Shrub Oak International School
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Supervisor
Shrub Oak International School, Lake Mohegan, New York, United States
Job Title: BCBA Supervisor
Reports to: Clinical Director
Department: Clinical
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000 per year, depending on experience/licensure
Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family‑centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence‑based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Essential Functions The BCBA Supervisor (acting as one of our licensed clinical coordinators) is a licensed position, will provide expertise in ABA and human development‑related services, serving as a member of the clinical leadership and supervisor of BCBAs and/or RBTs. Working with students in the Founders Cohort, they will evaluate treatment progress, conduct assessments, including FBAs, develop behavior plans, and provide clinical supervision and support. This individual will also support the design and development of treatment plans and provide direct support and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students. They will coordinate progress reports, provide on‑call clinical crisis coverage, deliver behavioral and family therapy, and oversee visitation protocols. They will maintain key relationships and collaborate as needed and required with students, their families, and all levels of staff at the Shrub Oak International School to ensure that the individualized needs of each student are met. Having access to confidential information, discretion, and independent judgment is required.
Provides leadership in ABA to ensure that students’ individualized needs are met, working with the clinical team, education and student life teams, administration, families, and external constituencies as needed and required
Conducts assessments and reassessments of a student's social and emotional needs and develops individualized ITEP goals and behavior plans for each student
Utilizes a variety of treatment modalities that are student‑centered, strength‑based, empathic, and creative to address each student's particular needs
Supervises BCBAs, RBTs, and other members of the Shrub Oak clinical team
Designs, implements, and/or supervises new systems, groups, and alternative programming for students
Oversees and coordinates the scheduling of clinical staff, ensuring that clinical session notes and required documentation are appropriately prepared, collected, and submitted as required
Supports students clinically in community and workplace environments to promote success for community/social integration, future employment opportunities, and other life achievements as appropriate
Proactively maintains communication with students, family members, and/or other caregivers as appropriate to effectively address student progress, development, and challenges
Participates in clinical and Shrub Oak activities to advance field knowledge and engages in activities to remain at the forefront of professional development and advancements
Actively assists with other programs, events, and services administered through Shrub Oak and may be involved in a wider range of responsibilities
Performs any other responsibilities as needed and required
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Requirements: Experience & Education:
New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) License in good professional standing required
Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field with BCBA Certification or PsyD required; doctoral degree preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience providing behavioral treatment/ABA services required; 10 years of experience preferred
Minimum 2 years of clinical supervisory experience required; 5 years of experience is preferred
Experience working with students with developmental disabilities or on the autistic spectrum is strongly preferred; school experience is a plus
Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional written communication skills, specifically involving documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other related administrative tasks
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and executing de‑escalation techniques
Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results working collaboratively in a dynamic environment by building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders, including students, families, faculty, and staff
Ability to lead, develop, and mentor others
Ability and willingness to learn new skills
Ability to display grit and resilience and maintain composure
Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast‑paced, unpredictable environment
Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including those aggressive in nature
Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings
Benefits: Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Employee discounts
Physical Requirements/Demands: A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.
We are a boarding school located on a 127‑acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.
EEO Statement: Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essential functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
We are committed to providing a safe and smoke‑free environment for all students, employees, and community members. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Reports to: Clinical Director
Department: Clinical
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000 per year, depending on experience/licensure
Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family‑centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence‑based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Essential Functions The BCBA Supervisor (acting as one of our licensed clinical coordinators) is a licensed position, will provide expertise in ABA and human development‑related services, serving as a member of the clinical leadership and supervisor of BCBAs and/or RBTs. Working with students in the Founders Cohort, they will evaluate treatment progress, conduct assessments, including FBAs, develop behavior plans, and provide clinical supervision and support. This individual will also support the design and development of treatment plans and provide direct support and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students. They will coordinate progress reports, provide on‑call clinical crisis coverage, deliver behavioral and family therapy, and oversee visitation protocols. They will maintain key relationships and collaborate as needed and required with students, their families, and all levels of staff at the Shrub Oak International School to ensure that the individualized needs of each student are met. Having access to confidential information, discretion, and independent judgment is required.
Provides leadership in ABA to ensure that students’ individualized needs are met, working with the clinical team, education and student life teams, administration, families, and external constituencies as needed and required
Conducts assessments and reassessments of a student's social and emotional needs and develops individualized ITEP goals and behavior plans for each student
Utilizes a variety of treatment modalities that are student‑centered, strength‑based, empathic, and creative to address each student's particular needs
Supervises BCBAs, RBTs, and other members of the Shrub Oak clinical team
Designs, implements, and/or supervises new systems, groups, and alternative programming for students
Oversees and coordinates the scheduling of clinical staff, ensuring that clinical session notes and required documentation are appropriately prepared, collected, and submitted as required
Supports students clinically in community and workplace environments to promote success for community/social integration, future employment opportunities, and other life achievements as appropriate
Proactively maintains communication with students, family members, and/or other caregivers as appropriate to effectively address student progress, development, and challenges
Participates in clinical and Shrub Oak activities to advance field knowledge and engages in activities to remain at the forefront of professional development and advancements
Actively assists with other programs, events, and services administered through Shrub Oak and may be involved in a wider range of responsibilities
Performs any other responsibilities as needed and required
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Requirements: Experience & Education:
New York State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) License in good professional standing required
Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field with BCBA Certification or PsyD required; doctoral degree preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience providing behavioral treatment/ABA services required; 10 years of experience preferred
Minimum 2 years of clinical supervisory experience required; 5 years of experience is preferred
Experience working with students with developmental disabilities or on the autistic spectrum is strongly preferred; school experience is a plus
Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional written communication skills, specifically involving documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other related administrative tasks
Exceptional verbal communication skills
Skilled in managing challenging behaviors and executing de‑escalation techniques
Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results working collaboratively in a dynamic environment by building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders, including students, families, faculty, and staff
Ability to lead, develop, and mentor others
Ability and willingness to learn new skills
Ability to display grit and resilience and maintain composure
Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast‑paced, unpredictable environment
Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including those aggressive in nature
Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings
Benefits: Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Employee discounts
Physical Requirements/Demands: A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.
We are a boarding school located on a 127‑acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.
EEO Statement: Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essential functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
We are committed to providing a safe and smoke‑free environment for all students, employees, and community members. #J-18808-Ljbffr