Associate Supervisor (BCaBA)

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ORGANIZATION The Center for Autism and Related Disorders is seeking highly motivated professionals to join our team. As a member of our growing, founder-owned organization, you’ll have the opportunity to join a well-established, mission-driven industry leader focused on helping people with autism live their best lives. CARD offers a dynamic work environment where your talents and skills will be valued and rewarded. The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is among the world’s largest and most experienced organizations effectively treating individuals of all ages who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. CARD treats autistic individuals using the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), which is empirically proven to be the most effective method addressing the behaviors and deficits commonly associated with autism. With locations throughout the US, CARD’s mission is to provide top-quality services that help every patient fulfill their potential and live joyful lives. Through its network of trained behavior technicians, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and researchers, CARD develops and implements quality, comprehensive, and individualized treatment programs that lead to success. Remote Location - CA Sacramento, California 95834 Salary Range: $55k - $110k Salary is dependent on experience and location WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE Earn big: Up to $30,000 in annual bonuses ($2,500/month potential) Learn & grow: Free CEUs, plus high-quality paid training and ongoing mentorship Work your way: Onsite, hybrid, and fully remote opportunities available Care for you & your family: Free telemedicine: Free mental health & wellness support Real work-life balance: Flexible scheduling and PTO Plan for the future: 401(k) plus free financial wellness seminars Perks that matter: Pet insurance, corporate discounts, subscriptions, and more Invest in your education: University partnerships and tuition discounts Build a career, not just a job: Join a growing organization with 30+ years of impact and clear paths for advancement Potential Relocation Assistance: Depending on eligibility and business needs, you may qualify for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance to support transition expenses. This assistance is intended to help cover moving, travel, and related support as you relocate to help families. As in all such agreements, it is subject to conditions and may require repayment if employment ends prematurely. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Associate Clinical Supervisor is responsible for coordinating with the Primary Clinical Supervisor regarding all clinical aspects of treatment for the patients they oversee. This includes the assessment and analysis of the patient’s skills and challenging behaviors, development of treatment plans, overseeing the implementation of treatment, collaboration with and training of their patient’s caregivers. Treatment plans are primarily designed to address areas of medical necessity and may occur in a variety of settings including the CARD center, patient’s home, school, community, or via telehealth. Associate Clinical Supervisors report to the Group Clinical Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Uses clinical judgment to promote optimal outcomes for each patient Develop and maintain treatment plans Ensure that all supervision hours are at 100% treatment adherence each month Evaluate patients to identify both skill deficits and strengths Analyze challenging behaviors to identify the function of the behavior Develop functionally relevant treatment plans to reduce challenging behaviors Observe treatment implementation for potential program revisions Monitor treatment integrity to ensure satisfactory implementation of treatment protocols Direct behavior technicians in the implementation of new or revised treatment protocols Provides ongoing coaching and training to behavioral technicians Primarily works onsite to support technicians through direct observation and best practices Analyze patient data to assess progress toward treatment goals and adjust protocols accordingly Update treatment plans at least once per month, based upon patient response to treatment Fulfill a minimum of 120 payor/client authorized billable hours per month, inclusive of supervisory hours and therapy hours Accurately communicate treatment responses to treatment stakeholders (i.e., caregivers, payers) Coordinate care with other professionals inside and outside of the organization Administer, complete, and score standardized assessments Includes caregiver as a part of the treatment team, as evidenced by consistent Caregiver Collaboration meetings Interacts with payers in a way that is collaborative, professional, thorough, and informative Engages with payers as needed for funding meetings (i.e., IEP, peer reviews) Stay up to date on best practices for ABA treatment to ensure clinical excellence Maintains appropriate documentation in Skills and the patient’s medical record Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families and colleagues Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families and colleagues Always maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements Maintain consistent coordination with the primary Clinical Supervisors assigned to cases; monthly treatment overlaps and final approval on Behavior Intervention Plans and treatment plans Partner consistently and effectively with all center and company leadership Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or related field BCaBA certification 2+ years of experience providing Applied Behavior Analysis treatment to children with ASD Complete 8-hour Supervision Training in compliance with BACB Supervision standards Completed initial post-BCaBA certification 1,000 hours, preferred English proficiency, both verbal and written Ability to travel by automobile, plane, or other means regularly to local centers, patient homes and intermittent trainings Reliable means of transportation with proof of auto insurance when necessary Must pass tuberculosis test KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Empathetic and compassionate individual with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality Ability to work collaboratively with team members while maintaining positive and solution-focused Ability to work independently to problem solve and exercise clinical judgment An effective communicator in both verbal and written formats Demonstrate excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment Excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Outlook; ability to use new computer systems and iPads. Desire to continuously learn and develop skillsets Demonstrate knowledge of ABA treatment techniques and treatment program designs for children of varying skill levels Proven people-management skills Willing and able to work in a variety of locations (center, patient home, etc.) Ability to work with a variety of patients Must abide by BACB guidelines, rules, and regulations Proficiency in English, both written and verbal WORK ENVIRONMENT: Treatment may occur in a variety of settings including the patient’s home, the CARD center, the patient’s school, the community, or via telehealth. Associate Supervisors work in environments that are both indoors and outdoors and may move between different locations throughout the course of the workday. Treatment environments may be subject to loud or excessive noise at times. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work with patients and staff using assigned technology, including but not limited to computers, laptops, iPads, cameras, phones, etc. Be able to work with patients who are seated on the floor, in small chairs, or other home, school, community and clinic environments Move frequently throughout the therapeutic setting to gather materials, anticipate, and respond to the movement of a patient, and/or provide instruction in a variety of settings, such as school, playground, clinic, or community locations Constantly position oneself to participate and respond to the movements and behaviors of patients, including but not limited to bending to assist a patient, kneeling/crouching to teach a play skill, hurrying to block an open doorway, or reaching to prevent a patient from entering a traffic congested street Be able to utilize continuous visual tracking to monitor the movement of patients, as well as the items and circumstances in the surrounding environment Occasionally move to evade aggressive behaviors and/or physically block attempts to aggress towards others, including self-injurious behaviors (aggression towards self). Responding to behaviors may occasionally require bearing weight of a patient who is leaning, pushing, etc. Frequently teach patients to use vocal speech. Must be able to articulate sound and model speaking clearly, as well as listen to and shape vocal communication of patients Occasionally use modeling to teach gross motor skills, such as climbing or jumping, and fine motor skills such as clapping or opening a container Work in both indoor and outdoor settings as they relate to the patient’s natural environment, which may include being outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (e.g., community skills, recess in a school setting, etc.) Be able to lift up to at least 30 lbs. while assisting patients Ability to travel locally between center, patient homes and community locations #CARD3 Click to access EEOC Workplace Poster Click to access IER Right to Work Poster and E-Verify