Description

REPORTS TO: Clinical Director of Licensed Settings  

STARTING WAGE: $74,375.00 per year, adjusted for relevant experience and education.

SUPERVISES:  Provides on-shift direction of Skill Building Technicians  

FLSA STATUS:  Exempt   

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Provide assessment, intake, and therapy services to children, adolescents and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities served by the Great Lakes Center for Autism Treatment and Research – Elaine Avenue program in concert with established standards and practice guidelines.  Provide initial and ongoing training to relevant care staff and families as needed to ensure quality programming and treatment, using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and evidence-based best practices, within the relevant settings of GLC. Assist in the implementation of research activities and data collection related to program outcomes.  Supervise relevant care staff.  Perform all duties in accordance with overall program goals, agency policy and procedure and all applicable state, federal and local laws and/or regulations. Implement responsibilities and other actions in accordance with ROI’s Core Values and Vision and Mission Statements.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:  

1.             Develop, implement, monitor, and revise overall treatment and service plan through providing clinical supervision of Skill Building Technicians and Case Coordination Specialists.  

2.             Conduct initial evaluations and screenings for individuals with a diagnosis of autism or other developmental disabilities.  

3.             Embrace and support ROI’s philosophies related to diversity, inclusiveness and anti-racism and work to ensure ROI's commitment to being an anti-racist organization.  

4.             Participate in service/support/treatment team meetings.  

5.             Maintain positive working relationships between all collaborative/collateral organizations and the clinical team.   

6.             Provide training to and monitor the performance of relevant care staff and families in the implementation of the treatment program and service plan.   

7.             Participate in interdisciplinary activities including intake/assessment planning meetings, peer reviews, case conferences, medical appointments, IEP meetings, discharge/transition planning meetings, and consultations with the clinical team.  

8.             Communicate relevant staffing needs and staff performance issues to the Program Coordinator and Assistant Program Coordinators  

9.             Collaborate with the Case Coordination Specialist or MSW in the development and implementation of relevant plan components.   

10.          Implement ROI’s Personnel policies within the program team.  

11.          Maintain and document accurate billing for services provided.  

12.          Assist in activities related to contract compliance, certification, and/or accreditation of program services, including the appropriate response to all inspections, investigations, and external audits/reviews.   

13.          Comply with all laws and regulations regarding reporting suspected abuse and neglect of vulnerable persons.   

14.          Adhere to the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code of the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.  

15.          Assist in the activities necessary for program evaluation and provide assistance for preparing/presenting research outcomes.    

16.          Implement the assigned quality enhancement, strategic plan, outcomes plan, and program goals of the greater agency.  

17.          Promote a positive image of ROI/Great Lakes and maintain general upkeep of the workplace and equipment to ROI standards.  

18.          Advocate for and respect the rights of individuals served.  

19.          Display responsible, conscientious behavior, and use good judgment in making decisions.  

20.          Facilitate teamwork between all team members via open communication, responsibility sharing, and a cooperative attitude.  

21.          Participate in on-call rotation and responsibilities for the GLC licensed setting programs.  

22.          Ensure clinical programs meet ROI’s and other professional standards.  

23.          Maintain the confidentiality of all restricted information, data and reports.  

24.          Complete all other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Program Director, Clinical Director, Executive Director of Autism Services, COO, and CEO.  

QUALIFICATIONS:  Minimum 1 year of clinical experience conducting assessments and implementing evidence-based procedures and treatment for individuals with developmental disabilities, including individuals with challenging behaviors; individuals with relevant experience in residential programs preferred.  Possess the analytical skills necessary to develop, implement, and measure clinical assessment and treatment programs.  Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.  Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with staff, clients, interdisciplinary team members, and families.  Demonstrated adherence to systems based practices and protocols.  Ability to lead group activities, as well as work on a one-to-one basis with individual clients.  Ability to identify changes in client clinical conditions and adjust activities accordingly.  Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when administering treatments, observing client behaviors, and recording notes.  Ability to complete crisis intervention training and perform those tasks as needed.  Ability to attend (including providing own transportation) work-related obligations throughout the community.

Resumes and/or cover letters may be attached and/or emailed to [email protected].

Residential Opportunities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at ROI, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on any protected class status. Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all Policies and Procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discharge and all other terms and conditions of employment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:  Master’s degree in Human Behavioral Science Field which includes graduate level coursework in basic principles of behavior, applied behavior analysis, and research methodology; Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst and possess a valid and current license as a behavior analyst in the state of Michigan by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.  Approved driver status as determined by ROI.