ABA Program Manager

Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities.

Starting salary $70,304 per year.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under supervision by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Assoc. Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Supervisor, or Regional Clinical Director), provides program management and executes changes in program. Provides specialized behavior intervention services and program supervision to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or other related disabilities. Works closely with the BCBA and Behavior Interventionists to provide intervention, conduct assessments, write progress reports and develop programs for assigned cases.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

• Supervises Behavior Interventionists to ensure all recorded data is correct and accurate. Manages and maintains program records. Maintains data reliability and fidelity checks regularly. Plans and leads monthly progress updates for each family served with program team.
• Assists in creating and delivering specific intervention activities and provides parent education according to treatment plan or other individualized assessments. Monitors the skill acquisition of children and adults diagnosed on the autism spectrum in natural settings.
• Completes necessary documentation including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports and exit summaries, and keeps updated with other programs, and participant-related documents and reports.
• Provides and coordinates on-going competency-based staff training. Attends staff meetings, in-services, treatment planning, trainings, and other meetings, as requested.
• Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, ABA, special education and related fields.
• Maintains frequent, professional and courteous communications with participants and families. Communicates parental concerns and needs immediately to the case supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, special education, or psychology.
• Must have and maintain current CPR certification card.

EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years of professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices, and scientifically validated methodologies and approaches, found to benefit children with ASD; familiar with current research findings.
• Familiar with the approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies including Pivotal Response Training (PRT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Behavior Skills Training (BST), and Experimental Functional Analysis (EFA).
• Familiar with the field of early intervention; knowledge of other community resources and agencies that serve children.
• Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills.
• Able to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups. Must relate well to children and their families and maintain positive affect.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Very good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and related computer software.
• Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.
• Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or positive titer showing immunity. A signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.

Carrying/Lifting: Occasional
Standing: Occasional
Sitting: Frequent
Walking: Occasional
Repetitive Motion/Activity: Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting in order to observe, assess and interact with participants. Frequent speaking, listening to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the telephone.
Visual Acuity: Maintaining close visual attention to write reports and to work at a computer.
Travel: This position requires up to 30% local travel. Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.
Environmental Exposure: Frequent exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.) 20-50% of work time.