Clinical Supv, Soc Skills

Overview of Position Under general supervision, monitors and analyzes the clinical quality of assigned social skills groups; maintains group capacity; provides caregiver training; and provides supervision of direct reports. Functions as a liaison between organization, families, community, and health care providers to ensure a clear workflow of referral, screening, intervention, and transition of all participants receiving social skills services. Monitors the productivity of direct reports and maintains productivity standards as set forth by the agency. Essential Functions Creates regional inquiry lists of potential social skills participants. Maintains trial exposures for participants to maintain group capacity of all assigned groups. Manages attendance compliance of a minimum of 80% across all groups assigned. Oversees the trial exposure process for all participants and associates. Monitors the accurate billing of direct reports across assigned social skills groups. Creates initial treatment plans, generates progress reports and term reports of all social skills participants. Leads caregiver training activities, ensuring caregiver involvement and accomplishment of caregiver goals set forth within the authorized period of service. Connects families with community resources and agencies who serve children and adults, as needed. Leads a team of Social Skills associates; analyzes data collected by the team and guides treatment decisions accordingly; initiates lesson plans for assigned groups; conducts regular staff meetings with team and provides ongoing direction and guidance. Manages parent inquiries and reports parent concerns to Manager. Addresses associate inquiries and concerns. Maintains safety regulations set forth across all Easterseals Center Sites and reports all safety violations to Manager. Conducts assessments and provides supervision to Social Skills associates and participants to meet monthly productivity requirements as set forth by the agency. Maintains materials for Social Skills Group, re-stocking supplies as needed. Manages social skills administrative work tasks (creating materials, inputting data, purging data, etc.) of assigned team members. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Typically requires a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, special education, psychology or related field. Requires a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing or Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) or licensed psychologist. Experience 3 years of related professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multi-disciplinary team setting. 1-2 years’ of management experience. Specific locations will require 1-2 years experience in delivery of telehealth treatment AND 1-2 years experience working with adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multi-disciplinary team setting. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.). Expert knowledge of scientifically-validated methodologies and behavioral analytic approaches found to benefit children with ASD; familiar with current related research findings. 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 adults, children and their families and maintain positive affect. Ability to exercise discretion, demonstrate good judgement, and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation. Ability to exercise good judgement and maintain discretion when handling sensitive and/or confidential situations and documentation. 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 maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration. Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals of Southern California and/or program requirements. Physical Requirements Carrying/Lifting: Occasional / Up to 30lbs. Standing: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day Sitting: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day Walking: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day Repetitive Motion/Activity: Keyboard activity, telephone use, writing Visual Acuity: Able to view computer monitor and read newsprint Travel: Ability to travel locally Environmental Exposure: Good working conditions with almost complete absence of disagreeable elements. Exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.) less than 5% of work time Compensation Starting salary $78,000 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Easterseals Southern California