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University of Washington · 4 months ago

APEX Program Director

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$70K/yr - $105K/yr

3+ years exp

The University of Washington is seeking an APEX Program Director to join their Autism Center team. This role involves overseeing the operational, educational, clinical, and research components of the APEX Program, including supervising summer camp activities, providing clinical services, and collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals.

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Responsibilities

Consult, collaborate and plan meetings with multidisciplinary practitioners through the UW Autism Center to aid in program development and meet the needs of campers

Lead and organize program development tasks

Maintain the clinical foundation and structures related to serving autistic children; ensure current evidence-based intervention content is implemented in the summer program

Manage the logistics of camp set up. For example, ensure an adequate site, contact vendors, develop marketing and recruitment materials in collaboration with UWAC staff

Lead and collaborate with UWAC team to implement the program

Optional: conduct research on program effectiveness and other topics of interest

Lead staff hiring for APEX Summer Camp. Recruit doctoral and master's level clinicians, graduate, and undergraduate students from local, national, and international institutions of higher education

Directly train staff in evidence-based intervention techniques, including data tracking, social skills coaching/training, and de-escalation strategies

Provide camp staff with guidance and mentorship related to professional development, applying to graduate level or professional programs. Facilitate research opportunities and provide letters of recommendation for graduate and post-camp job applications

Recruit children and families to participate in the APEX Summer Camp; conduct screening calls and in-person family interviews to determine appropriate fit for camp

Provide clinical consultation to families regarding a range of clinical issues in the home and school settings; involve client's families in counseling and home program activities

Provide consultation to community providers who work with autistic children to ensure continuity of care for the child and family; provide consultation to other UW Autism Center clinicians

Provide education and training to parents and caregivers regarding evidence-based practices for promoting optimal development of social and behavioral skills

Keep appropriate records of services provided and coordinate with the billing office regarding services and meet billable expectations when applicable

Complete initial client evaluations, treatment plans, progress reports, referral letters, and other administrative responsibilities in a timely manner

Maintain appropriate service records and report service statistics for documentation and billing purposes

Monitor and manage budget for the APEX program in collaboration with UWAC Director of Operations and Director

Qualification

Program designClinical servicesStaff recruitmentEvidence-based interventionAutism spectrum disorderInterdisciplinary collaborationParent educationCommunity consultationBudget managementMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in psychology, education or related health care field and 3-4 years of relevant work experience in working with school-age autism children and/or experience leading programs

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration