Clinical Manager, Treatment Initiation

Job Details: Job Location: Santa Rosa - Santa Rosa, CA, Salary Range: $95000.00 - $110000.00Salary, Salary: Starting at $95,000-$110,000 (plus up to $30,000 in annual incentives based on performance)

ACES is a rapidly growing company of autism services that is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families impacted with autism or other special needs. We provide comprehensive, professional services to maximize individuals' potential in the home, school and community, throughout their lifespan.

ACES’ distinguished care is grounded in an industry-leading model of behavioral artistry – which combines the best clinical practice of traditional Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) with humanistic elements that help our clients generalize their skills and gain independence.  At 30+ locations, we are motivated to grow both so that we can serve more clients and close the significant supply gap that currently exists across the United States.  We are committed to attracting and cultivating the very best team members who embody ACES’ values and culture and are passionate about our work. For more information, visit http://www.acesaba.com.

Why Join ACES? 

Compensation & Incentives: 

Competitive Package: Base Compensation ranging from $95,000 to $110,000 annually (plus up to $30,000 in annual incentives based on performance) 

Competitive Bonus Opportunities: Sign-on, retention, and relocation incentives available based on location and organizational needs. 

Relocation Assistance: Considering a move? We offer up to $10,000 (where applicable) in relocation assistance to help make your transition smoother. This package provides a lump sum payment to cover your moving expenses, travel costs, and other support to help you settle within 10-15 miles of one of our centers.

Generous Paid Time Off: Benefit from up to 28 paid days off annually, including holidays, vacation days, and sick leave. 

Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision insurance within 30 days of joining, along with a 401k retirement plan, and more. 

Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $3000 for referring qualified candidates to join our team. 

ACES Achievements: 

National Recognition: ACES is the sole autism provider recognized for quality care by Aetna/CVS’s Institute of Quality. 

Expert Team: Join a team of over 400 Board Certified Behavior Analysts, renowned for their expertise and dedication. 

Industry Accolades: Forbes has named us one of the Best Mid-Sized Workplaces, reflecting our commitment to excellence. 

Legacy of Excellence: Benefit from the expertise of one of the longest-standing providers of ABA therapy worldwide. 

Position Summary: 

The ACES Clinical Manager, Treatment Initiation (TM) is primarily responsible for utilizing evidence-based ABA assessment techniques to evaluate clients for ABA services. The ACES Treatment Initiation Manager provides the initial in-person or telehealth clinical intake meeting and sets forth ABA treatment by identifying long-term objectives of the client and their family. 

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

Working under the supervision of the Area Director, essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Provides timely and accurate assessments to clients in the clinic, home, community, or on telehealth
Utilizes evidence-based ABA assessment techniques
Transitions clients from initial intake to their treatment team and monitor utilization of recommended hours during the first authorization period
Assists the Vice President of Clinical Service Delivery and Assessment Coordinator with on-going trainings
Reviews treatment overview, processes, and expectations with the family. Keep the care team updated regarding status of assessment
Prepares and submits a final ABA assessment report using approved case-specific templates 
Stays informed of ABA assessment and evaluation techniques and tools by attending ongoing trainings 
Reviews quarterly outcome data from their region and collaborates on clinical strategy elevation 
Assists Clinical Director with supporting challenging clinical cases to influence positive outcomes 

Qualifications: Required Qualifications: 

Ability to work independently with only general supervision 
Minimum Master’s Degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis psychology, education, social work or other related field; and BCBA certification or clinical license 
3+ years (5+ years preferred) of clinical supervision experience as a BCBA

Preferred

5+ years’ experience working with clients with ASD or other special needs 
5+ years training and/or education related to ASD 

Valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation 
Background check, tuberculosis test, LiveScan fingerprint and any other funding source required clearance 
Comfortable working in home, community, school, clinic, and military base environments 
Comfortable working in group settings and leading small groups of staff and clients 
Strong desire to support and develop skills and abilities of staff 
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, database software, project management software 
Highly organized 
Professional, positive attitude 
Excellent communication skills 

Physical Requirements: 

Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force and lift/move up to 25 pounds 
Direct work with clients may include, without limitation, the following physical demands: sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting and turning, reaching above shoulders and/or frequent physical transitions 

Additional Information 

ACES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status. 

To find out more about how ACES uses employee data for business purposes, see our Employee Privacy Policy.

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