ADT Program Manager

Job Purpose

Els for Autism is located in Jupiter Florida on a beautiful 26 acre campus. This position works with the Associate Director of Adult Services to lead, plan, implement, evaluate and continuously improve the Els for Autism Adult Day Training (ADT) Program which is housed in our beautiful 21,000 square foot Adult Services Building designed specifically to meet the needs of autistic adults.

This role involves strategic oversight of daily programmatic operations, staff, outside support assistants, and volunteers, while incorporating evidence-based practices in applied behavior analysis (ABA) to ensure high-quality service delivery for adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities.

Conduct intake meetings and situational assessments with incoming participants and their families to review program goals, provide orientation, and offer appropriate community resources.

Perform document reviews, using both formal and informal assessments to develop individual implementation plans for each client, written from the client's perspective, ensuring self-determination activities and person-centered approaches are embedded into goals and outlined in each client's implementation plan to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming full participants in community activities.

Create and monitor the use of data tracking systems and monthly billing systems for the ADT Program, as required by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD.

Ensure safe program operations through regular incident reporting, safety audits, and adherence to ratios on campus and in the community.

Serve as a primary liaison with the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, Waiver Support Managers, participants, families, case managers, and other persons or entities who provide services or support to the client.

Monitor the ADT Program staffing needs and collaborate with the Associate Director of Adult Services and the Human Resources Department in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of staff advertised staff positions and in securing volunteers.

Work collaboratively with the Associate Director of Adult Services to prepare for and ensure successful outcomes of annual program external and internal audits.

Seek out and collaborate with local community organizations to provide inclusive program activities for clients across settings.

Provide oversight of all behavior analytic services in the ADT, ensuring they align with ethical and professional guidelines of the BACB and APD requirements.

Design, supervise, and monitor implementation of individualized behavior support plans and any relevant skill acquisition programs.

Collaborate with transdisciplinary team members (e.g., SLP, OT, MHC) to develop integrated strategies to address clients' needs.

Supervise, mentor, and coach ADT instructors, support assistants, and volunteers to ensure fidelity to instructional models, positive behavior supports, and safety protocols.

Implement and monitor staff training plans, including onboarding, continuing education, and regulatory compliance (APD, HIPAA, etc.).

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing.
• Minimum of 7 years providing direct services and/or managing programs for adults with autism or related developmental disabilities.
• Minimum of 2 years experience supervising staff and implementing behavior analytic supports in a community or educational setting
• Demonstrated understanding of Organizational Behavior Management (OBM) principles and the ability to apply them in a leadership context
• Valid Florida Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing an APD/Med Waiver funded ADT program for adults with autism and related developmental disabilities
• Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification (or willingness to obtain)

Work Environment:

• Work is performed on campus and in community-based locations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Required to sit, kneel, stand or bend in support of clients' needs
• Work is normally performed on campus in a typical classroom environment and visually engineered vocational labs, and in community-based locations.
• May be Responsible for transporting clients as needed to community-based locations using a company van.

Els for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Els for Autism is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, where diversity is valued and all individuals, regardless of background, identity, or ability, are respected and provided equal opportunities for success. To learn more, please visit elsforautism.org.

Must successfully complete a Level 2 background check

Salary : $85,000 - $90,000