PCDI has a long history of providing high quality behavior analytic services to adults with autism in both the day and residential programs. The ideal candidate for this position has experience in applied behavior analysis, understands the needs of adults with developmental disabilities, and has a flexible schedule.

This is an exciting career opportunity to provide leadership, oversight, hands-on training, and program development to direct support professionals who work in PCDI’s Residential Program, which utilizes the Family Teacher model. This position requires a flexible 40-hour workweek, within the hours of 8:00 am and 10:00 pm, including weekends.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Supervision and Leadership

• Provide direct supervision of family teachers and residential direct support professionals, including hands-on training, mentoring, and development of individualized programming.
• Conduct annual staff performance evaluations.
• Develop professional goals for staff.
• Promote and develop staff training to ensure quality intervention is provided to all adult participants.

Clinical

• Ensure a strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis and its implementation within PCDI’s Residential Program.
• Ensure effective programming through the design, implementation, and ongoing analysis of individualized programs designed to meet the needs of participants.
• Ensure data are regularly collected and analyzed to ensure program effectiveness.
• Work with family teachers and residential direct support professionals to make necessary changes to intervention procedures based on data analysis.
• Oversee the development and implementation of residential behavior support plans.
• Participate in an annual review of individualized programs conducted by an external evaluator.

General Administration

• Support family teachers and residential direct support professionals to provide effective science-based intervention.
• Assist in ensuring staff adhere to policies and procedures.
• Assist in the hiring process, performance management, and employee relations, as needed.
• Confirm and sign payroll timesheets.
• Work with Fee-For-Service Documentation Coordinator to ensure the timely completion of progress notes.
• Work with Residential Program Coordinator to ensure proper residential documentation.
• Complete and submit Unusual Incident Reports (UIRs) as needed.

Communication and Meetings

• Schedule and conduct regular meetings with family teachers and residential direct support professionals.
• Meet regularly with the Clinical Director of the Adult Program.
• Meet with the Executive Director as needed.
• Participate in monthly residential Team meetings, for all residential supervisors and family teachers.
• Attend workshops presented to Adult Program staff.
• Communicate professionally with all consumers, including staff, parents/guardians, board members, and community members.
• Interact with the Division of Developmental Disabilities as needed.

(The responsibilities listed are not all inclusive; other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s.)

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field (Master’s Degree preferred)

Certification: BCBA certificate preferred

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience working with developmentally disabled individuals
• 1 years’ supervisory experience
• Fee For Service experience preferred.

Training and Other Requirements: Must complete all trainings required by the Division of Developmental Disabilities; valid driver’s license with record in good standing is required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time during the workday.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to participate in crisis management training and implement all strategies and techniques.
• Ability to move quickly to ensure the safety of participants at all times.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge

• Sound working knowledge of both theory and practice of applied behavior analysis.
• Knowledge of Skill-based treatment a plus.
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend and implement solutions.
• Strong decision-making skills; sound judgment and ability to adjust focus based on the needs of participants.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• High level of professional discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Willingness to travel locally on a daily basis.
• Strong commitment to helping individuals with autism and their families.
• Ability to multi-task; well-organized and detail oriented.

Employee Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance for each employee and optional dependent coverage
• Vision insurance (optional)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• 403b Retirement Plan (voluntary beginning Day 1, employer contribution beginning Year 3)
• Paid time off (8 days accrued per calendar year)
• Holidays and paid vacation time

Background Check

The qualified candidate must successfully complete a background check, including a criminal history check and fingerprinting, mandatory drug testing, motor vehicle

background check, reference checks, and completion of a pre-employment physical and Mantoux test.