Intensive Support Teams Supervisor

The Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Cuyahoga DD) is seeking an IST Supervisor to plan, monitor and coordinate implementation of specialized interdisciplinary teams (IDT) including organization of ongoing meetings, data analysis, coordination of therapeutic interventions and outcome measurement, and supervise Behavior and Curriculum Intervention (BCIS) staff. The nature of work will include, but is not limited to the following:

Organize and coordinate weekly interdisciplinary team meetings for individuals with unique needs and their families.
• Facilitate weekly team meetings.
• Follow team structure to ensure consistency: assessment, service provision, fade, and discharge.
• Identify point in intervention when to refer to external providers.
• Develop contacts and maintain contracts with external providers for ABA and non-ABA supports.
• Monitor and track payment, budgets for individuals and for project, supplies, equipment, etc., and invoicing with contracted external provider agencies.
• Ensure and monitor all documentation from team members is up to date and electronically stored for access.
• Track all individual and team outcomes.
• Monitor and adjust goals within the team process for individual and family outcomes and communicate progress with support administration staff as needed.
• Provide supervision, performance evaluation and feedback to all BCIS staff. Assign and prioritize caseloads based on operational needs.
• Plan and facilitate BCIS departmental meetings including development of agenda, professional development/training opportunities as applicable.
• Monitor elements and implementation of school age support services delivered by BCIS staff including but not limited to maintaining relationships with school districts, assigning referrals to staff and monitoring productivity.
• Maintain and monitor timekeeping data for BCIS staff including professional leave requests, absences and timecards. Monitor, review and approve mileage and Outlook calendar, flex and staffing coverage.
• Makes recommendations for professional and technical equipment for use in school age services and IST. Order, manage and monitor equipment lending for BCIS and IST staff.
• Oversee use of virtual reality hardware and software and maintain ongoing relationship with vendor as needed.
• Assist with departmental budget pertaining to BCIS and IST.
• Communicate and coordinate with other public systems as needed.
• Attend meetings with external agencies to ensure consistent communication and programming.
• Review IEP, and/or ISP outcomes and electronic files.
• Observe, monitor, and adjust coaching strategies within Teams on a regular and ongoing basis.
• Develop and/or conduct in-service training opportunities as related to best practice and efficiency in behavioral supports and various intervention strategies.
• As necessary, represent Cuyahoga DD in dealings with other State, regional and local agencies, and organizations. As necessary, attend and participate in meetings, committees, conferences and make presentations on applicable topics.
• Make recommendations for professional and technical equipment for use by individuals and/or Teams.
• Assist in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of BCIS candidates.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: Supervise and evaluate all Behavior and Curriculum Intervention Specialists.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Cuyahoga DD related services staff, managers/supervisors, Assistive Technology managers and staff, staff from community partner agencies, families, staff from other state and local programs.

SALARY & BENEFITS: The Cuyahoga County Board of DD is a mission-driven organization. Attracting, retaining, and developing great talent is fundamental to achieving the Board's mission. We are committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including the way we compensate our employees. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes not only pay, but non-cash compensation such as extensive paid time off, outstanding healthcare benefits as well as free dental, vision, and life insurance, and so much more. We also have a fantastic pension plan through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. If that wasn't enough, you will have the opportunity to work in an outstanding work environment as part of a multidisciplinary group of professionals.

** SALARY : The salary range posted in the header is the full range for employees in Pay Schedule D. It is not the range for a new hire. Starting salaries may be negotiable based on the breadth and depth of the knowledge, skills, and experiences brought by the candidate based on the qualifications listed below. It is the Cuyahoga DD's intent to pay a salary that is reasonable and competitive based on the market rate for the position, and because we are committed to our current employees, internal equity is also a factor when hiring new staff.

The Cuyahoga DD recruits and retains outstanding individuals who are committed to our mission of supporting and empowering people with developmental disabilities to live, learn, work and play in the community. We seek to attract diverse staff who desire to inspire, to promote abilities and talents, to foster inclusion in all aspects of community life, and to hold themselves and others to high expectations. We hope you choose to join our team!

If you would like a much more comprehensive look at the benefits package, click HERE to download a pdf with more detailed information.

Remote Work: Our positions are not remote. There is an onsite expectation for all of our positions. Although we do permit some remote work at home with flexible, hybrid work schedules for some of our positions, we do expect staff to be able to commute to our facilities in Cuyahoga County, Ohio on a regular basis. We have facilities in Parma, Cleveland, and Highland Hills, Ohio. All employees will be based in one of these three cities. We do not currently offer any fully remote positions. All positions come with the expectation that the employee will work onsite at an assigned facility in Cuyahoga County some days each week as directed.

• Master's degree in special education or related field required.
• Ohio Department of Education K-12 Intervention Specialist license required.
• DODD Service and Support Administrator Supervisor Certificate required but may be obtained upon hire.
• Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required.
• Thorough knowledge of field of studies from: speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, counseling, psychology, special education.
• Experience in implementation of various behavioral strategies for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Practical experience and training in family coaching in home-based setting as a learning strategy, highly desirable.
• Valid state of Ohio driver's license and an excellent driving record.

Application Procedure:

• All applicants must apply ONLINE.
• External applicants are required to upload a resume that shows a detailed work history. This is important because this agency no longer requires that applicants complete an employment application. Therefore, the only way we will be able to review your employment history and ascertain your background and experience is through your resume. You are also welcome to upload a cover letter that outlines your interest in this position.
• Current Cuyahoga DD employees are required to upload at least a detailed letter of interest that outlines your interest in this position and highlights your qualifications for this position.
• All candidates will be asked to create an online profile and you will be asked a series of questions that will require responses in order to proceed through the application process.
• Immediately after applying, you will receive a confirmation of receipt by email. If you do not receive that email, check your spam folder. For any further questions about the application process, see the FAQ link below.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion: The Cuyahoga County Board of DD is committed to treating every individual, family, employee, and applicant with dignity, respect and compassion regardless of a person's sex, ancestry, national original, race, color, age, religion, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, genetic information, or social, economic or political affiliation.

Compassion, trust, and mutual respect are at the core of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Cuyahoga County Board of DD fosters and promotes an inclusive environment that leverages the unique contributions of diverse individuals and organizations in all aspects of our work. We know that by bringing diverse individuals and viewpoints together we can collectively and more effectively create opportunities for a better life for the individuals we support. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what it means for people with developmental disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in the community.

PRIVACY AND SECURITY NOTICE: By applying for positions with the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities you are accepting that you have reviewed and understand our Applicant Privacy and Security Notice provided by clicking HERE.

- Questions about the application process? Review answers to our FAQs here: FAQS and How to Contact H.R.

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- Individuals who may need assistance with the application process should contact Human Resources.

Cuyahoga DD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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