Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation.
Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life.
Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours:
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
- Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
- Paid On-the-Job Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
- Flexible Schedules
- Retirement Savings Plan
Elwyn is currently seeking a Clinical Manager to be responsible for the planning, educating, monitoring and improvement of the overall clinical services delivered to the individuals participating in Adult IDD Day and Work services.
SALARY: $67,000 annually
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develops and maintains the Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) in accordance with funding regulations
- Responsible for the completion of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA's) on each individual upon admission and as needed throughout course of treatment
- Participates and provides recommendations to assist in formulating the client's Individual Program Plan (IPP)/Behavior Support Plan and attending residential/day planning meetings for all individuals on caseload as a member of an Interdisciplinary team supporting individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
- Establishes and maintains behavior support intervention information for individuals and ensures materials are available to implement behavior support plans
- Administers standardized psychological assessments, such as dementia screenings
- Prepares annual psychological reports in accordance with Elwyn policy and licensing regulations
- Develops and implements BSP based on FBA's, Functional Analysis, Preference Assessments and/or Treatment Assessments
- Collaborates with outside Behavioral Specialists who have created Behavior Support Plans for non-residential program participants.
- Completes functional behavioral analysis through observation and interview to determine the probable causes and maintaining factors involved in a maladaptive behavior
- Engages in ongoing data review and analysis to ensure treatment effectiveness.
- Track data and overall progress of the operational defined target behaviors on BSP using Microsoft excel
- Creates training materials and educates staff on use of alternative communication systems as needed
- Trains staff in the implementation of the Behavioral Support Plans, de-escalation techniques, engagement strategies and other ABA related topics
- Ensures that all BSP's meet regulatory requirements and follow Elwyn protocols including Human Rights Committee Review, and monthly summaries as needed
- Interfaces with the Psychiatry treatment team to enable medication decisions based on behavioral outcomes and attend psychiatry appointments when available
- Provides individual behavioral support on an ongoing basis as needed
- Observes clients in all environments to collect data as needed
- Attends administrative staff meetings as required
- Participates in parent/family conferences by providing psychological and behavioral updates regarding the individual's progress
- Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols
- Responds to behavioral crisis situations as needed
- Develops and oversees skill acquisition plans in accordance with each individual's ISP.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Masters' degree in psychology, Applied Behavioral Analysis or related field
- Two (2) years' experience in the field supporting individuals with an intellectual/developmental disability and/or medically complex diagnosis
- Course work in behavior analysis preferred
- Familiarity with application of behavioral analytic treatment approaches
- Knowledge and ability to administer standardized psychological and behavioral assessments
- Ability to analyze and report on behavioral data
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, families, guardians and the general public
- Must possess a knowledge of current practices and regulations pertaining to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols
- Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; report-writer experience preferred
- Experience using Electronic Health Record preferred
- Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions.
Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.
Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, disability status, military or veteran status, marital or family status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law.
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Elwyn
paid time off, tuition reimbursement
Nov 13, 2024