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.
12125 Day Street, Suite E301 Moreno Valley, California 92557
PAY RANGE: $24.53- $26.68
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 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. Extensive initial and ongoing training in ABA therapy
techniques and the CARD curriculum is provided. This is a fully billable
position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Represent CARD policy enthusiastically
* 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
* Minimize cancellations
* Attend required trainings and meetings
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
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
* Proficiency with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Ability to always provide treatment at the highest level of excellence
* Must complete 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
* 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
* Willingness to work in a variety of locations (center, patient home, etc.)
* Willingness to work with a variety of patients and adapt to scheduling
changes
* Reliable means of transportation with proof of auto insurance for some
locations
* Familiar with iPads
* English proficiency, both verbal and written, is required
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Includes both a typical office environment and treatment environments.
Treatment may occur in a variety of settings including the patient’s home, the
CARD center, the patient’s school, the community, or via telehealth. 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:
* 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
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