TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER FOR THERAPY SERVICES

LOGAN Community Resources, Inc.•Benton Heights, MI

About The Position

WHO IS LOGAN? LOGAN Community Resources is our full name but who are we? LOGAN is a non-profit organization with community impact in Michiana. What does LOGAN do and why do we exist? LOGAN supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they and their families may achieve their desired quality of life. What does LOGAN aspire to be? LOGAN envisions a community in which every individual, regardless of obstacles or challenges, is able to reach their full potential. How do LOGAN employees do their jobs every day? LOGAN employees are dedicated to performing their duties with respect, kindness, honesty, loyalty, and quality in mind for LOGAN’s clients, staff, and the agency. LOGAN offers a robust benefits package, which includes: Accruing Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Medical, Dental/Orthodontia, and Vision plans Rx Help Prescription Cost Assistance Program & KISx Card for optimal surgical procedures 403(B) Traditional and ROTH retirement plans – Company match of up to 3% after 1 year of service Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Long-term disability and Reliance Standard Supplemental Insurance Plans (Short-term disability, critical illness, acceded, accidental death & dismemberment) $15,000 company paid life insurance Full time employees eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employee-Referral incentive for qualifying positions The Training and Development Manager will be a staff member in Therapy Services. The major focus of this position is to recruit, provide initial and ongoing training, support, and direction to Behavior Technicians in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) protocols and procedures. This staff member will work directly with clients as needed and assist BCBAs in materials development in conjunction with the Clinical Director, Assistant Clinical Director, or other LOGAN Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)/QBHPs. Support on-boarding for professional staff in regard to first aide, CPR, safety care and recipient rights, and required training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
RBT level certification
Strong knowledge/experience working with individuals with ASD required
Minimum of One year of experience running ABA programs required, two years preferred
Two years of experience working at LOGAN preferred
Experience in developing and conducting staff training
Excellent ability to communicate with families and other professionals
Thorough working knowledge of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
Registered Behavior Technician strongly preferred
Ability to sit & use computer keyboard
Ability to kneel, bend, & reach
Ability to lift 50 pounds throughout the day

Nice To Haves

Registered Behavior Technician strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Interview, recruit, and onboard potential new staff
Provide initial staff training in conjunction with supervising BCBA/QBHP
Provide ongoing staff training related to implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis
Become certified instructors for CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care
Participates in all required training activities including, but not limited to: The fundamental principles of ABA, discrete trial teaching techniques, management of problem behaviors, child development, and data collection techniques applicable to the clients on the Behavior Technician’s caseload.
Provide training, direction, and feedback to staff on the implementation of all programs and behavior plans after consulting with BCBAs and/or the clinical director.
Communicates with supervisory staff on a regular basis.
Arrives promptly at service location and engages in productive work activity until the end of the assigned shift.
Required to be scrupulous in respecting the confidentiality of the client and his/her family
Work as a team member to develop and enhance the services provided by LOGAN. Maintains a cooperative and respectful relationship with all staff and management.
Provides information to the accounting department needed for billing for services provided with accuracy and within the designated time frame.
Demonstrates cultural competency in providing consistent high-quality services to individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultural circumstances.
Assist with the development of training materials
Work with other staff members to ensure the center is safe and is a health environment. Report housekeeping and/or maintenance needs as they arise.
Work with clients in home-based settings when necessary.
Will be responsible for supervising staff as assigned, including (but not limited to) handling timecards, disciplinary issues, and annual reviews.
Upon request, assist with materials development as needed for each client as determined by BCBA/QBHP, and submit to BCBA/QBHP for approval in a timely fashion.
Provide formal feedback to staff using a standard observation and feedback form as assigned by the BCBA.
Upon request, implements 1:1 instructional and behavioral intervention programs with all assigned clients following the ABA treatment plan developed by a BCBA
Observes and records child’s behavior and progress on goals as indicated by the BCBA.
Provide assistance during the arrival and departure of clients, as needed
Accurately completes daily documentation of services provided as required for billing.
Participates in meetings regarding the client’s ABA program.
Maintains a professional relationship with the family at all times, refrains from sharing personal information about self or others. Does not share complaints about employer (LOGAN), redirects family to supervisory personnel when family expresses concern about LOGAN services.
Maintain a professional relationship with trainees, provides support, information, and repeated training as needed.
Maintains professionalism when staff share concerns, supporting the staff, and gaining information to help solve or elevate concern, when needed please direct staff to his/her supervisor.
Responsible for the health & safety of individuals served.
Represent LOGAN in a positive way in the community.
Serve as an advocate & protect the dignity & human rights of individuals served.
Willingness to work a 40-hour per week schedule.
Serve as an example for staff in terms of good employee practices, including (but not limited to) excellent attendance and strict adherence to LOGAN policies.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Accruing Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Medical, Dental/Orthodontia, and Vision plans
Rx Help Prescription Cost Assistance Program & KISx Card for optimal surgical procedures
403(B) Traditional and ROTH retirement plans – Company match of up to 3% after 1 year of service
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Long-term disability and Reliance Standard Supplemental Insurance Plans (Short-term disability, critical illness, acceded, accidental death & dismemberment)
$15,000 company paid life insurance
Full time employees eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee-Referral incentive for qualifying positions