Clinical Supervisor in Bronx, New York at Rising Ground, Inc.
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Job Description
Department: | I/DD |
Reports To | AVP of Behavioral Health Services |
Location: | Varied IRAs, Bronx, Manhattan and Yonkers |
Employment Type | Full-Time |
Start Date | Immediate |
About Us
Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.
Role Overview
Provide clinical leadership to foster and maintain a person-centered therapeutic environment, allowing individuals with developmental disabilities to reach their maximum potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and provide clinical and administrative supervision to a team of Behavior Intervention Specialists.
- Develop and oversee Person-Centered Behavior Support Plans based on Functional Behavioral Assessments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create effective, person-centered behavioral interventions.
- Review and audit behavior support documentation to ensure compliance with OPWDD standards and best practices.
- Monitor, maintain, and analyze behavioral data for individuals on the assigned caseload.
- Participate in service planning meetings and coordinate behavioral supports across residential and day program settings.
- Provide counseling, therapeutic support, and model positive behavioral interventions for individuals served.
- Train and coach staff on behavior support strategies and individual clinical needs through team meetings and ongoing guidance.
- Conduct behavioral assessments and complete all required documentation, including monthly progress notes, accurately and on time.
- Maintain regular communication with service providers to ensure coordinated, consistent care.
- Uphold HIPAA confidentiality standards while demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to organizational goals.
- Participate in committee meetings and perform additional duties as assigned to support program operations.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
- BCBA or other clinical license with OPWDD experience required
- Experience working with individuals with varying degrees of intellectual/developmental disabilities a must.
- Previous supervisory experience a plus
- Excellent organizational/communication/writing skills.
Work Environment
Office Setting, Community-based IRAs
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Full-time position, with one remote day optional. Monday-Friday, some flexibility of scheduled hours
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary structure
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
- Remote / flexible work options (If applicable)
Additional Requirements
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work in-person in New York City (NYC)
- Ability to travel to other Rising Ground Sites (if required)
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment