Associate Regional Clinical Director

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 $105,000 annually.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION:

Under minimal supervision, this position provides quality, clinical supervision and work direction to subordinates, providing discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Facilitates behavior programs based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), conducts behavior assessments and functions as an Assessor when needed. Provides parent education, develops and delivers specific intervention activities, and functions as a liaison between the organization, families, community, therapists, health care providers, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Conducts evaluations, case-management review, quality assurance reviews, and audits as assigned by Regional Clinical Director. Meets productivity requirements set forth in annual budget. Completes 40 billable hours minimum per month through supervision of assigned caseload, supervision of cases throughout assigned region, and/or completing assessments.
- Leads and/or attends staff meetings. Prepares and provides specialized training and instructional materials including staff development training, as assigned by Regional Clinical Director.
- Ensures associate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood. Manages and evaluates the performance and productivity of associates in assigned region.
- Works with Regional Clinical Director and Human Resources in the recruitment/selection process of new program associates. Oversees associates involved in the recruitment/selection process as needed.
- Attends conferences and trainings to remain current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, special education and related fields.
- Provides training and onboarding for new associates, and provides ongoing training and performance management of associates.
- Functions as liaison between the organization, families, and other community agencies including regional centers, school programs, therapists, and health care providers assisting with questions and concerns as they arise. Travels as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION :

- Master’s Degree with emphasis in Early Childhood Education/Development, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or related field, from an accredited college or university.
- Must have and maintain certification as Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

EXPERIENCE:

- 5 years related professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a multi-disciplinary team setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

- Demonstrated expertise in approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis, employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies, including Pivotal Response Training, Natural Environment Teaching, Picture Exchange Communication System, Behavior Skills Training, and experimental functional analysis
- Demonstrated knowledge of scientifically validated methodologies and approaches found to benefit individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Ability to provide strong leadership, clinical and administrative skills; Ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions, including organization associates, clients, and the client families. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally through oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH ADA:

- Carrying/Lifting:

Occasional

- Standing:

Occasional

- Sitting:

Occasional

- Walking:

Occasional

- Travel:

This position requires travel

- Repetitive Motion/Activity:

- Visual Acuity:

- Environmental Exposure:

The working environment for this position is generally favorable. Lighting and temperatures are
adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.