Job: Supervisor of Autism Wraparound Services

Wraparound provides behavioral health treatment to children up to age 21 who have a mental health diagnosis or Autism Spectrum Disorder. The service uses professional staff and natural supports to literally "wrap" services around an identified child and the child's family. services can be provided in the child's home, community and school. Wraparound services include:

Autism and behavioral expertise to help families in creating an individual treatment plan based on their goals and objectives.

The use of community resources to achieve maximum improvement in the child's function with minimum disruption to the family unit.

An interagency team which may include mobile therapy, therapeutic staff support,
behavioral specialist, teachers, vocational training counselor, medical and legal advisers.

Parent education and support.

Requirements:
Master’s degree in Social Services required.
Must have a minimum of two years experience in Autism Wraparound Services.
Must be able to adapt hours to the needs of the position. May need to work evenings and/or weekends.
Must be able to engage in therapeutic intervention with clients and their families.
Must be able to conduct intra-agency and inter-agency communication in a positive, professional manner.
Must have above average written communication skills.
Must be able to train and supervise treatment staff.
Must have a working knowledge of the DSM-IV.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must have access to a telephone.
Must be eligible for Act 33/34 and FBI clearances.
Must be able to identify with the agency Mission Statement and support the agency’s Core Values.

Knowledge Areas
JCAHO Standards
Treatment and behavior concepts
DPW Regulations
Child Protective Services Law
MA and MH Regulations
Interpersonal relationship skills
Recruiting and interviewing techniques