Regional Coordinator

**Candidate must have their BCBA and live in Nevada****

The overriding goal of PBS Corp. services is to enhance the autonomy and quality of life of individuals, their families, and others who support them. Regional coordinators are charged with supporting this mission by coordinating all behavior analysis services in their designated region and ensuring that qualified professionals are staffed and trained to serve individuals and ensure that they adhere to processes outlined in the protocol checklist and components of the behavior support plan template. Regional Coordinators oversee and lead coordination of all services and service providers in their designated region.

In addition to the Regional Coordinator duties listed below, Regional Coordinators must adhere to the description of behavior analysis services that is provided in the behavior analyst service description. This is achieved through the processes outlined in the protocol checklist and components of the behavior support plan template. Regional Coordinators working with PBS Corp. are expected to abide by the policies and procedures set forth by the organization and in accordance with the independent contractor agreement.

Major Duties: Specifically, Regional Coordinators are expected to engage in marketing and education, recruitment, referral and case assignment, coordination, provide administrative and clinical oversight, and ongoing support to improve the services delivered. Regional coordinators are the conduit for communication between the behavior analysts and assistants working with individuals and their caregivers and central administration. Responsibilities: Regional Coordinators working with PBS Corp are required to do the following

1. Supervises and leads coordination of all services and service providers in their designated region

2. Adhere to and support PBS Corp.'s policies and procedures, communicating them to contractors, families, funders, and within public venues as needed

3. Communicate with behavior analysts and behavior assistants to determine their availability and limits for accepting clients and concerns affecting delivery of services. Assign behavior analysts and assistants to cases, managing caseloads appropriately

4. Hold quarterly meetings with behavior analysts in region and/or communicate relevant information from the agency through other communication mechanisms

5. Assist behavior analysts and behavior assistants (working with the Lead Behavior Analyst, if assigned) to identify and address any clinical challenges impeding service deliver

y.6. Coordinate referrals for services via all funding sources, making sure plans are submitted appropriately and authorizations are received (and maintained) as needed

7. Serve as a liaison with peer review committees (such as. LRC), support coordinators, case managers, and representatives of funding agencies as needed

8. Monitor completion and uploading of behavior plans, updates, and reports, ensuring timeliness and thoroughness. Use company-wide evaluation tools to assist with regional management

9. Oversee quarterly and/or annual funding source assessments and other required reports, to include ensuring that caregiver surveys are administered, collected, and analyzed at least yearly or as required by funding source

10. Coordinate and meet regularly with Lead Behavior Analyst (if applicable) in the region with activities related to plan reviews, marketing, clinical issues, family issues, analyst support, etc.

11. If a Lead Behavior Analyst is not assigned to the area, review behavior plans and other relevant materials developed by behavior analysts to ensure that protocols are being followed and the interventions are achieving the desired outcomes for individuals and their families

12. Evaluate contractors quarterly using PBS Corp. provided evaluation tools. (Note: BCaBA's should collaborate with the clinical director or Lead Behavior Analyst for plan reviews and analyst evaluation activities

13. Respond to concerns presented by families, service providers, and funding agencies to ensure rapid resolution. Assist in making referrals to outside providers or agencies when warranted

14. Identifies training needs for analysts, assistants, and parents and ensures that the needed trainings are scheduled and held. This could include the Regional Coordinator giving the training or working with the Regional Director/Clinical Director to determine the appropriate person to give the training. Trainings may include but are not limited to; CEU events, Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis, Registered Behavior Technician Training Program, and assist with mentoring meetings.

15. Engage in marketing and community-building activities such as parent education, awareness training, and participation in local events. The Regional Coordinator is expected to attend and participate in their state-wide behavior analysis conference and any PBS sponsored conferences

16. Work with central administration to identify qualified behavior analysts and assistants for the area and participate in the interview process. Provide recommendations regarding incentives and leadership opportunities for contractors, as well as the need for disciplinary action (including termination).

17. Maintain communication with central administration Regional Coordinator meetings, at least bi-monthly conference calls with the assigned Regional Director/ Clinical Director, and signing into Lync daily (Monday through Friday). Provide regular updates on activities in region and relay concerns to the Regional Director/ Clinical Director and Leadership team as needed

Documentation Requirements: Prior to providing behavior analyst services through PBS Corp., contractors must complete the required paperwork detailed in the policies and procedures and new contractor checklist (e.g., background checks, application, and copies of identification). Regional Coordinators are required to adhere to the documentation procedures described in the behavior analyst service description (e.g., including notes related to client services, recording feedback on behavior plans). Regional coordinators are charged with providing oversight to ensure that behavior analysts and assistants in their region are completing required documentation. They should complete documentation reviews, periodic site visits, and maintain copies of quarterly evaluations. Regional coordinators are also encouraged to maintain databases of potential and current contractors and referral sources in their area