ABA Program Manager

Description

Job Summary: The ABA Program Manager plans and implement the overall ABA functions, policies, procedures and services for the Applied Behavioral Analyst team.  Ensure efficient and effective operations for Registered Behavior Therapy.  The ABA Program Manager identifies services through planning and facilitates program development.

Performance Expectations for All Employees:

1. Consistently demonstrates the agency’s mission to provide quality services for all patients to allow them to remain in their homes and live with independence and dignity for as long as possible.
2. Protects confidential information and understands responsibilities regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and protected health information (PHI).
3. Complies with safety instructions, observes safe work practices, and provides input on safety issues and promotes a safe work environment.
4. Meets the agency’s expectations for exemplary customer service.
5. Pursues learning opportunities to enhance personal and professional capabilities.
6. Adheres to all agency policies and procedures.
7. Complies with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
8. Attends required meetings.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned or required.

Essential Functions:

1. Organizes and directs operations on a daily basis to meet the strategic goals of the department and company.
2. Maintains a staff of sufficient number to effectively provide quality care for NTSOC clients.
3. Provide direct patient care as needed.
4. Will get proper approval for new hires and decisions.
5. Will work closely with ABA Program Consultant for continuous improvement of the program.
6. Trains new personnel.
7. Works with VP of Clinical Operations in developing the annual budget, understanding the budget and sharing information with therapy team about budget.
8. Will develop annual goals for self, each team member and department.
9. Understands and maintains productivity standards for the department.
10. Continually assesses, measures and improve departmental performance by ensuring high standards of professional practice and promoting professional development
11. Conducts annual staff performance reviews.
12. Adheres to established budget
13. Handle patient concerns/complaints within 3 business days.
14. Responsible for hiring, coaching, mentoring, disciplinary actions and terminations if necessary
15. Establishes and monitors for regulatory compliance
16. Establishes auditing system for therapist to ensure documentation compliance

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education and Experience:

1. Master’s degree in Special Education or related human services field
2. Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skill, instructional skills, oral and written communication, organizational skills and interpersonal relations.
3. Certified as a BCBA for a minimum of 2 years, unless prior approval is granted by CEO.
4. Current on all required trainings/certifications.
5. Driver’s insurance on file with HR Department.
6. Transportation that is reliable and insured

Licenses/Registration

1. Licensed therapist in the State of Colorado in good standing
2. Valid CPR certification

Qualifications