SBS Trainer

Overview

OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under limited supervision, will train new behavior technicians, program managers, and clinical supervisors for SBS under the direction of the Director of Severe Behavior Services and VP Clinical Transformation. Responsible for development and delivery of training related to SBS services, processes and technologies both in the field and remotely while ensuring team members develop, maintain, and increase their clinical and process knowledge.

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Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Trains new SBS associates and provides in-person support to help with onboarding, crisis management training, continued education training as needed, behavioral interventions, and supports existing or new processes and systems. Creates, updates, conducts, and oversees behavior technician and supervisor onboarding, introductory training for an assigned period of time and ensures technician and supervisor reach mastery of necessary clinical skills. Provides ongoing individual and group training to SBS associates. Provides crisis management training for all SBS associates. Assists with establishing intensive caregiver consultation and training. Fulfills monthly productivity requirement assigned at the discretion of the Director. Completes and trains report writing in a timely manner on required reports and documentation. Reports directly to the Director and ensures frequent and clear communication with the Director and all stakeholders. Coordinates with supervisors on training and provides support to program managers and clinical supervisors on an as-needed basis. Steps in for supervisors when appropriate, as needed. Serves as the subject matter expert and leader on the severe behavior services team and assists with implementation of changes, new guidelines, and procedures in order to increase positive outcomes and minimize impact. Manages and facilitates the training of behavior technicians and supervisors. Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in organizational behavior management, behavior analysis, training, autism, special education, functional behavior assessment, and functional analysis assessment, and related fields. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Typically requires a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in learning, special education, psychology, behavior analysis, or related field. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification is required. Certification or degree specializing in instructional design or program instruction.

EXPERIENCE: 5-7 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities with challenging behaviors in a multi-disciplinary team setting. Or a combination of training, education and experience to perform the job successfully.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Demonstrate knowledge and experience with behavior analysis teaching/training techniques used in organizational settings, is preferred. Demonstrate knowledge of scientifically-validated methodologies and approaches found to benefit individuals with developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions; familiar with current related research findings. Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills, with the ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions, and demonstrate good judgement, decision-making, and communication skills with a variety of individuals and groups, while exercising discretion and maintaining confidentiality. Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals, groups, and all levels of staff throughout the organization. Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations. Expert knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and related computer software (MyEvolv, PowerBI, etc.). Ability to relate well with children, adults, families, providers and other related system providers. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service. Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality. Ability to maintain valid CPR certification, as well as valid CA driver license, safe driving record, and proper auto insurance/vehicle registration. Ability to travel within and across regions with reliable transportation. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices. Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals of Southern California and/or program requirements.