Assistant Supervisor PT

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. 912 W. Chandler Blvd Suite B-7 Chandler, Arizona 85225

PAY RANGE: $21.96 - $28.00

POSITION OVERVIEW The Assistant Supervisor PT is responsible for the direct implementation of CARD treatment programs to patients with Autism Spectrum Disorders by providing mid-level supervision and direct therapy to patients. Under the guidance of CARD Clinical Supervisors, the Assistant Supervisor PT works onsite with patients in a variety of settings which include the CARD center, the patient’s home, and the community. The Assistant Supervisor PT oversees the delivery and data collection of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) procedures and assists in the implementation and design of individualized programs. Additionally, they will assist with additional administrative and clinical tasks as requested by the assigned Clinical Supervisor. Assistant Supervisors report to the center Operations Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders Provide top-quality supervision of cases and Behavior Technicians under the direction of the assigned CARD Clinical Supervisor Provide clinical feedback to Behavior Technicians through the training process, team meetings, data review, etc. Report regularly to Clinical Supervisors on patient progress and / or concerns and assist with action plans for troubleshooting challenging lessons/behaviors Conduct Caregiver Collaboration meetings (education, practicum) Assist with FBAs and BIPs Provide additional assistance to Clinical Supervisors including maintaining SKILLS accounts, assistance with report Program updates (introduce/master exemplars, update lesson notes, add discrete events, create lesson materials) Set and meet performance goals for case quality and administrative duties Assist in training new staff members Provide direct treatment to patients, as needed Always maintain HIPAA compliance across all settings Attend required trainings and meetings Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) Credential or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Credential must be obtained within 90 days from start date in this position Bachelor’s Degree with 12 units of ABA and 1 year experience OR a bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience OR a master’s degree with the appropriate experience Experience in designing and/or implementing behavior modification intervention services Reliable means of transportation with proof of auto insurance, as necessary English proficiency, both verbal and written KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Proficiency with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Ability to always provide treatment at the highest level of excellence Must complete all CARD Assistant Supervisor Training Must complete the CARD Trainer Training for Initial Training Overlaps Demonstrate clinical expertise and the ability to model/explain concepts effectively Demonstrate ability to train others effectively in various formats 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 while providing direct treatment to patients 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 Desire to continuously learn and develop skillsets Familiar with and able to effectively use iPads, tablets and other technology WORK ENVIRONMENT Includes both a typical office environment and treatment environments with excessive noise. Treatment may occur in a variety of settings including the patient’s home, the CARD center, the patient’s school, or the community. Assistant Supervisors work in environments that are both indoors and outdoors and may move between different locations throughout the course of the workday. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to work in a variety of locations to provide onsite support and therapy for staff and patients (center, patient home, community, etc.) Ability to work with a variety of patients, support all CARD staff and the patients assigned to them, and adapt to scheduling changes Be able to work with patients who are seated on the floor, in small chairs, or other home, school, community and clinic environments Move frequently throughout the therapeutic setting to gather materials, anticipate, and respond to the movement of a patient, and /or provide instruction in a variety of settings, such as school, playground, clinic, or community locations Constantly position oneself to participate and respond to the movements and behaviors of patients, including but not limited to bending to assist a patient, kneeling/crouching to teach a play skill, hurrying to block an open doorway, or reaching to prevent a patient from entering a traffic congested street Be able to utilize continuous visual tracking to monitor the movement of patients, as well as the items and circumstances in the surrounding environment Occasionally move to evade aggressive behaviors and /or physically block attempts to aggress towards others. Responding to behaviors may occasionally require bearing weight of a patient who is leaning, pushing, etc. 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 Work in both indoor and outdoor settings as they relate to the patient’s natural environment, which may include being outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (e.g., community skills, recess in a school setting, etc.) Be able to lift up to 30 lbs. while assisting patients Click to access EEOC Workplace Poster Click to access IER Right to Work Poster and E-Verify We will enrich and empower as many lives as possible by bringing effective, innovative, and evidence-based ABA treatment to the entire world – one individual at a time. CARD leads the world in the effective treatment of autism, guided by science and inspired by compassion, to help people with autism and their families thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Center for Autism and Related Disorders, LLC