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Developmental Pathways

Runs behavioral therapy for people with autism

Program Manager

Full-Time
$65k - $70k/yr+ Mileage reimbursement
Mid
Master's
Buena Park, CA, USA
HybridTravel between client homes and offices, and to meetings and training, is required.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryMental & Behavioral Health

About the job

Requirements
  • A Master's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Completion of the four ABA postgraduate courses required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board: Ethical and Professional Conduct, Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis, Research Methods in Behavior Analysis, and Applied Behavior Analysis.
  • Meet the billable hours stated in the contracted offer letter and complete a standard 40-hour work week in accordance with California Labor Law.
  • Travel between client homes and offices and travel for meetings and training as required.
  • A valid California driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
  • Pass an FBI/Department of Justice clearance and background check.
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts to provide high-quality services.
  • Work with children and adults on the autism spectrum, providing assessments and individualized plans to improve behavior and quality of life.
  • Conduct client sessions and functional behavior assessments, including VB-MAPP, Vineland, and AFLS assessments.
  • Create individualized programming for clients.
  • Work closely with Behavior Therapists as they deliver individualized programming to clients.
  • Manage fulfillment of client contracts across service codes.
  • Provide clear and concise instructions across all facets of clients' clinical needs, including progress reports and monthly updates in accordance with insurance expectations.
  • Manage data and client communications.
  • Supervise and train Behavior Therapists, including Registered Behavior Technicians, Behavior Technicians, and Therapists.
  • Provide supervision hours for Registered Behavior Technicians and Board Certified Behavior Analyst candidates.
  • Hold ongoing supervision meetings to support and guide assigned staff.

About the company

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Developmental Pathways

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Developmental Pathways runs behavioral therapy programs for children and adults with autism and related developmental disabilities in California, Texas and Nevada. Its clinicians assess each person's needs and design individual plans to build communication, social and daily living skills. The company works with families and schools, using structured teaching and practice in everyday settings to reduce challenging behavior and support participation in community life. Its teams carry out treatment plans, measure progress and adjust interventions, with health insurers billed for behavioral health services. Developmental Pathways is headquartered in Van Nuys, California.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Van Nuys, CA

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • Professional learning is funded: DPI's West Coast analyst role includes free supervision and continuing education.
  • An advancement route is advertised: DPI's Anaheim assessor role lists a track to associate clinical director.
  • Clinical work follows an intensive model: DPI's intervention framework establishes 20-40 hours of treatment each week.

What critics are saying

  • Travel is part of direct care: DPI's Rowlett technician role involves home visits, with mileage reimbursed.
  • Hours extend beyond daytime: DPI's part-time Rowlett technician role advertises afternoon, evening and weekend scheduling.
  • Administrative work accompanies telehealth: DPI's remote analyst posting requires treatment data collection and monthly progress updates.

What makes Developmental Pathways unique

  • Clinical supervision has three levels: DPI's assessor posting places program managers between technicians and certified behavior analysts.
  • Treatment aims for family independence: DPI trains caregivers while gradually withdrawing direct therapist support.
  • Social coaching spans ages: DPI's university-developed curriculum has separate groups for preschoolers, teens and adults aged 18-35.

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