What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist position at New England Center for Children Inc?
We are accepting applications for potential Program Specialist openings. Specific program assignments are based on organizational needs and may include Residential, ITT, Adult Services, or IIP programs.
The Program Specialist is responsible for the management of the clinical, educational and training needs of a team of staff and students.
Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical and educational oversight for a caseload of students
- Supervise team members and provide mentorship, observation, feedback, and direct training
- Collaborate with families, various departments, and other stakeholders related to student needs
- Familiarity with current research in best practice in behavior analysis and education
- Ensure student clinical and educational programs are effective and modified in a timely manner
- Demonstrate fluency with and complete assessments as needed to develop student behavior guidelines.
- Present with the team conducting observations, clinical work, ongoing observation of student program implementation at the school and residence as needed
- Acts as restraint coordinator for the team and makes sure all staff are trained in protective measures.
- Ensure all required meetings, assessments, documentation and reviews are completed (e.g. peer review, clinical case review, etc.)
- Responsible for targeting Social Behavior IEP objectives and drafting the relevant IEP section and Behavior Intervention Plan
- Accountable for ensuring all mandatory reports are completed on time (Progress Reports, DESE and EEC reports, 90-Day and Annual Staff Evaluation, etc.)
Education/Experience:
- Applicants must possess a Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Behavior Analysis or Education with extensive practical training and experience in Applied Behavior Analysis.
- BCBA and LABA required
- Experience in staff training and supervision required
- Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
NECC is committed to an inclusive culture where all students, employees, families, and partners feel welcome, safe, and valued. We believe that fostering diversity and equity makes us a stronger, more successful community. For more information, please visit: https://www.necc.org/dei/
Location: New England Center for Children Inc · ITT
Schedule: Full Time, Days, Mon-Fri