Assistant Director of Clinical Services

The Assistant Director (AD) is primarily responsible for assisting with the development of Positive Behavioral Support Plans, Behavior Modifying Medication Treatment Plans, a variety of data collection systems, and working with direct care staff and managers to enhance understanding and proper utilization of PBS plans and ensuring that individuals served receive appropriate and consistent support and guidance needed to achieve their own personal goals and to develop necessary skills and healthy behaviors. The BCBA will also maintain a caseload in adult services. The AD will also collaborate with outside agencies to assist with collaborative treatment goals. The AD is responsible for the oversight of PBS plans developed by Behavior Specialists working in adult services and takes an active role in agency-wide PBS implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required to hold an active board certification with the BACB coupled with 5 years of experience in program development, implementation and administration including clinical and practical experience serving adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges. The position requires strong organizational skills, proven supervisory experience, and the ability to communicate effectively. Ability to complete all initial and ongoing background checks including but not limited to: CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting, LEIE, driving record, E-Verify, Physical, PPD and licensing and/or certification checks (i.e., nursing). A valid US driver’s license and ready access to a vehicle.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Must maintain all certifications needed in the program including CPR, First Aid, Safe Techniques to Avoid Restraint and Training (START), and BFAIR Human Rights Training. May need to attend workshops, seminars or BFAIR functions as needed for job development.