Position Details

Autism Program Supervisor

Reports to: Director of Outpatient Services

Pay Range: DOE/DOQ

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 40 hours/week

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick Leave, Float Days & Paid Holidays
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • LifeFlight Membership
  • Education Allowance

JOB PURPOSE: The Supervisor of the Autism Program provides clinical and administrative leadership in the development, implementation, and ongoing oversight of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) services within the organization. This position requires certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and licensure as a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Washington State.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

CLINICAL

  • Development of the program infrastructure including developing service pathways and clinical protocols.
  • Provide direct supervision, training, mentorship, and oversight to Certified Behavior Technicians (CBTs) and student behavior analysts, while promoting evidence-based and person-centered care for children, youth, and families.
  • Conduct initial and ongoing behavioral assessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
  • Develop, implement, and oversee individualized ABA treatment plans.
  • Provide direct and indirect ABA services to clients and families.

ADMINISTRATIVE

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, community partners, and agency leadership to support the successful integration of autism services within the broader behavioral health system.
  • Ensures that services are provided in compliance with State and MCO contracts and other contractual arrangements.
  • Provides in-service training to Agency staff as needed, within scope of knowledge and experience.
  • Conducts staffing, staff meetings, and individual staff supervision as needed; administers timely performance appraisals and job coaching/corrective action, as appropriate.
  • Maintains schedule of staff coverage, approves requests for leave (sick, vacation, and educational), and signs time sheets.
  • Participates in staff recruitment and training.
  • Maintains cordial and effective working relationships with community and governmental agencies, other professionals, consumers, and their families.
  • Maintains familiarity with and handles client information in accordance with Federal Regulations (42 CFR, part 2), the Revised Code of Washington (RCW 71.05.390 and RCW 71.24), and other applicable laws pertaining to confidentiality of client and staff information.
  • Maintains physical security of confidential materials and assigned Agency property.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensures practice of consistently high standards of professional conduct by self and subordinates in the performance of assigned duties and in interaction with clients, staff, and other community professionals.
  • Ensures timely and accurate chart information by self and subordinates, in compliance with Washington State Law and Quality Assurance guidelines.
  • Maintains confidentiality of the Agency, personnel, and client information.
  • Maintains professional and supervisory competencies through a program of professional development and in-service training.
  • Provides information and education in the community, representing self and the Agency in a positive and professional manner.
  • Participates in relevant department meetings, as appropriate.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned by Clinical Director.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

  • Provides clinical and administrative supervision to the staff of the Autism Spectrum Services team.
  • Provides direct service to or on behalf of PBH clients for at least half of the hours worked annually.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSE(S), CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related behavioral science

Experience:

  • Providing ABA services to pediatric populations preferred
  • Supervising CBTs and clinical staff

Licensure:

  • Active Washington State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential required or eligibility for licensure
  • Current BCBA certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

Additional agency requirements:

  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
  • Must be able to provide vaccination records for MMR, Hep B, Tdap and recent flu shot.

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS/EXPERIENCE:

Experience: Two (2) years of clinical supervisory experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Essential:

  • Knowledge of clinical principles and best practices, including behavior management and child development
  • Knowledge of Agency's documentation requirements for client records
  • Knowledge of Agency's administrative policies and procedures
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Ability to interact in a professional manner with clients, the public and staff.
  • Ability to relate to other providers and agencies with differing philosophies of treatment.
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems effectively.
  • Ability to plan and prioritize work, and meet Agency's performance, quality assurance, and productivity standards.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Physical Demands:

  • Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25lbs.)
  • Occasional standing/walking.
  • Occasionally lifts supplies and equipment.

Cognitive Skills:

  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective team building techniques.

Working Environment:

  • May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases.
  • Occasionally exposed to patients exhibiting assaultive behaviors.

Working Demands:

  • Frequent pressure due to schedule demands.
  • Contact with residents under a wide variety of circumstances.
  • Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
  • Handle emergencies or crisis situations.

Principal Challenges:

  • Supervising the delivery of high quality, efficient, and cost-effective clinical services.


*Peninsula Behavioral Health does not discriminate because of a person's presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity including transgender status, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions, age (40), honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, state employee or health care whistleblower status.