OverviewProgram Description
Who We Are
The Neurodevelopmental Services program uses the power of interpersonal neurobiology, trauma-informed care, and neurodiversity-affirming practices to provide treatment, training, and research with neurodivergent and disabled communities.
Our goal is to impact to neurodivergent and disabled communities by providing local and global treatment, training, and research that celebrates and honors their unique contributions. We work to promote a world in which resilient, self-determined individuals are supported by authentic, compassionate, and connected communities.
Who We Serve
Pacific Clinics' Neurodevelopmental Services program serves neurodivergent (e.g., autism, intellectual/developmental disabilities, ADHD, trauma, etc.) children, transitional age youth, adults, and families throughout San Bernardino and Riverside counties. We offer crisis stabilization services, educationally related mental health services, play therapy, neurofeedback, Safe and Sound Protocol, EMDR and other developmentally appropriate services.
Under direct supervision, provides case management support to ensure neurodiverse-affirming practices, crisis stabilization, and placement in the least restrictive home setting for neurodivergent clients (i.e., autism, intellectual/developmental disabilities). Promotes client dignity and right to self-determination in all aspects of services.
Compensation We Offer
- The initial compensation for this position ranges from $23.00 - $28.23 / per hour; depending on experience, location, and internal equity considerations.
- 5% Bilingual Differential for qualified positions
Benefits We Offer
- Benefits Eligibility starts on day ONE
- We provide a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, See our Benefits Page HERE.
- 401K Employer Match up to 4%
- Competitive Time Off Plans
Must meet eligibility requirements based on employment status
Pay Range $23.00 - $28.23
Job Summary Under the direct supervision of clinical program management team, provides crisis stabilization services (including positive behavior supports and intervention strategies) to neurodivergent individuals (e.g., autism, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and/or other behavioral health diagnoses) and their caregivers. Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team and implements clinical treatment and behavior support plans. Works with individuals and/or caregivers in a variety of settings including homes, schools, community, and other environments.
Responsibilities - Clinical
- Under supervision of the multidisciplinary clinical program management team (e.g., BCBA, SLP, LMFT, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Behavior Program Coordinator), provide direct individual and group behavioral health services to assigned clients, consistent with service plans
- Assist crisis stabilization and educational services teams to successfully address clients in crisis
- Assist with de-escalation, stabilization, and development of a plan to access needed services such as psychiatry, outpatient therapy, and community services and supports
- Identify behavioral triggers and suggests environmental modifications to support positive behavioral changeIntegrate feedback from clinical supervisors to deliver effective quality clinical services that meet fidelity measures of implementation
- Record data, including video, for all treatment goals utilizing electronic data collection systems to support client outcomes and ensure staff treatment fidelity
- Model, teach, reinforce, and implement positive behavioral interventions and skill development plans with individuals, caregivers, and natural support network
- Assist supervisors with plan development (e.g., report development, progress summary) and assessment tasks
- Assist teams in developing program materials (e.g., lesson plans, visual schedules, social stories, etc.) to develop individualized, strength-based strategies and interventions that will result in positive behavior change
- Actively participate in supervision, team meetings, in-service, client progress meetings, and other key meetings as assigned
- Proactively identify potential conflicts; clearly communicate with clinical supervisor on client-related services (e.g., barriers to implementation, lack of caregiver participation, etc.) within 24 hours
- Ensure effective coordination of services for individuals and caregivers with other providers, both internal and external, by supporting the development of constructive relationships and problem-solving barriers
- Manage time effectively. Meet agency timelines for clinical documentation, compliance trainings, assigned project deadlines, submission of timecards, and respond to phone calls and emails
- Follow weekly schedule for client and administrative services assigned by administrative supervisor and scheduling team. Deliver services on flexible schedule based on client need while meeting productivity expectations
- Proactively communicate schedule changes, including part-time hours, vacation or sick time
- Engage in solution-focused communication and help maintain a positive work environment
- Implement strong organizational skills to support client outcomes and manage daily tasks
- Stand-by or quick response to crisis
- Driving to appointments with clients and their families or other key contacts
- Physical interactions with children of variable ages such as but not limited to games, sports, and other activities
- Other responsibilities, as assigned, to support department and business needs.
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 essential job functions.
- High School Diploma and two (2) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience (two years of relevant experience equals one year of education) to include:
- One (1) year experience working with neurodivergent individuals (i.e., autism, intellectual/developmental disabilities or other behavioral health diagnoses)
- Registered Behavior Technician certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Child Abuse Index Check (CAIC) background clearance.
Job Competencies Continuous Quality Improvement
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Driving Required May have unsupervised contact with children. Requires full background check and TB Exam. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.We will consider for employment, qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with ordinance 184652 Sec.189.04 (a) and San Francisco Police Code, Article 49. Section 4905.
