Director of Community Behavioral Health Position Available In Camden, New Jersey

This full-time position will work closely with Federation agencies and area Jewish organizations to provide leadership and organizational management in the following areas: behavior-analytic programming, supervision of behavior therapists, staff development, parent training, and report writing. The ideal candidate will have the ability to be an innovative program architect to design and implement a new behavioral health program to support the diverse behavioral health needs of the disability community.

Benefits include:

Generous PTO; Medical, dental, and vision care included; 403b plan eligible; Group term life insurance; Voluntary disability insurance plan;

FSA & HSA

options available; Gym membership included and other employee discounts are available.

Job Responsibilities:

Working as part of a team, this person will + Design all aspects of the behavioral health program, creating best practices and implementation strategies + Work in collaboration with the Regional Director of Disability Services to create and manage program budget + Supervise implementation of individualized treatment plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), or program goals + Evaluate, develop and implement services for client’s skill acquisition procedures and behavior interventions + Write high-quality behavior-analytic reports (e.g. progress reports, treatment plans, etc.) + Supervise data collection using electronic data collection system + Develop and maintain individualized behavior plans + Work collaboratively and professionally with others such as parents, ABA therapists, OTs, PTs, SLPs, BCaBAs, and Directors of supporting agencies of the Jewish Federation whose students, client, or and/or members may need behavioral supports and interventions. + Evaluate and provide ongoing feedback and trainings to staff + Serve in leadership role providing feedback to ABA therapists + Work directly with clients with disabilities who may demonstrate target behaviors + Meet essential deadlines within administrative and data reporting process + Implement Professional Crisis Management (PCM) Techniques after completing and receiving a passing score on the training components + Recruit and provide site supervision to graduate level behavioral therapy candidates + Other job-related duties and responsibilities assigned

Required Licenses/Certificates/Registrations:

Certification/License:

BCBA (or BCaBA) required; NJ License as Behavior Analysis OR CCBT (certified cognitive-behavioral therapist)/ DCBT (diplomate in cognitive-behavioral therapy)

Required Education & Experience:

Experience Working with diverse populations with behavioral and mental health needs Qualifications (Essential Experience /Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) + 2 or more years of leadership and organizational management implementing ABA/CBT therapy + Experience working with children and adolescents who have special needs and/or have been diagnosed with a developmental delay + Ability to work with clients who may demonstrate high intensity/aggressive behaviors + Sound understanding of the Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Verbal Behavior + Good time management and organizational skills + Excellent written and oral communication skills + Data driven problem solving and decision-making skills + Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel + Knowledge of and experience with transition services + Knowledge and experience with assistive technology, including pictures + Special Education background preferred + Familiar with sign language preferred Education Requirements + Bachelor’s Degree in related field required + Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology or Special Education preferred +

Certification/License:

BCBA (or BCaBA) required; NJ License as Behavior Analysis or

CCBT/DCBT

Professional Development and Training + Maintain BACB Certification (and New Jersey Licensure), if applicable + Maintain CCBT or DCPT Certification (and New Jersey Licensure), if applicable + Seek out necessary resources to maintain current in trends and research about topics related to the field, including ABA, CBT and Autism + Attend all mandatory staff and team meetings + Attend program and company trainings and professional development opportunities, as required + Participate in annual Prevention Crisis Management training

EEO Statement:

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person’s actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics. The Federation participates in the E-Verify program. The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us via the link on this posting. EOE