrative concerns involving clients, Behavior Specialists, and/or Clinical Directors.
- Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments related to autism, special education, and related fields.
- Attend staff meetings, in-services, trainings and other meetings as requested.
- Additional job duties as assigned
Benefits & Perks
- A company founded by clinicians for clinicians
- Benefits package: Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account and Savings on additional voluntarily selected benefits
- PTO, floating holidays, paid holidays
- Full autonomy of your weekly schedule.
- Promotional opportunities
- Professional Development Stipend for CEUs and future education
About Our TRUE Values
- Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission. There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family’s unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics.
- Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission. No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts.
- Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission. We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning.
- Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission. CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause
CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
In accordance with the Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. CSD is dedicated to ensuring fair hiring practices and encourages all individuals, including those with prior criminal histories, to apply.
Requirements
About You
Experience & Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following disciplines: psychology, childhood development, childhood education, special education, pediatric therapy (physical, occupational, or speech therapy), or related field
- BCBA Credential Required
- Two years of related professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities in a multi-disciplinary team setting
- Proven successful experiences with a full ABA caseload
- Knowledgeable of methodologies found to benefit children with autism spectrum disorders, including Applied
- Behavioral Analysis (“ABA”), Early Start Denver Model (“ESDM”), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-Handicapped Children (“TEACCH”), Picture Exchange Communication System (“PECS”), and Pivotal Response Training (“PRT”).
- Knowledgeable of School Continuum of Services and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Knowledgeable of other community resources and agencies that serve children.
- Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
- Able to travel to and work in multiple program service areas; reliable transportation needed (proof of valid driver license, current auto insurance identification card, and acceptable driving record per NIAC standards is required).
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; bilingual ability preferred. Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
- Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment. Able to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software.
Physical requirements may include but is not limited to:
- Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work
- Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair
- Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening
- Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing
- Frequent typing, use of computer
- Occasional walking around building
- Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling
- Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds
- Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car
