Clinical Supervisor (BCBA) -- Assessor

Easterseals Southern California; Baldwin Park (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Southern California seeks an ABA supervisor to oversee ABA programs for children with ASD and provide clinical supervision ensuring best-practice guidelines. A Master’s in ABA and BCBA certification are required, with strong collaboration with families and a multidisciplinary team.

Travel up to 50% locally, supervise program associates, and contribute to staff development while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA or related field.
• BCBA certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Travel up to 50% locally.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates ABA-based behavior programs and conducts assessments; educates parents and liaises with families and community partners.
• Performs evaluations, case-management reviews, quality assurance reviews, and audits as assigned; meets productivity targets.
• Leads staff meetings; prepares and provides training materials and staff development sessions.
• Oversees recruitment, onboarding, and performance of associates; supports program managers and therapists.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Judgment & decision-making

Confidentiality

Customer service

Education

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

BCBA certification

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Working at Easterseals Southern California is an opportunity to make profound and positive differences in people's lives. At ESSC, you’ll join a team of caring colleagues who support each other, encourage collaboration and refine clinical skills to benefit the participants we serve.

Overview

Working at Easterseals Southern California is an opportunity to make profound and positive differences in people's lives. At ESSC, you’ll join a team of caring colleagues who support each other, encourage collaboration and refine clinical skills to benefit the participants we serve.

Starting annual salary: $87,000

OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under direct supervision, provides quality clinical supervision and work direction to direct reports, providing discipline- specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Oversees all components of the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs of his/her caseload, ensuring high quality and the use of best- practice guidelines.

Essential Function

• Facilitates behavior programs based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), conducts behavior assessments and functions as an Assessor when needed. Provides parent education, develops and delivers specific intervention activities, and functions as a liaison between the organization, families, community, therapists, health care providers, etc.


• Conducts evaluations, case-management reviews, quality assurance reviews, and audits as assigned by Regional Clinical Director. Meets productivity requirements set forth in annual budget.


• Leads and/or attends staff meetings. Prepares and provides specialized training and instructional materials including staff development training, as assigned by Regional Clinical Director.


• Ensures associate responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are clearly defined and understood. Manages and evaluates the performance and productivity of associates in assigned region. Provides training and onboarding for new associates; ongoing training to assigned Program Managers and Behavior Interventionists; and specialized training to associates preparing for various certifications.


• Works with Regional Clinical Director and Human Resources in the recruitment/selection process of new program associates. Oversees associates involved in the recruitment/selection process as needed.


• Attends conferences and trainings to remain current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, special education and related fields.


• Functions as liaison between the organization, families, and other community agencies including regional centers, school programs, therapists, and health care providers assisting with questions and concerns as they arise. Travels as required.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Master’s degree in ABA or related field.


• Must possess and maintain a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.


• Must possess and maintain current CPR certification.

Experience

• 2-3 years of professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multi-disciplinary team setting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Expert knowledge of scientifically validated methodologies and behavioral analytic approaches found to benefit children with ASD, familiar with current related research findings.


• Expertise in approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies including Pivotal Response Training (PRT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Behavior Skills Training (BST), and Experimental Functional Analysis (EFA).


• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)


• Able to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.


• Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision‑making skills.


• Ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.


• Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups. Must relate well to children and their families and maintain positive affect.


• Ability to exercise discretion, demonstrate good judgment, and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.


• Ability to pass a post‑offer physical examination and a TB test.


• Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or positive titer showing immunity. A signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.


• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.

Physical Demands

Carrying/Lifting: Occasional

Standing: Occasional

Sitting: Occasional

Walking: Occasional

Repetitive Motion/Activity

Visual Acuity:

Travel

Travel: Up to 50% local travel required. Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.

Environmental Exposure: Occasional exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.) 5-20% of work time