Clinical Director of Adult Services
$100,000–$115,000 year
On-siteParamus, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Provide overall clinical leadership for Adult Services, ensuring individualized supports align with each participant's Individualized Service Plan and promoting person-centered, evidence-based programming. Review and approve treatment plans, behavior support plans, and clinical programming while monitoring program quality and implementing continuous quality improvement initiatives. Supervise Clinical Supervisors and Director Support Professionals, mentor staff, and deliver ongoing training to foster a culture of collaboration and professional growth. Expand meaningful employment, volunteer, and community engagement opportunities by developing relationships with employers and community partners, and visit sites to ensure high-quality supports. Oversee daily clinical and program operations, maintain compliance with DDD standards and regulations, and assist with budgeting and resource planning. This role reports directly to the Executive Director of Autism Services and the Chief Executive Officer, requiring a Master's degree, BCBA certification, and five years of leadership experience supporting individuals with autism.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
- Minimum of five years of leadership experience supporting individuals with autism
- Extensive experience with Applied Behavior Analysis
- Knowledge of New Jersey DDD regulations and adult service requirements
- Demonstrated success supervising multidisciplinary clinical teams
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Creative, innovative thinker with a passion for developing adult programming
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- Compassionate, engaging, and relationship-focused leadership style
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative partnerships with participants, families, caregivers, community partners, and interdisciplinary teams
- Appreciation for the unique needs, strengths, aspirations, and quality of life of individuals with severe and profound autism
Desired Qualifications
- Current BCBA certification preferred; candidates actively pursuing BCBA certification (to be completed within one year) will also be considered
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