Behavior Supervisors are responsible for assessing participant needs and developing an intervention plan to be implemented by Behavior Technicians. For each case, the Behavior Supervisor is assigned to a Lead Supervisor or Program Manager who is ultimately responsible for the case. The Behavior Supervisor meets regularly with the Lead Supervisor or Program Manager to determine the progress of the participant. Behavior Supervisors provide direction and oversight to Behavior Technicians in their work with participants as well as attending clinic meetings, staff meetings, and trainings.
Position Requirements Required Knowledge of the autism spectrum and characteristics of individuals with autism.
Knowledge of learning theory and behavioral principles and techniques.
Knowledge of and training in DTT, PRT, and PECS
Demonstrated aility tointerpret procedure manualseffectively to staff, family members and community providers.
Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and take the initiative where appropriate
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal direction and supervision.
Prior experience using logical problem-solving techniques both independently and in collaboration with workers to address participant needs and service delivery requirements.
Prior experience assessing participant needs and developing treatment plans to meet those needs. * Ability to write detailed reports and evaluations
Prior experience managing time to maintain schedules which are subject to change as participant demands change.
Ability to use basic office equipment such asphone, fax, and photocopier. * Intermediate level computer proficiency.
- Intermediate level of proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel
Demonstrated ability to create written documentation that is legible, clear, and concise.
Clear understanding of the distinction between therapeutic and social relationships and demonstrated aility tomaintain appropriate relationships/boundaries.
Demonstrated ability to maintain positive morale and unit cohesion as evidenced by maintaining a cooperative and flexible attitude toward coworkers, showing adaptability to change, exhibiting effective communication and interpersonal skills, and taking initiative to solve problems.
Demonstrated ability to set priorities and reacts appropriately to emergency situations.
Genuine desire to foster the development of one or several other people. A genuine desire to foster the learning or development of the others. Expressed by showing positive expectations of others, even in difficult cases, believing others want to and can learn, giving feedback in behavioral rather than personal terms, and identifying training and development needs. * Possesses interpersonal understanding and cross-cultural sensitivity. Understanding and sensitivity is demonstrated by the ability to hear accurately and understand the unspoken or partly expressed thoughts, feelings, and concerns of others demonstrated by understanding the attitudes, interests, needs, and perspectives of others and understanding the causes of others ' long-term underlying attitudes, behavior patterns or problems.
- Master's degree in a relevant field
- Ability to use basic office equipment such as phone, fax, and photocopier.
- Intermediate level computer proficiency.
- Intermediate level of proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel
Preferred Licensure with BBS /BOP
BCBA certified within the State of California.
Masters degree or higher preferably in psychology or a discipline related to psychology
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Req Number SOC-18-00032
Location CARES - San Diego
About the Organization For over a century, Fred Finch Youth Center has brought hope and healing to vulnerable youth and their families. Our clients are children, teens, and young adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities or emotional disorders that may be transitioning from foster care or homelessness, recovering from abuse, or underserved by traditional service providers. We provide over 3,000 youth each year with residential care, special education, vocational training, transitional housing, homeless youth programs, school-based counseling, and in-home support on residential campuses in Oakland and San Diego and in homes, schools, and communities in over several counties throughout California. Join us in making a difference in the lives of others.
This position is currently accepting applications.
