Team Leader - Specialized Autism Aftercare Program

Job Description

Job Description

$56,000 with a bachelor’s and $61,000 with master’s degree

Site Location: Deerfield Beach School during School Year and Arc Broward Campus during summer

Schedule: M-F 10:30 am to 6:30 pm

Arc Broward is looking for a full time/year-round Team Leader for our Out-of-School Time (after-school and summer) Program.

Are you looking to boost your career in the field of Developmental Disabilities? Are you looking to join an agency that values your tremendous talent and impact? It’s time to join the team of professionals who love what they do, support each other, and make a difference in the lives of amazing children and youth!

As a Team Leader in our Alternative Behavioral Learning Environment (ABLE) Program, you will lead a dedicated and talented team of people supporting children and youth with Autism and other disabilities to engage in meaningful, fun activities in a year-round after-school/summer program. You will utilize your leadership and coaching expertise to promote professional growth in your team members. You will provide positive and supportive leadership that promotes and reinforces a culture that values, supports, and appreciates team members and aligns with the organization’s mission, vision, and values. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality of person-centered services and supports for children, ages 3 -22, who have Autism and other Developmental Disabilities and challenging behaviors.

Why Work at Arc Broward?

• We put the CARE in CAREER !
• We are a leader in developmental disabilities services.
• We offer a mission-driven, supportive, and innovative work environment.
• We value our team members and foster a people-first culture.
• We provide top-notch training through our Arc Educates program.
• We prioritize professional growth, recognition, and appreciation events.

Essential Job Functions/Duties

• Effectively supports team members to enhance their professional growth and development, performance, teamwork, morale, and service provision.
• Consistently coordinates personnel management by making recommendations for hiring, providing consistent support and recognition, providing initial and ongoing training, conducting coaching sessions and performance reviews, facilitating teamwork, and engaging in and encouraging effective communication.

• Plans and oversees the Individualized Behavior Analysis Services to include functional assessment, establishment of goals and objectives, development of Individual Behavior Plans, oversight of plan implementation, and data management and analysis. Teaches, participates in, and oversees prescribed crisis prevention and intervention strategies (PCM)
• Oversees the implementation of all program components, including Behavior Analysis, Social Skills Training, Fitness and Nutrition, Cultural Arts, Academics, Enrichment Activities, Family Engagement, and Drowning Prevention Instruction,
• Responsibly ensures that children supported are safe and living healthy lives by monitoring safety issues; practicing appropriate emergency medical and behavioral procedures; responding to emergencies; promoting children’s rights regarding health and safety; and participating in emergency disaster preparedness.

We have fantastic benefits such as:

• Over 5 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• Unlimited, generous Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program resources for all staff (and immediate family members) for work-life balance, stress management, and other life challenges
• Traditional benefits, like Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; Life insurance, Short / Long term disability plans, and supplemental Aflac insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions

What are the requirements?

• You have a bachelor’s or master’s Degree in a relevant field (Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, etc.).
• You have a minimum of 2 years of related experience leading programs for children with Autism/Behavioral Challenges
• You have a minimum of 2 years implementing Applied Behavior Analysis Plans with children who have challenging behaviors; training and experience developing ABA plans preferred
• You’re a positive and supportive person.
• You have great leadership skills!

When can you start? We are looking for new team members to start ASAP! We have various full-time shifts open so come join the Arc Broward family!

Arc Broward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws governing employment of individuals with disabilities

Key words : Team Leader, Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Needs,