The Organisation
Early Autism Services (EAS) is an established provider of home-based (and soon-to-be clinic) ABA (applied behaviour analytic) therapy with over ten years of experience implementing high-quality behavioural programming worldwide. Our Australian team is currently growing at a rapid pace as our efforts to both expand the field of ABA as well as diversify our services within Australia continue.
The Role
We are seeking multiple Board Certified Behaviour Analysts for the positions of Program Supervisor within Victoria.
Individuals within this position are responsible for the planning, developing and monitoring a wide variety of behavioural support service delivery options to meet the needs of clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other developmental disorders.
The ideal candidates will be motivated to establish services with local clients while working closely with their Clinical Director.
As a successful candidate, you will demonstrate the following:
- Researching, creating and implementing specified behaviour reduction plans with clients
- Conducting behavioural assessments, initial consultations, and treatment plans
- Collecting data on each target goal during supervision sessions
- Answering logistical questions for therapists, parents or supervisors about schedules, procedures or behaviour plans
- Answering ABA conceptual or therapy program-related questions for therapists and/or parents
- Attending in-home team meetings with family members and therapists
- Analysing data taken by therapy teams, making treatment decisions, and writing detailed treatment notes at the end of each supervision session
- Updating client goals and treatment plans
- Demonstrating cultural competence while working with clients and their families
- Supervising and training non-certified staff (including Behavioural therapists- and Pre-BCBA credential Program Supervisor-level staff)
- Providing training and feedback to parents as needed
- Providing direct (1:1) service to clients as needed
- Working with local professionals to secure environmental support for clients
- Traveling for company-wide meetings as needed
What do you bring?
- Certification by the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board
- A minimum of three (3) years of recent experience working with individuals who have autism spectrum disorders (or other developmental disabilities) and their families
- A Master’s degree in special education, psychology, or related field, with specialized knowledge of behavioural health and treatment philosophies and professional practices
- Knowledge of early childhood and autism assessment tools and procedures, and thorough knowledge of child development.
- Experience developing positive behaviour support plans and programs; experience teaching social interaction and play skills
- Knowledge of current methods and techniques of applied behaviour analysis; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, parents, and professionals; competence in analysing assessment results, designing appropriate individual treatment plans and behavioural programs, and monitoring progress
- Knowledge and utilization of effective generalisation techniques (such as Natural Environment Teaching and Incidental Teaching)
If you want to work within a supportive team of individuals passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families within Australia through applied behaviour analysis, then this is a job for you!
Early Autism Services (Australia) Pty Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.