Program Director (Boulder)

The Joshua School is looking for the right Program Director to join our Boulder team!

Caseload: 20 students, aged 6-21

Salary: $85,000 - $105,000

Why Work at TJS

Generous Time Off

• 9 Weeks of Paid School Breaks:
• Fall Break (1 week)
• Thanksgiving Break (1 week)
• Winter Break (2 weeks)
• Spring Break (1 week)
• Summer Break (4 weeks)
• 7 additional paid days off for holidays / long weekends
• 15 Days of Paid Time Off (General PTO / Sick Time)

Consistent Schedule and Paycheck

• TJS operates on a school schedule (M-F, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) with no evenings, weekends, or holiday work required!
• You are still paid regardless of student attendance, seat time, census.
• Our calendar provides 10 paid days for professional development and parent conferences.

No Billable Hours

• We don’t bill through insurance, so you are not responsible for meeting billable hours, nor is your pay dependent on meeting billable hours.

Transdisciplinary Team

• As a member of our team, you’ll be supported by Special Education Teachers, Behavior Specialists, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Social Worker.

Comprehensive Benefits

• 100% employer-paid HSA medical insurance (plus PPO options)
• Dental, vision, telehealth, disability, and life insurance options
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid parental/medical leave (Colorado FAMLI)

Professional Learning

• TJS staff members receive access to the full Applied Behavior Analysis and Behavioral Health library from Relias, allowing team members to direct their own learning journey.
• The Relias Library provides 65 credit hours of BACB-approved CEUs.

Staff Pantry

• Forgot lunch? Our campuses keep a pantry stocked with snacks and grab-and-go lunch items so that you can always grab a bite!

Full Job Description

The Joshua School is committed to helping each individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Developmental Disabilities attain the highest quality of life, valuing each unique mind, body, and spirit.

ORGANIZATION:

We are a Colorado Department of Education (CDE) approved facility school and model autism site. Using Applied Behavior Analysis, we identify the needs of each student to create an independent and fulfilling life. These might include social skills, communication and language, academics, daily living and community skills, vocational skills and more. We believe that every child is smart, competent, and whole exactly as they are, and dignity is the birthright of every human being. We believe our children and their families have a right to aspire to a life of their choosing.

SUMMARY: The Program Director will execute a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to effectively oversee behavior analytic, educational, and vocational programming for a caseload ranging from 15 to 25 students at one of our Joshua School campuses. The Program Director supervises a team of licensed teachers, behavior analysts, other specialists, and instructional assistants, and will be responsible for campus-wide student programming, staff training, budgetary responsibilities, student intake and enrollment, and collaboration with families and community stakeholders. Each campus is supported by a team of experts in marketing, human resources, finance, accounting, and special education policies and programming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management and Operations

• Work in conjunction with the TJS leadership team to strategize, make decisions, initiate action plans, and cultivate a culture that is aligned with the TJS mission and leads to the attainment of organizational goals
• Contribute to projects that are identified by the TJS leadership team in order to reach organizational objectives or align with facility school quality standards
• Supervise all program staff, including Lead Teachers, OT/SLP and other Specialists, Behavior Analysts, Instructional Assistants, and the Office Manager
• Participate as a member of the Enrollment Team to evaluate, and assess new student applications
• Manage student referrals and the evaluation process for placements/transitions
• Plan and attend intake meetings for new students
• Plan and lead program staff meetings and trainings
• Assist in the creation of, and responsible for the management of program budget; collaborate with the Director of Finance to ensure timely preparation/submission of timecards, expenses and other Accounts Payable documentation
• Collaborate with TJS Senior Leadership in identifying and resolving environmental/building needs
• Coordinate campus-wide environmental sweeps, stay abreast of building/maintenance issues, perform and delegate housekeeping responsibilities
• Prepare for and participate in campus-wide audits and accreditations as required, with the support of the Special Education Director and Human Resources
• Oversee the maintenance of student and staff records and files (IEPs, BIPs, parent communications, incident reports, training records, etc.) as identified by TJS standards, applicable regulatory bodies, and HIPAA/FERPA requirements
• Staff Development
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Executive Program Director to create effective recruiting strategies, and participate in the selection and interview process for new hires
• Participate in the identification of training needs, and the development and delivery of training solutions, in conjunction with Human Resources and Executive Program Director (e.g., trainings in ABA skills, autism and developmental disabilities, mandated reporter, medication administration, communication and culture, etc.)
• Provide supervision and coaching to program staff on-campus and in the community
• Use behavior skills training to model/demonstrate program implementation, observe staff implementation of programming and providing constructive feedback
• Attend classroom clinical meetings at least once per month to facilitate discussion of student progress and problem-solve strategies with each classroom team
• Model and coach staff in professionalism, career, and interpersonal skills so that they can contribute to a positive culture at TJS
• Develop and lead staff trainings in collaboration with the TJS leadership team and other specialists
• Supervise and implement a performance management system for all program staff
• Meet regularly with each Lead Teacher, Behavior Analyst, OT/SLP Specialist, and the Office Manager to conduct informal and formal performance evaluations and obtain feedback
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers and Behavior Analysts to problem-solve professional or interpersonal issues that arise on their teams
• Assist in staff goal-setting and monitor progress
• Collaborate with Human Resources to design and execute campus-wide staff reinforcement systems and implement performance improvement plans when required
• Coordinate, lead, and delegate supervision for BCBA, BCaBA, and RBT candidates, including determining supervision schedules, managing a supervision curriculum with 1:1 and group supervision meetings, updating supervision practices and policies based on the BACB’s requirements, and presenting continuing education opportunities for certificants
• Coordinate and facilitate a campus-wide ethics committee to to review incident and restraint policies and procedures
• Manage and train staff in physical intervention and physical safety using an approved practice ( i.e. CALM)

Student Programming

• Oversee and participate in the development of and monitor progress toward identified educational, vocational, and behavioral goals for each student on caseload
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers, Behavior Analysts, OT/SLP, Director of Mental Health, IEP & Curriculum Specialist, and the Special Education Director in the assessments related to and the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), objective/lesson plans, and Behavior Intervention Plans
• Attend IEP meetings to support and facilitate discussion
• Monitor and review reports and data collection related to student progress in educational and behavioral objectives
• Assist in assessing student strengths and needs, and selecting appropriate instructional materials
• Assist with preparing for and conducting meetings with parents as needed, including providing resources and support to parents in preparing to navigate systems of care beyond The Joshua School
• With the support of the IEP & Curriculum Specialist, evaluate, approve, and support the use of identified academic curricula and materials in each classroom
• Participate in crisis management and physical interventions when necessary
• Provide families with referrals for additional services (OT, SLP, psychologist, psychiatrist, etc.) as necessary or requested

Community Outreach

• Prepare for and conduct community and family tours of the campus
• Facilitate family participation and understanding of student programming
• Continually develop and maintain relationships with:
• School district partners and representatives
• Local sites for community-based leisure and recreation activities
• Local job sites and pe