The NEEDS Center is looking for a BCBA to be our Director of Clinical Services and Professional Education (DCSPE).
The Director of Clinical Services and Professional Education (DCSPE) is a senior level administrative position responsible for program development and evaluation/monitoring of the quality of those services in all NEEDS Center locations and for all individuals served by NEEDS Center. In this role, you will be part of the administrative team responsible for the assessment of referrals, discharges and all matters pertaining to the clinical aspects of the program. You will provide oversight, supervision and mentoring of staff in the Graduate ABA program and the RBT program. You will provide leadership that will continue to position NEEDS Center as a leader in our field and will demonstrate appreciation of decentralized participatory management, supporting a team commitment to community-based care. You will actively support through guidance and training that all staff working with the individuals will have a full understanding of ABA programming, as well as the individualized Behavior Management Plans.
This position requires occasional travel to our Florida division in Jacksonville (2-3 times per quarter for 2-3 days each time).
Essential responsibilities of the position:
Administration and Agency and Staff Development
- Provide oversight, mentoring, and supervision of staff in the Graduate ABA program and the RBT program.
- Track the status and progress of staff in the Graduate ABA program and the RBT program.
- Carry out the Agency’s mission by implementing the policies established by Senior Management and the Board of Directors.
- Participate in a leadership role in strategic planning process and develop objectives and action plans to carry out a 3-5 year plan.
- Assume responsibility for implementation of the plan in partnership for programs and services.
- Work collaboratively with Senior VP of Clinical Services to support the development of accountability systems and monitor quality of individual agency programs, ensuring adherence to the agency’s service philosophy
- Seek and use training opportunities and engage in self-evaluation to develop and meet professional goals.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Initiate and monitor all training and clinical systems within the agency settings. S/he will insure that these systems are consistent with the established systems within the NEEDS Center program as a whole.
- Responsible for developing, probing, and monitoring all clinical programs for all individuals. Ensures that all plans meet regulatory requirements. Works in conjunction with the Program Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators, Program Directors in the development, implementation, and monitoring of all clinical plans.
- Works with ancillary services such as Health services and Psychiatry as it pertains to the clinical programming for all individuals.
- Design, monitor and modify behavior data collection systems within the agency. This includes data systems associated with all behavioral programming
- Participate in Individual intake, discharge, and support planning. Attend ISP/IEP and other relevant meetings/appointments as needed. Coordinate and supervise internal quarterly Case Review process at NEEDS Center.
- Oversees regulatory requirements as they pertain to the use of protective holds. Coordinates training for the agency as it pertains to the protective hold curriculum at NEEDS Center.
- Provides coverage of clinical needs that arise due to BCBA turnover and will continue coverage until a BCBA is identified to fill the vacancy.
External Relations
- Actively participates in efforts to enhance the social, economic, and cultural and safety needs of the people NEEDS Center serves.
- Ensure the promotion of NEEDS Center’s name and image within the community.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards and ensure appropriate response to accrediting agencies and funding sources.
- Acts as main contact with the Graduate Program for Applied Behavior Analysis.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Remain current on all government laws, rules, and regulations, NEEDs Center standards, licensing and accreditation agencies requirements pertaining to the position, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Adheres to the mission, vision, and values of NEEDS Center, conducting themselves within the published standards of professional conduct
The work schedule and hours are approximately 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri, but may be occasionally affected by program needs. There will be times when training or other special needs will occur outside of the program schedule.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s in Psychology, Education, Behavior Analysis and BCBA required. Willing to pursue additional training as warranted.
- At least two (2) years’ experience as a BCBA required to provide supervision to staff in the Graduate ABA program.
- At least two (2) years of work experience with individuals with ASD.
- Demonstrated experience in change management and innovation, strategic planning, financial management, organizational growth and expansion.
- DDS experience preferred
- Effective communicator, with experience in staff training
- Familiarity and experience with Massachusetts community-based systems a plus.
- Ability to work flexible hours including early morning, evenings and weekends.
- Maintain the following certifications/licenses: Safety Care, BCBA
