Job Description

Salary Range: $65,000 - $115,000

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

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Up to $30,000 annual bonus potential ($2,500 per month)
• Free access to medical care via Telehealth for you & your family
• World class training & mentorship programs
• Flexible schedules
• 100% Remote Position
• Free CEU’s
• Growing organization with over 30-year history providing opportunities for career growth
• Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and new benefits

POSITION

The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for 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, as well as ongoing coaching and training of behavioral technicians. 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. Clinical Supervisors report to the Group Clinical Manager. This is a salaried, exempt, full-time position. This is a remote position, requiring a high level of self-discipline and accountability. While the remote Clinical Supervisor will have the flexibility to work from their home office, we maintain rigorous standards for clinical quality, communication, productivity, and collaboration. They will be expected to adhere to set schedules, attend virtual meetings, and meet deadlines consistently.

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 to support technicians and follow best practices of observation
• Summarize and analyze data to evaluate patient progress towards treatment goals and adjust treatment protocols based upon data
• 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
• Maintain a caseload of 12-18 patients
• Accurately communicate treatment response to treatment stakeholders (i.e., caregivers, payers)
• Coordinate care with other professionals
• 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
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements at all times
• Partner consistently and effectively with other center leadership including but not limited to: Operations Manager, Clinical Supervisors, Administrative Coordinator Technician, Behavior Technician Leads
• Management of employer and patient property
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in Psychology or Applied Behavior Analysis or related field required
• Certification as a behavior analyst from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board required
• Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Empathetic and compassionate individual with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members while maintaining a positive and solution focused attitude
• 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
• Willingness to work with a variety of patients Must pass tuberculosis test if required by funders
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Treatment for patients may occur in a variety of settings including the patient’s home, the CARD center, the patient’s school, the community, or via telehealth. Treatment environments may be subject to loud or excessive noise at times. This remote position requires a professional and quiet home office setup suitable for completing job duties effectively with minimal background noise and distraction. We foster a culture of collaboration and open communication through regular virtual meetings and cutting-edge technology which requires strong internet connection and the ability to present oneself on camera, video, and web-based calls or meetings regularly.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Be able to work with patients and staff using assigned technology, including but not limited to computers, laptops, iPads, cameras, phones, etc.
• Be able to utilize continuous visual tracking in order to monitor the movement of patients, as well as the items and circumstances in the surrounding environment
• Ability to use a computer, iPad, or similar technology for extended amounts of time throughout the typical workday in order to complete job duties
• Operate basic office equipment and navigate and utilize relevant software programs effectively
• 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
• Ability to travel by automobile and airplane, if necessary

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