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Job openings last updated April 18, 2013. Please contact Easter Seals in your area for information about future opportunities.

Executive Director - Easter Seals of the Birmingham Area

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Lynne Stokley
Easter Seals Alabama
5960 East Shirley Lane
Montgomery, AL 36117
Email: info@al.easterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The qualified candidate will have proven leadership ability accompanied by exceptional written and communication skills and the ability to direct the administration of the facility within the authority of the local governing Board of Directors and Easter Seals Alabama, Inc.

Specifically, the candidate must be able to:

Motivate and lead employees, as well as hire and manage team leaders and all staff within the organization accordingly
Make key recommendations and decisions that determine the direction for the organization
Effectively administer fiscal operations, such as budget planning, accounting, program services and development of funding streams
Oversee and direct the needs, use and maintenance of facilities and equipment
Develop and enforce policies and procedures for programs, services and operations
Develop or expand programs and services for adult and pediatric rehabilitation and therapies, accordingly
Develop and maintain working relationships with Easter Seals Staff and Board of Directors, the State Legislature and Agencies, Easter Seals Alabama, Community Rehabilitation Programs across the state and other appropriate organizations in the Easter Seals service area
Manage and direct development and fundraising activities
Represent Easter Seals positively within the community and promote programs through various media outlets

QUALIFICATIONS:

A master's degree (in a field related to our mission preferred) with a minimum of two years' experience as an Executive Director or other leadership/management position of a similar organization. Also, prefer knowledge of operations related to a rehabilitation facility, business or a program that serves persons with disabilities.

Supported Living, Support Staff

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Easter Seals Blake Foundation
332 S. Convent Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701
Email: hr@blake.easterseals.com

SYNOPSIS OF DUTIES:

Provide one to one support to an adult living in their own home. Plans and conducts daily activities to facilitate individual learning experiences to assist in the development of living skills consistent with the participant's objectives identified in the Individual Service Plan (ISP)/Individual Program Plan (IPP) and with the program design.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts daily activities to assist the development of living skills consistent with the program participant's goals and objectives.
Plans and prepares a weekly schedule of activities providing living skills and learning experiences according to ISP and IPP goals and objectives.
Provides assistance with personal care for participants which may include feeding, grooming and toileting.
Assists in participant assessments, planning and evaluation processes.
Attends ISP/IPP meetings.
Assists participant in the development and implementation of his/her Service Plan.
Maintains all assigned documentation and data regarding program participants including ID/case notes.
May be required to transport program participants depending on program design and location

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED
3 months plus related experience working with individuals in a health care or social service setting
Eligible to pass a class-1 fingerprint clearance Valid AZ drivers license
Clear motor vehicle record

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift up to 70 pounds repetitively.
Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel for extended periods of time.
Ability to push/pull wheel chairs on a variety of terrain.

ABA Therapist/East Bay, Easter Seals Bay Area

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Easter Seals Bay Area
ATTN: Human Resources
180 Grand Avenue Suite 300
Oakland CA 94612
Email: jobs@esba.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilizing a family-centered approach, provides parent education and empirically-based intervention activities to children with autism spectrum disorders, ages 14 months and older, in the child's home and/or other natural settings, to facilitate inclusion into the least restrictive environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following disciplines: early childhood education, nursing, psychology or related field; bachelor's degree strongly preferred. Or,
The equivalent of two years of college coursework at an accredited college or university, with a concentration in early childhood education, nursing, social work, psychology or related field.
One year of related professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
Knowledgeable of methodologies found to benefit children with autism spectrum disorders, including Applied Behavioral Analysis ("ABA"), Early Start Denver Model ("ESDM"), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-Handicapped Children ("TEACCH"), Picture Exchange Communication System ("PECS"), and Pivotal Response Training ("PRT").
Familiar with the field of early intervention, and knowledgeable of other community resources and agencies that serve children.
Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
Reliable personal vehicle and good driving record.

Clinical Supervisors - Autism Services, Easter Seals Southern California

Email:
Los Angeles and Kern counties email sylvia.colvin@essc.org
Orange, San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties email toni.fisher@essc.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will provide quality, clinical supervision and work directions to program managers and interventionists providing discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
The Clinical Supervisor will facilitate behavior programs based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Conduct behavior assessments and functions as an Assessor when needed.
Will provide parent education, develop and deliver specific intervention activities according to the treatment plan, and monitor development of children in natural settings.
Function as liaison between the organization, families, community, therapists, health care providers, etc.
Responsible for meeting productivity requirements set forth in annual budget.
Lead/attend meetings and conduct on-going staff trainings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, special education, psychology or related field.
Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) or Licensed Psychologist preferred.
Three years of related professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multidisciplinary team setting preferred.
Expertise in approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies including Pivotal Response Training (PRT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Behavior Skills Training (BST), and experimental functional analysis (EFA).
Expert knowledge of scientifically-validated methodologies and approaches found to benefit children with ASD; familiar with current related research findings.
Familiar with the field of early intervention; knowledge of other community resources and agencies that serve children.
Expertise in all empirically evaluated assessment and intervention strategies related to program and service delivery for individuals with ASD.
Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills.
Ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.
Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills; customer service orientated and professional.
Demonstrate good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills with a variety of individuals and groups. Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Must relate well to children and their families.
Very good working knowledge in all applicable computer programs (Microsoft Office).
Valid CPR certification.
Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations.
Reliable transportation, proof of valid California driver's license, safe driving record, proper auto insurance and vehicle registration.

Clinical Supervisor/South Bay, Easter Seals Bay Area

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Easter Seals Bay Area
Attn: Human Resources
180 Grand Avenue Suite 300
Oakland CA 94612
Email: jobs@esba.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

We have an immediate opening for a full-time Clinical Supervisor in our program serving families living in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. While there is a preference for applicants with bilingual English/Spanish speaking and writing skills, this is not required. Primary job responsibilities are to provide clinical supervision and work direction to Early Intervention Autism Project staff, including skills enhancement, clinical consultation, and professional development.

Additional responsibilities include:

Travel to homes and other community settings to provide clinical supervision hours to each family served, on a weekly basis or as required by contract.
Represent and market the autism program to various funding organizations, insurance carriers, school districts, nonpublic schools, and individuals to coordinate referrals, trainings and opportunities for program expansion and enhancement.
Participate in organizational business development through participation on the Extended Leadership Team.
Lead weekly staff meetings.
Develop, coordinate, and deliver trainings for direct reports and other Early Childhood Services teams.
Assure staff responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are defined and understood.
Evaluate performance of team members and assure program staff meet established monthly productivity levels.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have master's degree and be licensed in the State of California as follows: MFT, LCSW, or psychologist.
Minimum of two years of related professional experience working with children with ASD as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst strongly preferred.
Knowledgeable of methodologies found to benefit children with ASD, including Applied Behavior Analysis ("ABA"), Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-Handicapped Children ("TEACCH"), Picture Exchange Communication System ("PECS"), Pivotal Response Training ("PRT").
Previous experience providing education, coaching and support to families with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or related developmental disabilities.
Previous experience providing direct supervision to staff.
Must have valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record.
Bilingual English/Spanish is very desirable.
Must be familiar with the field of ASD and early intervention.
Knowledgeable of typical and atypical child development.

Director of Training and Quality, Easter Seals Southern California

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Easter Seals Southern California
Attn: Sylvia Colvin
6076 Bristol Parkway, Suite 106
Culver City, CA 90230
Email: sylvia.colvin@essc.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversees and directs the development and implementation of training strategy, initiatives and programs. Assesses the learning needs of the associates directly through observation and formal learning assessments and indirectly through review of data from quality improvement and program evaluation activities. Provide leadership, guidance and monitoring of quality standards. Oversees program compliance with all regulatory, statutory, and contractual requirements.

Job Responsibilities

Develops, designs, evaluates, and modifies ongoing training programs and course content based upon needs assessments, competencies, legal and licensure requirements, course evaluation and management feedback. Implements training programs through training materials, methods and trainers, including manuals, guides, presentations, videos, and e-learning programs.
Measures and interprets the impact of training programs based on the professional development of department associates and skill training efforts. Provides adequate training to ensure trainers are effective at training department associates and are able to provide coverage for reasonable contingencies.
Monitors and leads the department toward compliance with accrediting bodies. Partners with designated associates to ensure compliance and adherence to clinical standards and contracts.
Develops, implements, and manages quality policies, procedures, programs, and process improvement efforts. Revise and expand existing quality tools.
Develops, revises, monitors and/or expands an initial training and certification program for supervisors, assessors, and interventionists.
Develops procedure for licensed associates to meet external supervision training requirements as Board Certified Behavior Analysts and other licenses. Coordinates external training options focused on continued education units for department associates of specific disciplines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/ development, early childhood special education, special education, psychology or related filed; Ph.D. preferred.
Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Four years of relevant job experience in training and leadership development.
Five years of related professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and/or other related developmental disabilities in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
Five years of supervisory experience.
Excellent clinical, administrative, and leadership skills.
Proficient knowledge of scientifically-validated methodologies and approaches found to benefit children with ASD; well-versed in current related research findings; knowledgeable in the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) and other assessment programs.
Able to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
Ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.
Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc...) and related computer software.
Able to obtain criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easter Seals Southern California and/or program requirements.
Ability to travel locally with reliable transportation, maintains driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards, and must have and maintain proper auto insurance and vehicle registration.

Other Requirements and Information about the Position:

Office location to be determined.
Travel required to all service areas: Orange, Los Angeles, Kern, San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego Counties.
Bilingual a plus.
Compensation dependent on experience and/or education.

Interventionist - Autism Services, Easter Seals Southern California

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Easter Seals Southern California
Attn: Sylvia Colvin
6076 Bristol Parkway, Suite 106
Culver City, CA 90230
Email: sylvia.colvin@essc.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will provide quality, discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

The Interventionist will monitor the development of children in home, the community and/or other natural settings, providing 1:1 specialized behavior intervention services to children, and parent education, according to goals described in the treatment plan. Ensure effective communication between all support team members. Complete necessary program and participant-related documents and reports. Attend meetings as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field, plus one (1) year of related experience with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities; or, the equivalent of two (2) years of college coursework at an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education, psychology, nursing or related field, plus five (5) years of related experience with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or other related developmental disabilities.
Familiar with the field of early intervention, knowledgeable of resources that serve children, and with the approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies.
Demonstrate good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills. Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Must relate well to children and their families.
Very good working knowledge in all applicable computer programs (Microsoft Office).
Valid CPR certification.
Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations.
Reliable transportation, proof of valid California driver's license, safe driving record, proper auto insurance and vehicle registration.

Program Manager - Autism Services, Easter Seals Southern California

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Easter Seals Southern California
Attn: Sylvia Colvin
6076 Bristol Parkway, Suite 106
Culver City, CA 90230
Email: sylvia.colvin@essc.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will provide quality, program management of discipline-specific treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The Program Manager will supervise Interventionists who monitor the development of children in home, the community and/or other natural settings, who provide 1:1 specialized behavior intervention services to children, and parent education, according to goals described in the treatment plan. Will overlap with the Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) and Interventionists which may include some direct therapist hours. Serve as liaison between participants and Easter Seals; communicate concerns to Clinical Supervisor; ensure effective communication between all support team members. Responsible for accurate documentation, reports and program records. Lead/attend meetings and conduct on-going staff trainings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, special education, or psychology.
Two (2) years of professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices and scientifically-validated methodologies and approaches found to benefit children with ASD; familiar with current research findings.
Familiar with the field and approaches of early intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis.
Competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies.
Strong clinical, administrative, and leadership skills; customer service orientated and professional.
Demonstrate good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills with a variety of individuals and groups. Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Must relate well to children and their families.
Very good working knowledge in all applicable computer programs (Microsoft Office).
Valid CPR certification.
Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations.
Reliable transportation, proof of valid California driver's license, safe driving record, proper auto insurance and vehicle registration.

Other Requirements and Information about the Position:

Positions are available in Orange, Los Angeles, Kern, San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego counties; travel required in assigned area.
Bilingual a plus.
Full-time and part-time positions available.
Compensation dependent on experience and/or education.

Program Supervisor, Easter Seals Bay Area

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Easter Seals Bay Area
Attn: Human Resources
180 Grand Avenue Suite 300
Oakland CA 94612
Email: jobs@esba.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Easter Seals Bay Area's home-based Autism Program provides comprehensive in-home services to children with autism spectrum disorders, fourteen months and older, and their families. We use a family-centered approach to address both the child's educational and therapeutic needs, and provide parent education and support. We offer extensive support and training to all of our employees in children's services programs.

Easter Seals has a strong regional and national reputation for excellence and national dedication to the development of programs and services for individuals living with autism (http://autism.easterseals.com/). The organization has entered a period of expanded vision and planned growth. This is an exciting time to join a dynamic team of people who are passionate about their work.

We have an opening for a full-time Program Supervisor in our East Bay program, serving families living in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. There is a strong preference for applicants with bilingual English/Spanish speaking skills. Some Saturday work may be required. The primary job responsibility is to supervise individualized behavior plans for children with autism spectrum disorders, ages 14 months and older. This program offers a trans-disciplinary approach and opportunities for cross-training, working with experienced BCBAs, PTs, OTs, SLPs and other education professionals. Ongoing coaching and frequent training is provided, however only qualified, experienced applicants will be considered. Easter Seals places great emphasis on the professional development of its staff.

Other essential functions of this position include:

Schedule and coordinate regular home visits with care givers to provide specific parent education and in-home/community-based intervention activities
Prepare and provide specialized training and instructional materials for care givers.
Act as liaison to coordinate referrals
Assure staff responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are defined and understood Coordinate staff development trainings and participate in program planning sessions
Assure all necessary data is compiled and documentation (evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, exit summaries, etc.) is current and completed.
BCBA and BCABA supervision is available.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in child development, nursing, special education, early childhood special education, pediatric therapy, social work or related field is necessary.
Minimum equivalent of two years of full time, related professional experience in a multi-disciplinary setting working with young children with autism spectrum disorders and/or related developmental disabilities in a direct care capacity.
Previous experience providing education, coaching and support to families with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or related developmental disabilities.
Must have valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record.
Bilingual English/Spanish is very desirable.
Completion of BCBA or BCABA is very desirable.
Must be familiar with the field of autism spectrum disorders and early intervention.
Knowledgeable of typical and atypical child development, and knowledgeable of other community resources and agencies that serve children.
Previous experience working in a supervisory role, providing work direction to staff.

Program Supervisor, Easter Seals Bay Area

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Easter Seals Bay Area
Attn: Human Resources
180 Grand Avenue Suite 300
Oakland CA 94612
Email: jobs@esba.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

We have an immediate opening for a full-time Program Supervisor in our South Bay program, serving families living in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. There is a strong preference for applicants with bilingual English/Spanish speaking skills.

The primary job responsibility is to supervise individualized behavior plans for children with autism spectrum disorders, ages 14 months and older. This program offers a trans-disciplinary approach and opportunities for cross-training, working with experienced BCBAs, PTs, OTs, SLPs and other education professionals. Ongoing coaching and frequent training is provided, however only qualified, experienced applicants will be considered. Easter Seals places great emphasis on the professional development of its staff.

Other essential functions of this position include:

Schedule and coordinate regular home visits with care givers to provide specific parent education and in-home/community-based intervention activities
Prepare and provide specialized training and instructional materials for care givers. Act as liaison to coordinate referrals
Assure staff responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are defined and understood
Coordinate staff development trainings and participate in program planning sessions
Assure all necessary data is compiled and documentation (evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, exit summaries, etc.) is current and completed.

BCBA and BCABA supervision is available.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in child development, nursing, special education, early childhood special education, pediatric therapy, social work or related field is required.
Minimum equivalent of two years of full time, related professional experience in a multi-disciplinary setting working with young children with autism spectrum disorders and/or related developmental disabilities in a direct care capacity.
Previous experience providing education, coaching and support to families with children with autism spectrum disorders and/or related developmental disabilities.
Must have valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record.
Bilingual English/Spanish is very desirable.
Completion of BCBA or BCABA is very desirable.
Must be familiar with the field of autism spectrum disorders and early intervention.
Knowledgeable of typical and atypical child development.

Regional Vice President - Autism Service, Easter Seals Southern California

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Easter Seals Southern California
Attn: Sylvia Colvin
6076 Bristol Parkway, Suite 106
Culver City, CA 80230
Email: sylvia.colvin@essc.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under minimal direction, leads, plans, organizes and manages the business unit that provides core clinical services for the organization. Provides clinical supervision and work direction to Easter Seals Autism Services including training/skills enhancement, clinical consultation, and professional development. Has overall responsibility for the budget, staffing, new development, service expansion, advocacy, parent, and community involvement. Ensures clinical, communication, quality and service standards are maintained.

Job Responsibilities

Supervises and leads clinical team for the provision of regular home visits with children and families to provide specific parent education and in-home/community-based intervention activities or behavioral services for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Oversees the quality and consistency of individualized goals and plans as identified in the Individualized Behavior Plan, in conjunction with other program staff, as needed. Prepares and provides specialized training and instructional materials for all clinical associates.
Develops the budget, ensures productivity and fiscal adherence to annual budgets, manages resources; provides input into the billing process, reviews financial statements, and ensures that business processes are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Develops business plan, identifies business efficiencies and corrects inefficiencies, pursues opportunities for expansion and ensures budget accountability with clinical supervisor/directors. Develops operational goals and action plans tied to achievement of short and long-term organizational goals; monitors ongoing division performance to ensure achievement of goals.
Oversees staff development trainings, and participates in program planning sessions. Assures that staff responsibilities, authorities, and accountabilities are defined and understood. Evaluates performance and monitors productivity of team members. Attends meetings and acts as project liaison to coordinate referrals.
Oversees the completion of necessary documentation including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports and exit summaries, and keeps updated with other site-related documents and current medical reports for each child. Provides child-related communication to care givers, the program team, physicians and other health care providers, as appropriate.
Monitors contract compliance; oversees outcome measurement and continual program improvement; oversees the entire service delivery system.
Partners with Human Resources Director to ensure staffing needs are met. Handles escalated employee relations issues as necessary in partnership with Human Resources Director; complies with and enforces corporate human resource practices and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in early childhood education/development, early childhood special education, or psychology.
Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); licensed psychologist preferred.
Five years of related professional experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and/or other related developmental disabilities, in a multi-disciplinary team setting.
Five years of supervisory experience.
Proficient knowledge of scientifically-validated methodologies and approaches found to benefit children with ASD; well-versed in current related research findings.
Expertise in approaches to intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Competent in employing and directing behavior analytic methodologies including Pivotal Response Training (PRT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Behavior Skills Training (BST), and Experimental Functional Analysis (EFA).
Excellent clinical, administrative, and leadership skills.
Able to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to maintain customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.
Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups. Must relate well to children and their families and maintain positive affect.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and related computer software.
Able to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easter Seals Southern California and/or program requirements.
Must have and maintain Current CPR certification card.
Ability to travel locally with reliable transportation, maintains driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards, and must have and maintain proper auto insurance and vehicle registration.

Other Requirements and Information about the Position:

Office location to be determined
Bilingual a plus.
Compensation dependent on experience and/or education.

Chief Financial Officer, Easter Seals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut

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CFO Recruitment
100 Deerfield Road
Windsor, CT 06095
Email: cforecruit@escrec.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Easter Seals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut, a steadily growing, $9 million organization, is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer. Our CFO will (1) oversee all fiscal and business operations (general accounting, grants accounting, financial planning and analysis, medical billing, AR, AP, cash management, payroll); (2) have a high level of involvement in the integration of administrative operations with programs and services; and (3) support executive management's strategic growth and finance needs. With a total of eight reporting staff, this is a hands-on, roll-up-your sleeves type of position.

The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of financial and cost accounting practices with a highly developed financial analysis capability, demonstrated management and team experience, and excellent communication skills. Experience in supervision of accounting, accounts receivable and accounts payable staff is important, as is having a strong set of computer skills. A CPA or masters in related field with experience working in healthcare is preferred.

We offer a competitive package of salary and benefits. This strategic position reports directly to the CEO and is housed in our Windsor, CT headquarters (just north of Hartford).

To be immediately considered for this position, please e-mail a cover letter and resume to cforecruit@escrec.org. Your cover letter must indicate your current salary/bonus level and/or salary requirements in order to be considered. If you are currently residing more than 100 miles from Hartford, your cover letter should affirm your understanding of the job location and your intention to relocate.

Functional Responsibilities:

Manages the overall operation of the accounting and billing departments.
Maintains complete and up-to-date system of accounting operating procedures and internal controls.
Prepares detailed monthly and annual financial statements. Maintains company books as accurate and current.
Prepares monthly or quarterly reports for managers and external funding bodies, including variance analysis on budget vs. actual results.
Performs financial projections and analyses as requested by executive management
Perform all account reconciliations.
Oversee all payroll matters.
Prepares annual budgets, cash flow projections, budget forecasts and special cost studies.
Manages and ensures proper preparation for annual financial audit.
Prepares pricing rate proposals and negotiates contracts. Control and manage rate information related to pricing of proposals.
Establishes controls and procedures for grant administration to ensure compliance with regulatory or funding requirements and timely reporting as dictated by the local/state/federal governments, grantors, and other external entities.
Collaborates with management team members and appropriate staff to accomplish organizational goals.
Perform all other duties required by the CEO. Make suggestions for methods to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of all financial operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Expertise in application of GAAP
Progressively responsible experience in professional accounting and management; previous experience as a CFO or controller.
Experience in government grant/contract accounting.
Experience in preparation of pricing rate proposals and contract negotiations.
Strong computer skills and data management skills using MS applications and Peachtree.
Strong analytical skills with an orientation for detail and ability to come up with new ideas and better ways of doing things.
Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to communicate accounting principles and financial concepts verbally and in writing to non-accountants.
Strong leadership, planning and collaboration skills.
Demonstrated success in developing and implementing financial management systems. CPA strongly desired.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
An entrepreneurial spirit and a self-motivated, whatever-it-takes attitude.
Strong organizational skills and ability to meet multiple established deadlines.
High level of integrity, loyalty and confidentiality.

Director of Development, Easter Seals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut

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Allen S. Gouse
Executive Director
Easter Seals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut
100 Deerfield Road
Windsor, CT 06095
Email: agouse@escrec.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

As Chief Development Officer, you will direct and lead efforts to advance philanthropy, community understanding, and goodwill for the programs and priorities of Easter Seals. Key responsibilities will include (1) planning, execution, and supervision of a comprehensive development program, including annual giving, corporate sponsorship, major gifts, and special events; and (2) managing a team of two development professionals and an active base of development volunteers.

Essential functions include:

Establish and implement an annual development plan and budget, identifying and defining need for support and monitoring program toward achievement of goals.
Manage all gift identification, cultivation, solicitation and fundraising efforts including but not limited to annual appeals, corporate support, major and planned giving, endowed giving, special events, and in-kind support.
Maintain an accurate and complete donor, prospect and constituent database to include individuals, corporations, organizations and foundations.
Manage grant research and writing process.
Create and execute marketing and communication programs for key constituencies, including donors, prospective donors, referral sources, the media, and the community in general.
Serve as a key member of the company's leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will bring:

Extensive experience in major gifts, corporate development, and special events.
The persistence, flexibility, and proven ability to directly solicit and close gifts in excess of $10,000.
Strong track record in foundation, public, and corporate grant support, with personal experience in grant writing.
The style and presence to engage and motivate corporate, civic, and community leaders as donors and volunteers. A strong network within Greater Hartford region will be a major plus.
Success in managing staff and volunteers who drive revenues through special events and corporate sponsorships.
Solid strategic thinking and long range planning.
A compelling sense of leadership, energy, and positive outlook.

For consideration, please submit both a resume and a cover letter to agouse@escrec.org. In order to be considered, your cover letter must include both detail on your experience with major gift cultivation/solicitation and your salary requirements.

Center Director, Easter Seals Greater Washington Baltimore Region (Washington, DC)

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Easter Seals of Greater Washington
1420 Spring St.
Baltimore, MD 20910
Email: hr@eseal.org

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director will oversee all daily center operations including business services, funding sources and public relations. The Center director will collaborate with the Assistant Director to ensure the successful operation of the DC-CDC. The Director will work with staff to integrate developmentally appropriate curriculum and inclusion programs and will provide parent training and ongoing staff development that supports a birth 5 years inclusive learning model. The Director will serve as the parent/guardian advocate for family services and support. This individual will work with the HCT Clinical Services staff to ensure appropriate integration of the IFSP. The Director will oversee compliance with the Pre-Kindergarten Incentive Program and supervise the Pre-K staff. The Director is responsible for managing all aspects of the center including staff supervision, contract management supervision, financial oversight, recruitment/registration, community relations and general marketing.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, maintain and manage a balanced budget relative to staffing, enrollment and revenue.
Ensure fiscal soundness and program accountability, including the supervision of all financial processes.
Ensure the Center program activities reflect best practices and provide inclusive and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Ensure ongoing professional development of staff. Mentor and coach.
Maintain and oversee compliance with all licensing and contract requirements.
Oversee individuals providing all health services and records.
Develop and maintain community, grant and contract relationships.
Foster an atmosphere of positive communication and partnership with parents/guardians. Arrange and conduct all parent meetings.
Provide direct supervision of teaching staff and partner with the Assistant Director to conduct performance appraisals.
Conduct training workshops for teaching staff and parents/guardians.
Conduct ongoing marketing and recruitment to ensure center meets or exceeds budgeted enrollment and staffing.
Maintain a creative, team building approach to job performance and seek to bring a constructive, problem solving orientation to all tasks.
Exercise professional judgment and discretion at all times in keeping with job responsibilities and the welfare of the children served.
Ability to work well with a diverse staff and to excel in a diverse environment.
Plan appropriate activities on site and off site too include field trips, assist with vendors coming in to provide events.
Maintain all NAEYC standards and implement any new NAEYC requirements.
Supervision of the Administrative Assistant and her duties.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Implement evaluation procedures for staff in accordance with established procedures.
Be involved in the hiring, supervising, training and terminating staff, in accordance with Easter Seals, OSHA, FLSA and other applicable labor requirements.
Provide direct support to families to ensure ongoing quality service.
Provide support to professional staff in development and supervision.
Ensure staff maintain required certification and documentation to meet state and local licensing requirements for employment.
Oversee administration of direct services to clients enrolled in Center programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

BA degree in Early Childhood Education or related field from an accredited college or university is required.
Masters degree in Special Education, Human Development, Infancy/Early Childhood or related field is preferred.
Minimum of 3 years experience supervising programs that provide comprehensive coordinated services to young children and their families.

BCaBA - Behavior Analyst, Easter Seals Florida

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To apply for this position, please complete the online application at:
http://fleasterseals.iapplicants.com/ViewJob-358845.html

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Exciting opportunity! Easter Seals Florida, a premier provider of services for individuals with disabilities and special needs, seeks a positive, energetic, and motivated Behavior Analyst to provide behavioral services to school-aged children with autism/developmental disabilities in Southwest Florida.

The school-based behavior analyst (BA) will work between two schools for children with autism/developmental disabilities in Naples and Fort Myers. The BA will conduct and write functional behavior assessments and behavior reduction/skill acquisition plans. The BA will also manage problem behaviors as they occur, utilizing crisis intervention as needed; train and work with school staff; and interact with parents and caregivers. This is a great opportunity to work with children and families and make a significant difference in their learning and lives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualified candidate should have a minimum of:

Bachelors degree in Human Services related field
Board Certified Associate Behavior Analysis certification (BCaBA)
Prior experience working with children with autism and/or developmental disabilities preferred
Prior experience working with significant behaviors (including aggression) preferred
Prior experience working within an educational setting preferred

BCBA - Director of Behavioral Services, Easter Seals Florida

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http://fleasterseals.iapplicants.com/ViewJob-356075.html

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Exciting opportunity! Easter Seals Florida, a premier provider of services for individuals with disabilities and special needs, is seeking a positive and experienced leader to oversee behavioral services for programs that serve individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in Southwest Florida.

This is a supervisory position responsible for developing, monitoring and overseeing all ABA services across four programs (intensive residential group home, day training, and educational services. The Behavior Analyst will be responsible for providing direct service to group home and day training clients; clinical supervision of school and outpatient behavior analysts; training; regulatory compliance; and being an essential member of the program's leadership team.

Easter Seals Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualified candidate should have a minimum of:

Masters degree in Human Services related field
Board Certified Behavior Analysis certification (BCBA)
Minimum of three years proven experience and proficiency in ABA
Minimum of two years supervisory experience

CFO, Easter Seals South Florida

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Easter Seals South Florida
1475 NW 14th Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
Email: msloshay@sfl.easterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Management Responsibilities:

Oversee all financial functions including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow and annual audit.
Support CEO in evaluating and establishing Agency financial strategies including:

Evaluate and advise on the financial impact of current business models (break-even, profitability analysis, trending, etc)
Analyze future business opportunities (business planning, cost modeling, etc...)
Monitor investment portfolio strategy

Oversee preparation and ensure timely and accurate release of financial information and reports including:

Monthly Financial Statements
Actual versus budget reporting
Cash position and cash flow projections
Outstanding A/R reports and collection issues
Allocation of grant expenditures

Develop and ensure compliance with internal processes related to all aspects of Agency financial operations (i.e. accounts payable/receivable, billing, payroll).
Report on the financial health and status of Agency to the CEO and Leadership team.
Complete all Agency related fiscal budgets and reports (ie.grant monitoring and reporting, pension plan, plan investments, IRS, administrative).
Ensure Agency is sufficiently prepared for successful audits:

Oversee preparation of all year-end audit schedules
Facilitate all communication with external auditors and respond to inquiries as required
Prepare year-end financial statements and management's responses to audit reports as

Leadership and Management Responsibilities:

Provide support and assistance to the agency in all aspects of fiscal administration including:

Collaborate with Program Directors to develop and monitor their respective department financial performance and address significant variances in revenue and expenses
Lead finance team; hire, train and retain competent staff.

Establish and oversee accounting procedures and internal controls for team to ensure:

Compliance with all applicable accounting standards and Federal, State and Local reporting requirements
Confidentiality and safeguarding of all financial information

Maintain professional partnerships with internal and external partners (i.e. Board, financial institutions, auditors, vendors, contractors, Easter Seals HQ and outside Agencies).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance, with 10 years of job related experience; a minimum of 5 years in senior management.
CPA, preferred.
Working knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures, fund accounting and fiscal management. Demonstrated ability to comprehend and apply Generally Accepted Accounting.
Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines.
Adheres to the highest set of core values and beliefs in line with mission.
Must possess strong business acumen with the ability to analyze and strategize.
Excellent leadership skills. Good communicator written and verbally. Ability to communicate well with diverse populations.
Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines, accurately.
Customer service-oriented, strong organization, time management, attention to detail and follow up skills.
Strong computer skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and accounting software.

Director of Marketing & Special Events - Easter Seals South Florida

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Easter Seals South Florida
1475 NW 14th Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
Email: msloshay@sfl.easterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee marketing functions for ESSF including planning and implementing the successful execution of special events, public relations, stewardship, and website.

Special Events:

Plan and implement all fund-raising events in coordination with the development department, event committees, corporate sponsors and volunteer leadership.
Responsible for all aspects of event production including budget, timeline, logistics, coordination of printed materials, managing staff/volunteers and all other aspects to create a successful event.
Plan and implement cultivation and non-revenue events.
Solicit auction, sponsorship, in-kind giving and underwriting for all events.
Work with development team members to identify and cultivate individual donors participating in events with the anticipated goal of converting to annual donors or major donors.
Monitor data entry, acknowledgement policies and stewardship appropriate for constituents falling under special events.
Maintain a positive professional relationship with volunteers, program staff and board members.

Marketing:

Communicate ESSF's vision, mission and values to the public. Written and/or verbal communication channels, on a regular basis.
Work with the media to gain recognition, publicity (i.e. press releases) and increase awareness as appropriate.
Participate and represent ESSF in community events, business meetings, corporate activities, etc. in an effort to build reputation and strengthen support.
Cultivate, nurture and grow individual and corporate relationships; as well as developing new relationships in an effort to raise money and gain support for ESSF.
Supervise and ensure the proper management and information on the website.
Ensure timely and accurate reports, other communication and correspondence for the President/CEO on a regular basis.

Stewardship:

Supervise implementation of a comprehensive plan that will provide an appropriate level of stewardship for all donors including a calendar and a baseline of stewardship reports.
Help ensure that all gift dollars are properly recorded by maintaining accurate records, tracking expenditures as they pertain to gift agreements, alerting supervisor, CFO and CEO of discrepancies.
Communicate meaningful messages via print, electronic, and face to face venue to restricted and unrestricted donors regarding specific mission impact of their gifts.
Support major gift strategy development for previous and current donors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in related field, preferred Minimum of 5 years experience in special events and fundraising
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend events
Computer & internet savvy: word-processing, excel, graphic design, and research engines
Excellent written & verbal communication skills emphasizing the ability to listen & hear others
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
An articulated belief in Easter Seals mission Integrity
A sense of humor
Self-motivated
Dependable

Chief Financial Officer - Easter Seals North Georgia, Inc.

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Donna Davidson
Easter Seals North Georgia
1200 Lake Hearn Drive, Suite 250
Atlanta, GA 30319
Email: ddavidson@esng.easterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Finance:
- Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed.
- Oversee cash, investment, and asset management.
- Oversee financing strategies and activities, as well as banking relationships.
- Develop and utilize forward-looking, predictive models and activity-based financial analyses to provide insight into the organization's operations and business plans.
Planning, Policy, and Investor Relations:
- Coordinate the development and monitoring of budgets.
- Develop financial business plans and forecasts.
- Participate in corporate policy development as a member of the senior management team.
- Engage the finance committee of the Board of Directors and the Policy Council to develop short, medium, and long-term financial plans and projections.
- Represent the company to financial partners, including financial institutions, investors, foundation executives, auditors, public officials, etc.
- Remain up to date on nonprofit audit best practices and state and federal law regarding nonprofit operations.
Accounting and Administration:
- Oversee the accounting department to ensure proper maintenance of all accounting systems and function; supervise finance and accounting staff.
- Ensure maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures.
- Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial and management reporting for federal and state funders, foundations, and Easter Seals' Board of Directors and Policy Council; oversee the preparation and communication of monthly and annual financial statements.
- Coordinate audits and proper filing of tax returns.
- Ensure legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions.
Management and Human Resources:
- Training/Orientation
- Arrange and provide training and orientation on accounting policies and procedures to management personnel.
- Performance Management
- Conduct staff conferences
- Participate in staff selection interviews and make hiring recommendations.
- Conduct staff performance evaluations and provide ongoing performance based feedback to accounting staff.
- Take disciplinary action as necessary.
- Establish, maintain and administer cost accounting systems and procedures to accurately track cost and monitor productivity in all profit centers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum of a BS; a CPA and/or MBA preferred.
7-10 years of broad finance experience, ideally beginning in audit followed by experience gathering and evaluating financial information and making actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
At least 3 years of experience as CFO or equivalent, preferably in a nonprofit organization with a budget of at least $10 million.
Experience in a senior financial management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
Significant experience in or knowledge of nonprofit accounting, including sophisticated fund and grant accounting, compliance and reporting.

Early Intervention Program Manager (Hilo) - Easter Seals Hawaii

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Easter Seals Hawaii
Attn: Human Resources Manager
710 Green St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
Email: apply@eastersealshawaii.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible for coordinating all components of a developmental, educational, and therapeutic program for children from birth to three years of age, with special needs and their families.

Directly responsible for daily operations of the program, including supervising personnel, coordination of direct services, program planning, and implementation of policies and procedures under the direct supervision of the Director of Early Intervention.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires four years of progressive experience working with persons with disabilities. Preferably in the field of early intervention, in which at least three years is managerial/supervisory experience.

A Bachelors or Masters Degree in education, special education, or health related field. Candidates should have current first aid and CPR certification.

Special Educator (Kailua, Honolulu) - Easter Seals Hawaii

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Easter Seals Hawaii
Attn: Human Resources Manager
710 Green St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
Email: apply@eastersealshawaii.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Special Educator is responsible for the planning and implementation of educational developmentally appropriate services for infants/toddlers with special needs in a trans disciplinary model of service delivery. The Special Educator will be required to do home visits and visits to other ommunity program sites.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Master's degree in Special Education
Experience working with infants and toddlers

Billing Coordinator - Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region

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Gina Coulter
Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
830 S. Addison Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
Email: gcoulter@eastersealsdfvr.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee and ensure accuracy and timeliness of claims processing, which includes claim exception review, re-billing new insurance, electronic claims processing, paper claims processing secondary claims processing, school billing, child care billing, other billing and patient statement processing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

One to two years experience with patient and third-party billing and collections.
Ability to work well with people; friendly, outgoing personality.
Raintree Billing System experience is a plus.

Bilingual Social Worker, Part-Time - Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region

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Gina Coulter
Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
830 S. Addison Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
Email: gcoulter@eastersealsdfvr.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide direct social work services to parents, siblings and clients where indicated.
Provide individual counseling to parents, siblings and enrolled clients.
Provide group work to parents, siblings and enrolled clients.
When appropriate, attend staff interdisciplinary conferences and other meetings related to enrolled clients.
Provide information and referral services as well as service coordination when indicated.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters Degree from accredited School of Social Work or in Counseling/Psychology.
LCSW, State of Illinois or eligible.
3 - 5 years of experience preferred.
Maintain current CPR certificate.
Bilingual

Billing Manager - Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region

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Gina Coulter
Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
830 S. Addison Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181
Email: gcoulter@eastersealsdfvr.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Services:

Oversee and ensure accuracy and timeliness of claims processing, which includes claim exception review, re-billing new insurance, electronic claims processing, paper claims processing secondary claims processing, school billing, child care billing, other billing and patient statement processing.
Oversee and ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing, which includes lock box processing, electronic payment posting, miscellaneous deposits, cash reconciliation, and month-end reconciliation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

One to two years of supervisory experience
Minimum of an Associate Degree in a related field preferred.
Health care industry experience including knowledge of Electronic Billing, 3rd party billing, collections, accounts management preferred.
Strong information management and analytical skills required including data base management and spreadsheet skills.
Demonstrated Communication, Managerial and Problem-Solving Skills.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Easter Seals Peoria/Bloomington

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Human Resoruces
Easter Seals Peoria/Bloomington
507 E. Armstrong Ave.
Peoria, IL 61603
Email: esary@ci.easterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Easter Seals has an opportunity for a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst responsible for development, implementation and supervision of behavioral programs for children with autism or related disabilities. The Behavior Analyst is a member of the Developmental and Autism Services team in both Bloomington & Peoria. Benefits include excellent health, dental, vision and life insurance coverage as well as generous vacation/sick allowances and a company-matched 401K plan.

Easter Seals is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Easter Seals will not discriminate in regards to race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability status, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master degree or higher from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in behavior analysis or closely related field, along with completion of coursework aimed at fulfilling requirements for the BACB examination required.
Certification and maintenance of Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and a minimum of two years proven successful experience in implementing, designing and overseeing behavior analysis services for individuals with autism as well as current, full membership in the Association for Behavior Analysis preferred.

Supervision hours related to BCBA requirements are available.

Child Development Center Director, Easter Seals of LaSalle & Bureau Counties

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Susan Bursztynsky
1013 Adams Street
Ottawa, IL 61350
Email: sbursztynsky@il-lb.easterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the oversight of child development center and preschool and serving as part of the management team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications include

DCFS child care center director qualified;
experience working with children with special needs;
ability to work positively with children, staff, parents, and agency management team;
ability to provide an environment in which children, families, and staff feel comfortable, relaxed, able to take risks, happy, and involved.

Clinical Services Support Professional, part-time, Easter Seals Dupage and the Fox Valley Region

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Gina Coulter
799 S. McLean Blvd
Suite 100
Elgin, IL 60123
Email: gcoulter@eastersealsdfvr.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reschedules clients due to therapists' vacations/continuing education. client cancellation list and reschedules clients as appropriate.
Assists with rescheduling clients following missed appointments.
Maintains and updates therapy schedules in Electronic Scheduling System.
Adds new client records, demographics, medical histories, authorizations, prescriptions, and schedules as assigned by Admissions Coordinator.
Completes interdisciplinary staffing schedules and correspondence for Elgin Therapy Clients.
Generates quarterly report regarding patient attendance and as directed by Elgin Clinical Coordinator, generates correspondence to families regarding attendance issues.
Provides back up to Elgin Office Coordinator position during absences.
Participates in other activities that support department and Center projects and goals as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma required. College Degree or experience in healthcare-related field preferred.
Bilingual, English/Spanish (read/write/speak), preferred.
Minimum of two years of office/reception experience, preferred.
High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to expedite entry process and client's access to services.
Computer proficiency.
Strong interpersonal skills; excellent communication skills.
A basic understanding of physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy, along with some medical knowledge, desirable.

Director of Assistive Technology, Nutrition and Speech and Language Therapy Services - Easter Seals Dupage and the Fox Valley Region

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Gina Coulter
830 S. Addison Avenue
Villa Park IL 60181
Email: gcoulter@eastersealsdfvr.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Director of Assistive Technology, Speech & Language and Nutrition Departments is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing and overseeing the Assistive Technology, Speech & Language and Nutrition Programs for the benefit of persons with disabilities and their families, which is consistent with the objectives, policies and philosophy of the Center. At the same time, the individual serves as a member of the Administrative team, participating in decision-making affecting the overall operation and future of the Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in the area of Communicative Disorders from an accredited college or university.
Must be licensed and certified as appropriate to profession, having competency in Speech and Language Pathology with a pediatric focus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in management and supervision of a speech and language program.
Must demonstrate excellence in communication and leadership skills.
Must maintain professional relationships with staff, volunteers, Board Members, parents of clients and clients.
Must maintain current CPR certification.

Grant Accountant - Easter Seals, Inc.

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Easter Seals, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60606
Email: employment@easterseals.com

Job Title: Grant Accountant

Department: Finance, Federal Grants Departments

Reports To: Controller FLSA

Status: Exempt Prepared

Date: April 15, 2013

Location: Easter Seals Headquarters, Chicago, IL

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

SUMMARY:

Serves a key role in the financial and accounting activities of federal grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts , particularly in the areas of expense oversight, reimbursement requests, account reconciliations, budgeting and forecasting, procurement, contract management, and financial reporting. Responsible for assessing compliance and providing solutions for any found weaknesses. Assists Grant Manager and Grant Analyst in planning, evaluating, reporting, and problem solving regarding business operations including development of the annual budget, monthly projections, budget revisions, and grant administration. In addition, this position manages contract data and files for all Easter Seals departments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in managing and maintaining financial tracking system for grants according to OMB Circulars and specific federal agency regulations in close coordination with Grant Analyst and Grant Manager.
Utilizes all financial analysis tools including income statements, projections, grant forecasts, grant balances by category, and trend analyses.
Reviews grant expenses for compliance with federal regulations, coding, and budget constraints.
Trains the grant program staff on proper expense coding and compliance requirements per OMB Circular A-122 regulations. Conducts periodic reviews and makes corrections as necessary.
Trains and advises staff on procedures such as travel, procurement, purchasing, and other grant requirements.
Maintains and oversees contract administration process by monitoring procurement procedures that comply with OMB A-110 and other federal requirements. Ensures that staff uses correct templates and follows policies.
Assists with development of contracts and agreements with sub recipients and subcontractors including tracking signatures and ensuring contracts are processed in a timely manner.
Assists with calculating the monthly revenue for grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts and prepares the journal entry by close of each fiscal period. Prepares and submits the monthly federal reimbursement request forms with appropriate supporting documentation by three days after the close. Reviews and manages any delinquent payments and reconciles the general ledger by the end of each month.
Assists the Grant Manager with weekly processing of cash requests, reconciliation of monthly subrecipient reports, and other administrative tasks.
Trains and coordinates with the grants program staff on grant travel requests and purchasing card usage for compliance with internal policies.
Reviews purchasing card entries to ensure accuracy, compliance, and completeness within five days after each submission.
Serves as point of contact for staff and vendors on payment related issues. Responds to inquiries by 24 hours when possible.
Evaluates compliance under OMB Circular A-122, A-110, and specific federal agency regulations as noted and referred to in the grant agreements. Formulates solutions for any weaknesses identified in the form of processes and controls.
Monitors subrecipient requests and records for compliance with federal regulations
Stays abreast of regulation and reporting changes and responds timely with solutions to meet new requirements.
Participates and assists Grant Manager and Grant Analyst with the development of the annual budget, forecasts, and projections.
Supports the annual audit and single audit with information and documents as needed.
Enthusiastically supports and works with team members by conducting business ethically and with integrity; demonstrates respect for fellow colleagues; shows dedication to improving quality and is committed to customer service.
Understands and endorses Easter Seals' mission and values.
Contributes to an organizational culture of innovation and exemplary performance
Maintains the Easter Seals Inc. contract files.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carryout each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge of business principles, such as purchasing, finance, accounting, and acquisition
Demonstrated strong analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to think logically and analyze facts
Excellent communication and writing skills
Ability to give and receive directions and respond to questions in a clear and succinct manner
Ability to utilize independent judgment, make decisions and set priorities with minimal supervision
Commitment to accuracy along with high attention to detail
Ability and understanding to deal with confidential matters in a mature and responsible manner
Ability to deal with multiple activities simultaneously and meet deadlines
Effective interpersonal skills including collaborative thinking and problem solving
Strong leadership skills in working with peers and guiding staff
Team player willing and able to collaborate in group efforts
Ability to travel

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or related fields
Proficiency using recent versions Microsoft Word and excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Knowledge and experience in financial management preferred
Knowledge and experience in government grant compliance preferred
Experience using recent versions of Dynamics Great Plains software preferred

Planned Gift Officer - Easter Seals, Inc.

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Easter Seals, Inc.
233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60606
Email: employment@easterseals.com

Job Title: Planned Gift Officer

Department: Development Services

Reports To: Assistant Vice President, Planned Giving

FLSA Status: Exempt

Prepared Date: 7-3-12

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

SUMMARY:

A donor- and Affiliate-facing role responsible for increasing planned gift commitments to Easter Seals through personal interactions by telephone, mail and in-person stewardship and cultivation of direct mail donors and prospects, and other prospects made available within the Easter Seals constituency. A significant portion of the role will include outreach and phone consultation with Affiliates to optimize their participation in the planned giving program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

In accordance with a strategic plan and established goals, contacts donors by telephone and mail with the sole purpose of cultivating philanthropic support to Easter Seals through outright and deferred planned gifts.
Maintains an active portfolio of 500 donors and prospects who will be at varying levels of interest in and commitment to planned gifts. Such cultivation/stewardship will include a minimum of three contacts per year to these donors, comprised of broad "mass" stewardship, personal phone calls, handwritten notes and personal visits.
Responds to inquiries and planned giving-related responses driven by the national direct mail program, as assigned by gift type or territory.
Ensures annual goals are met, which will include a minimum of 50 in-person visits with committed planned gift donors and/or qualified prospects, some of which will occur through collaborative efforts with Easter Seals Affiliates.
Ensures the adoption and use by 100% of Affiliates of tools for reporting bequest expectancies as well as tools for retrieving useful data about planned gift donors and prospects.
Collaborates with local Affiliates to ensure the most seamless and effective approach will be used with every donor and prospect. This may include coordination of special arrangements with certain Affiliates who have the capacity and make the commitment to cultivate and steward all prospects and committed planned gift donors from the direct marketing database.
Manages Legacy Society recognition for Easter Seals donors in territories as assigned, both at national and local levels.
Documents and reports on every donor interaction utilizing Easter Seals' donor management database.
Contributes to an organizational culture of innovation and exemplary performance.
Enthusiastically supports every team member by conducting business ethically and with integrity; demonstrates respect for fellow colleagues; shows dedication to improving quality and is committed to customer service.
Understands and endorses the mission and values of Easter Seals.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Warm, friendly personality and outstanding, proven donor service skills in person and over the phone
Strong telephone skills Able to quickly establish a trusting relationship by phone
Must enjoy working with seniors & retirees
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and set priorities and objectives with minimal supervision
Ability to utilize independent judgment and good decision-making skills
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to effectively manage staff and vendor relationships
Must be accurate, flexible, and well organized Must be able to handle confidential matters in a mature and responsible manner
Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
Excellent writing skills
Computer proficient including spreadsheet, presentation, word processing and PG Calc or other gift illustration software
Ability to travel and work beyond normal work week when required

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of post secondary education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of planned gift development experience in direct donor contact roles, or equivalent experience.
Must enjoy working with older people and have demonstrated an ability to relate well to individuals over 75 years old.
Experience presenting to groups, including staff, donors and prospects, on gift planning and related financial topics.
Proven track record of effectiveness at developing planned gift commitments on a donor-by-donor basis.
Prior education and training in planned giving to include a working knowledge of bequests, gift annuities, charitable trusts, life insurance gifts, and other gifts to support discussions with donors and prospects.

Public Relations and Marketing Manager - Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region

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Gina Coulter
Human Resource Manager
Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
830 S. Addison Avenue,
Villa Park, IL 60181
Email: gcoulter@eastersealsdfvr.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

In collaboration with the VP of Development, develop and implement a marketing and public relations strategy and plan that focuses on the programmatic and philanthropic goals of the organization. Develop and implement marketing/pr plans for all events, outreach programs, family support events, and all other public relations efforts.
Develop and guide Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region (ESDFVR) branding standards and marketing policies and procedures. Manage brand identity and marketing/public relations initiatives throughout internal cross functional teams.
Responsible for developing an integrated vision for ESDFVR's website, social media, and online fundraising campaigns. Guide and work alongside Development and Donors Relations Assistant, interns and volunteers to manage content.
Work as a part of a team to secure goodwill and funding for ESDFVR.
In collaboration with the VP of Development and the VP of Clinical Services, strategize and support ESDFVR's physician marketing efforts .
Build solid relationships with local and regional media. Work with media in seeking publicity or responding to interest in ESDFVR to promote services, events and other projects or programs. Generate press releases and other information to further the interests of Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley Region
Manage and serve as key liaison for Board of Directors Marketing Task Force when activated.
Build collaborative relationships within the disability, civic, corporate and philanthropic communities to advance service delivery, organizational growth, and increase funding--both earned revenue and public support.
Design, write, edit and manage outsourced vendors to complete newsletters, brochures, annual reports, invitations, campaign collateral materials, and advertising.

QUALIFICATIONS:

5 years plus experience in public relations and/or marketing.
Demonstrated success in working with the media.
Proficient use of Quark, Publisher, Microsoft Office, Microsoft XP, Photoshop
Previous project management experience required.
Fluent in the English language and ability to speak Spanish preferred.
Must have excellent writing abilities in addition to be comfortable dealing with a variety of groups.
Comfortable with public speaking and speaking to groups of 100 or more.
Knowledge of the philanthropic community and influences.

Walk With Me Event Coordinator, Illinois - Easter Seals, Inc.

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Easter Seals, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60606
Email: employment@easterseals.com

Job Title: Walk With Me Event Coordinator

Department: Marketing & Corporate Relations Reports to: Assistant Vice President, Marketing & Corporate Relations FSLA Status: Exempt, Full-Time

Prepared: March 2013

Location: Easter Seals Headquarters, Chicago

An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

SUMMARY:

Support all aspects of Easter Seals Walk With Me (WWM) program to enhance experience for Easter Seals affiliates, participants, clients, volunteers, corporations, individuals and media through a comprehensive affiliate training program focused on participant and sponsor acquisition, retention, community engagement, fundraising, stewardship, event logistics, communication, media and data management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

Maintains basic understanding of WWM onboarding process, training documents and resources to reach out weekly to affiliates with basic direction, training and examples around offline recruitment, retention, sponsors, reporting and collateral.
Generates individual affiliate retention reports using team-raiser data to analyze market growth and benchmark against peer groups and industry data.
Develops local corporate prospecting resources including giving database and recruitment best practice documents through review of affiliate post-reports, affiliate interviews and research.
Collaborates with affiliates to collect and reconcile online and offline WWM revenue, participant, media and other event data in multiple formats for analysis and presentation; move affiliates to virtual reporting system in 2013.
Communicates with affiliates to maintain real-time WWM contact lists, event rosters and global address lists in multiple formats for Easter Seals headquarters staff and sponsor use.
Investigates, resolves and responds to WWM inquiries from constituents, donors, affiliates and HQ staff.
Supports internal and external multi-channel WWM communication, media and tracking efforts including content promotion and maintenance of sponsorship valuation reports.
Maintains and updates WWM sponsor materials, recordings, video, training materials, logos, photos, graphics, collateral, web pages, media materials on shared drive and internal website.
Collaborates with affiliates to secure event photos, client stories, releases and other content for WWM web pages, newsletters, sponsor materials and other communications.
Develops WWM guide, training tools, templates, presentations and other materials as needed for affiliate onboarding, on-demand training, new market recruitment and meeting content.
Supports WWM academy calls presentations, scheduling and follow up.
Supports planning efforts for WWM affiliate and HQ meetings including presentations, venue and event details, agenda, scheduling, minutes, supporting materials, presentations, and event series status updates.
Identifies trends in WWM post-event consumer surveys for analysis, presentation and distribution to affiliates.
Builds and maintains competitive library related to walk/run/ride industry around event performance, benchmarking, corporate partnerships, and other information needed to position Walk With Me as a leader in the non-profit event market.
Supports fulfillment for any national or sponsor incentives
Assists with Marketing & Corporate Relations projects as needed
Understands and endorses Easter Seals mission and values
Enthusiastically supports and works with team members by conducting business ethically and with integrity; demonstrates respect for fellow colleagues; shows dedication to improving quality and is committed to customer service
Contributes to an organizational culture of innovation and exemplary performance
Performs other duties as assigned or requested

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Strong analytical and project management skills
Ability to work independently in self-directed capacity and within a team environment
Ability to meet deadlines and respond to changing circumstances and priorities
Ability to utilize independent judgment and good decision making skills
Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
Computer proficient, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Publisher, Outlook)
Basic knowledge of HTML and/or Convio tools and Vocus a plus
Possess excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Excellent writing and communications skills
Ability to travel on occasion

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of 3 years' experience in national or local event management, non-profit development and volunteer management
Traditional/social media and marketing experience required
Experience with training, customer service or field staff relations engaging a variety of stakeholders a plus

Early Intervention Developmental Therapist, Indiana - Easter Seals Crossroads

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To apply for the open position please follow this link:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=4499401

4740 Kingsway Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Email: adanner@eastersealscrossroads.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Crossroads is searching for an enthusiastic developmental therapist to join our team as an independent contractor in delivering early intervention services. Easter Seals Crossroads has a long history of meeting the needs of children and their families. We offer professional development opportunities, flexible schedules and a competitive compensation package.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Indiana license required.
Therapists with current credentials as an Indiana First Steps provider are desired.

Early Intervention Therapists, Indiana - Easter Seals Crossroads

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Easter Seals Crossroads
Attn: Angie Danner
4740 Kingsway Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Email: adanner@eastersealscrossroads.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Crossroads is searching for enthusiastic occupational, physical, developmental and speech-language therapists to join our team as independent contractors in delivering early intervention services. Easter Seals Crossroads has a long history of meeting the needs of children and their families. We offer professional development opportunities, flexible schedules and a competitive compensation package.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Indiana license required.
Therapists with current credentials as an Indiana First Steps provider are desired.

Speech Language Pathologist, Indiana - Easter Seals Crossroads

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Easter Seals Crossroads
Attn: Human Resources
4740 Kingsway Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Email: adanner@eastersealscrossroads.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Easter Seals Crossroads is searching for compassionate Speech Language Pathologists to join our team in providing services to children birth to three through the Indiana First Steps Program.

Easter Seals Crossroads has a proven track record of serving children and families for over 75 years! Join us in providing the highest quality of care through the organization that has an unfailing commitment to those we serve.

You benefit from:

Immediate Caseloads for enrolled First Steps Providers!
The flexibility to create your own schedule.
No caseload requirements you are in control!

Working full time but want to pick up some extra hours? Call us!

Opportunities for professional training and ongoing career development.

Front office support to provide you assistance with building and managing your caseload.

High reimbursement rates! Providers paid every two weeks!

New Graduate? New to First Steps? No Problem!

We will assist you in the enrollment process and pay you while you are being trained and building a caseload!
CFY supervision which will help you reach your goal of demonstrating your clinical competency and securing your credentials.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters Degree from an accredited program.

Wheelchair Van Driver and Rehab Tech Assistant, Part Time (20-25 hours per week) - Easter Seals Southwestern Indiana

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Jennifer Phelps
Group Home Staffing Resources Coordinator
Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center
3701 Bellemeade Avenue
Evansville, IN 47714
Email: jphelps@evansvillerehab.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transport group home clients with physical and intellectual disabilities to day program, home, school or appointments, morning and afternoon.
Organize and prepare parts for wheelchair assembly, make deliveries and assist with incoming materials.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Indiana PPC or CDL licensed driver preferred.
High school diploma or GED required and must pass an INDOT physical, company health/physical strength screening and drug test. EOE.

CM Case Manager (Monroe, LA), Easter Seals Louisiana

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Yvette Henry, Director of HR
1010 Common St. Suite 2000
New Orleans, LA 70112
Email: hr@laeasterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interested applicants will be responsible for:

Completion of weekly face-to face visits, generating required units, if applicable, observation and monitoring, and multiple contacts as needed;
conducting and completing initial, quarterly, Individual Service Plans (ISP's);
responding to client changes in needs, completing/submitting appropriate paperwork;
researching, accessing and linking services;
communicating and working with providers to insure appropriate service provision;
maintaining all responsibilities and requirements in regards to critical incidents reports;
meeting with supervisor for weekly supervision, consultation, and consumer needs;
attending and participating in weekly staff meetings;
and attending and participating in required training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

All qualified and interested applicants:

MUST have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Service or Human Services related field and 1-3 years of mental health experience.
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel during the day to outlying parishes as required.
Must be able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software (i.e. Word, Excel), Adobe, etc.
Must be a team-player.

Salary: DOE

Easter Seals Louisiana, Inc. provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes group medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other ancillary benefits. Easter Seals Louisiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mental Health Case Manager Supervisor, Easter Seals Louisiana

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Yvette Henry, Director of HR
1010 Common St. Suite 2000
New Orleans, LA 70112
Email: hr@laeasterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interested applicants will be responsible for:

Providing comprehensive mental health case management services to adults, clinical direction and review of case managers' records monthly for completeness and compliance with contract requirements;
assess client service provision in terms of performance criteria that reflect sound, achievable case management practice;
make initial contact for new referrals and provide ongoing monitoring, review, and assessment of case managers delivery of services;
coordinate;
review individual ISP plans for completion, and complete assessments of new clients.

QUALIFICATIONS:

All qualified and interested applicants:

MUST have a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related human services field.
Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LPC or LCSW) highly preferred.
A minimum of two (2) years Mental Health experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed with a serious and persistent illness;
Applicants must have excellent verbal and written communication skills be detail oriented and able to follow instructions with minimal supervision;
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel), Adobe and highly computer literate
Must have reliable transportation and willing to travel in the outlying parishes as required
Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines;

Nurse Consultant (part-time), Easter Seals Louisiana

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Yvette Henry, Director of HR
1010 Common St. Suite 2000
New Orleans, LA 70112
Email: hr@laeasterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Easter Seals Louisiana, a non-profit community social services agency is seeking a part-time Nurse Consultant to work four (4) hours per week in its Thibodaux, LA office location. The Nurse Consultant will provide on-site consultation and assessments on health and safety related issues; plan and conduct staff training; assist with obtaining and/or transcribing medical documents, provide oversight and review of CPOC service planning for consumers that have complex and high-risk medical/social needs to ensure CPOC contains services that will ensure the consumer's health, safety and welfare.

QUALIFICATIONS:

All qualified and interested applicants must be a Louisiana registered nurse with one (1) year of paid experience as a licensed registered nurse in a public health or human services field providing direct recipient services or case management.

Easter Seals Louisiana, Inc. provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes group medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other ancillary benefits. Easter Seals Louisiana is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.

SUPPORT COORDINATORS (Covington), Easter Seals Louisiana

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Yvette Henry, Director of HR
1010 Common St. Suite 2000
New Orleans, LA 70112
Email: hr@laeasterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interested applicants will be responsible for:

Completion of daily/weekly/monthly in-home visits as needed;
Coordinate services for clients;
Planning, scheduling, coordinating assessments and plans of care;
Responding to client changes in needs, completing/submitting approved paperwork,
Researching, accessing and linking services,
Communicating and working with providers to insure appropriate service provision (includes service provider(s), teacher(s), psychologists, etc.;
Attending/participating in weekly supervision and staff meetings;
Participating in required training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Human Services/Social Services related field. A Bachelor's Degree is a requirement for these positions.

Applicants must have reliable transportation and willingness to travel to outlying parishes, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent organizational skills, the ability multi-task, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software (i.e. Word and Excel).

Director of Neurobehavioral Services, Easter Seals NH

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Nancy Skar, Staff Recruiter
Easter Seals NH
555 Auburn Street
Manchester, NH 03103
Email: nskar@eastersealsnh.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Easter Seals currently has an opening for a Director of Neurobehavioral Services for our Neurobehavioral Residential/Educational Treatment located in Manchester NH.

Easter Seals Neurobehavioral Residential/Educational Treatment is designed for males and females from ages eight to 21 with pervasive developmental disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and other neurological disorders. The goal of this program is to provide a structured and therapeutic environment that is tailored to each individual's needs. Options for 24-hour care and day treatment are both available.

In this role you will be responsible for the clinical and administrative oversight of three residential units and one school for youth with neurobehavioral disorders. You will conduct clinical supervision of clinicians and case managers to ensure that the treatment plans are in compliance with program and state regulations.

Responsibilities include:

Recruit, hire, train and provide ongoing supervision of clinicians and case managers
Responsible for coordinating timely assessments and related reports of each youth for the purpose of developing Individual Treatment and Educational Plans
Responsible for assigning and reviewing pre-placement transition plans for each child, integrating information from client and collateral interviews, history and intake assessments.
Coordinate all aspects of the treatment plan and Individual Education Plan.
Supervise all therapeutic group leaders, therapists, case managers and residential instructors.
Review all monthly reports and coordinate all treatment plan reviews and revisions.
Assist in the provision of preventive and supportive services to families in the program.
Coordinate and participate in the training of staff, especially as it pertains to the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
Establish and maintain relationships with consultants who provide therapeutic services.
Ensure compliance with state certification/licensing standards, contractual obligations, and Agency policies and guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensed Master's Degree in Social Work or related field
Minimum of 3 years experience working with individuals with ASD and or other developmental disorders
Advanced knowledge of ABA (DCBA preferred) and implementation of ABA based programming.
Extensive programmatic and clinical training
Previous experience in administration
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Case Manager/QMRP, Easter Seals New Mexico

If interested, please e-mail us your resume and cover letter, or stop by our Santa Fe offices to fill out an application.

Easter Seals El Mirador
2041 S. Pacheco, Suite 100
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Email: dans@eselm.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Case Manager/QMRP carries a caseload of not more than 20 Developmentally Disabled participants living in the group home setting. The QMRP is responsible for counseling and providing access to appropriate services for these individuals and their families/guardians requiring assistance. The QMRP also assesses situations, sets goals and obtains the required services as necessary for implementation and monitoring of the quality of program services on an ongoing basis. The QMRP leads the staff in developing Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and coordinates and stimulates the process for ensuring that the team comes to a resolution on the appropriate vision, goals and objectives for each participants program. The QMRP is responsible for maintaining the Individual Service Plan and completing appropriate monthly, quarterly and annual reports for each participant on their caseload.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree required; in a human services field (Including, but not limited to: social work, sociology, education, psychology or related field).
Minimum three years' experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required.
Knowledge of ICF/MR regulations, active treatment and professional standards of care required.
License in social work, therapy, or as a rehabilitation counselor preferred.
Strong organizational skills, ability to manage projects, office functions, and be independently motivated.
Strong administrative skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Valid New Mexico Driver's License 3 Years Driving Experience & Clean Driving Record
Negative Drug Screening & TB Test Results (ESEM will provide test)

Clinical Director - ICFMR, Easter Seals El Mirador

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Lisa Bronowicz
Human Resources Director
Easter Seals El Mirador
10 A Van Nu Po
Santa Fe, NM 87508
Email: lisab@eselm.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Director of Clinical Services is responsible for ensuring the day to day operations of all developmental disability clinical services and for integration of clinical services in the agency's programs.

The clinical services director ensures that quality DD services are delivered to consumers in accordance with state and Federal regulations.

The clinical services director is accountable for ensuring that DD services meet quality guidelines and that all DD programs meet regulatory standards. This includes responsibility for planning, developing, coordinating, and supervising the delivery of clinical services.

The clinical services director is accountable for clinical portions of DD survey outcomes and for ensuring that timely plans of correction are submitted so as to ensure that licensure at each facility remains in good standing.

Responsibility also includes integration and oversight of Occupational Therapy and Behavior Therapy, Nursing and contract ancillary clinical services, to plan and deliver measurable goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

RN or clinical degree required. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum 5 years' experience in senior level management of programmatic or clinical administration in the field of developmental disabilities required.
Experience in non-profit environment preferred.Knowledge of and experience with governmental regulations related to DD services and Medicaid required.
Supervisory experience required

Child Care Teacher, Easter Seals Oklahoma

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Easter Seals Oklahoma
Attn: Vida Wasinger
701 NE 13th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Email: esok1@coxinet.net

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Caregiver and teacher of infants or toddlers in an accredited child development center

QUALIFICATIONS:

CDA or experience working with young children

Child and Family Therapist, Easter Seals Oregon

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Mental Health Clinical Supervisor
Easter Seals Oregon
P. O. Box 5193
Salem, OR 97304
Email: jobs@or.easterseals.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides counseling and mental health services for children and their families.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a master's degree in social work or counseling. Applicable professional licensure preferred.

Must have previous experience counseling children with mental health and developmental disorders.

Assistive Technology Specialist I, Easter Seals of Southeastern Pennsylvania

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Sue Collins
Easter Seals of Southeastern Pennsylvania
3975 Conshohocken Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Email: resumes@easterseals-sepa.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work as a team member to determine, adapt and program assistive technology for children and adults with significant physical or cognitive challenges.
Teach clients, staff and families the use and care of assistive technology.
Recommend, borrow and purchase equipment and maintain inventory of equipment.
Produce written and verbal reports of assessments and consultations.
Set schedules, prepare invoices and keep records.
Travel between Easter Seals sites, homes, and community sites and work in these settings. (car or vehicle).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in occupational or speech therapy, special education or a related field.
RESNA certification is preferred.
Knowledge of a variety of assistive technology devices and adaptations including augmentative communication, computer adaptations, and low tech.
Experience with Mac and Windows based computers and their peripherals.
Experience in assessment process, report writing, and training, set up and programming of assistive technology.
Ability to organize reports, data, equipment and schedules.
Must be flexible, have initiative and be able to work as a collaborative team member.

Teacher Certified, Easter Seals of SEPA

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Easter Seals of SEPA
3975 Conshohocken Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Email: resumes@easterseals-sepa.org

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Easter Seals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is seeking a PA Certified Teacher for its Media location working in the center with children of special needs.

Duties would be as defined:

Responsible for:

Developing and implementing daily lesson plans/curriculum that incorporates IEP goals and PA Pre-Kindergarten Standards.
Data collection on IEP goals and curriculum standards, performing assessments, writing Evaluation Reports and IEP's 3. Communicating with families and outside professionals

Previous teaching experience and/or experience working with young children required. Special emphasis on working with children with autism. PA Special Ed teaching Certificate and work with young children a must.

Special Ed/Early Childhood degree required with PA Teaching Certificate. 40 hours weekly.

If interested, please send your resume to resumes@easterseals-sepa.org or fax your resume to 215-879-8424.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Special Ed/Early Childhood degree required with PA Teaching Certificate.
Needs to have classroom mamangement experience and experience with young children.

Development Manager - Grants - Central Texas

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Human Resources
Easter Seals Central Texas
1611 Headway Circle, Building 2
Austin, TX 78754
Email: hresources@eastersealstx.com

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in business, communications and/or marketing or a related field and three or more years of fundraising experience.
Minimum three years demonstrated success and direct implementation of an individual and corporate major gifts operation for a non-profit organization with a track record of overall growth.
Demonstrated success in cultivating and managing a growing portfolio of individual and corporate major gift prospects.
Demonstrated success in direct solicitation of individual gifts in excess of $5,000 and corporate gifts in excess of $10,000.
Proven track record of implementation of successful major donor stewardship activities.
Experience building positive and productive relationships with board members and volunteers.
Experience building positive and product relationships with executive-level staff.
Ability to positively engage, develop and motivate high-performing teams.

Director of Child Development - Seatac, Easter Seals Washington

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Easter Seals Washington
Holly Morgan, VP of Programs
200 W Mercer St, Suite 201E
Seattle, WA 98119
Email: hmorgan@wa.easterseals.com

SUMMARY:

Responsible for the cost effective and efficient development and operation of the assigned Easter Seals Child Development Center.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Management:
- Assures accurate billing and timely receivables for the center.
- Prepares and revises program budgets.
- Works to meet or exceed financial goals.
- Initiates program adjustments based on current budget performance.
- Tracks program utilization for optimum program performance.
Human Resource Management:
- Provides for the recruitment and selection of center staff.
- Conducts all employee discipline in accordance with Easter Seals Washington standards.
- Performs annual evaluations on or before staff anniversary dates.
- Effectively delegates responsibilities to team members.
- Provides for and maintains records of staff training, orientation, and meetings as dictated by personnel policies, contractors, and licensors.
- Recruits and manages volunteers.
- Negotiates agreements with outside entities.
- Approves staff timesheets, expense reports, mileage reports, leave requests, and other employee action forms.
Program Management:
- Assures that all services offered through the center meet or exceed internal and external (NAEYC, GSA, Head Start, etc.) quality assurance guidelines.
- Monitors curriculum development and facilitation.
- Ensures that services are offered in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
- Offers presentations on a variety of child development training topics.
- Responds effectively to crisis situations.
- Develops and distributes service delivery policies.
- Provides and communicates program direction to all stakeholders.
- Responsible for center contracts administration including: compliance, performance, demographics and budget reporting, and program record keeping.
- Successfully markets the center to targeted groups.
- Strives to meet agency goals for inclusion.
- Provides information and referral for Easter Seals Washington programs and services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Arts degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or child development and family studies, early childhood special education, or combination of work experience and education commensurate with above duties (preferred).
Has an associate's degree in ECE CD and at least three years of experience as a program administrator (minimum).
Stars completion and minimum one year experience supervising programs that provide comprehensive coordinated services to young children and their families.
Working knowledge of programs serving infants and young children with special needs and their families.
Flexible schedule of availability.
Washington State Drivers License, availability of personal automobile, proof of adequate level of auto insurance coverage.
Must pass DSHS background check (and federal background check, if applicable)
Must have proof of U.S. citizenship or right to work.
Must meet Easter Seals Washington minimum computer literacy standards.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral).

AmeriCorps Coordinator - Easter Seals Wisconsin

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Easter Seals Wisconsin
101 Nob Hill Rd, Ste 301
Madison, WI 53713
Email: nhoward@eastersealswisconsin.com

TITLE: AmeriCorps Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Camp and Respite Services

REPORTS TO: Director, Grants Management (AmeriCorps Program Director)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The AmeriCorps Coordinator is responsible for the administrative aspects of the Easter Seals Wisconsin AmeriCorps Partnership. Working with other project staff, the Coordinator is responsible for administrative duties including member recruitment and enrollment, member training and citizenship education, monitoring and evaluating program activities and member performance, required reporting, ensuring compliance with grant requirements of Corporation for National and Community Service and Serve Wisconsin, and other duties related to the success of the program and members’ service. A minimum two year commitment is strongly preferred.

DUTIES:

Coordinate the recruitment of AmeriCorps (AC) members to serve in Easter Seals Wisconsin (ESW) programs.
Coordinate and lead, in consultation with AC member supervisors (ESW program staff), the selection, enrollment, orientation, and training of AC members.
Plan and provide member orientation and training, e.g. citizenship, professional development, and life skills training.
Manage AC member files and ensure that online databases, e.g. OnCorps, MyAmeriCorps, eGrants, that track AC member service, are accurate and regularly updated.
Manage the collection of data and documentation to assure program implementation, including member performance and program outcomes, and member enrollment and exit in accordance with grant requirements.
Prepare quarterly and year-end progress reports.
Support AC members in the logistics and procurement of equipment and supplies to implement AmeriCorps-initiated programming.
Work to maximize members’ experience, facilitating communication, e.g. newsletter and weekly meetings, and training to meet members’ interests and needs, contributing to their growth and overall service experience with ESW programs.
Assist the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the collection and reporting of financial data related to the AmeriCorps program.
Assist the CFO and AC Program Director with monthly and year-end billing, in compliance with AC budget, as well as with annual budget preparation.
Assist the CFO in the collection and maintenance of personnel and payroll information for AC members.
Assist the Director of Marketing in promotion of the ESW AmeriCorps Partnership to the media, public, and potential members.
Participate as required in AmeriCorps meetings and events, including the annual national service conference and all applicable Serve Wisconsin meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned by the AC Program Director.

WORK SITE AND SCHEDULE:

The position is based in the Madison office of Easter Seals Wisconsin.
The AC Coordinator will be expected to travel to Easter Seals Camp Wawbeek and Respite Camp in Wisconsin Dells to meet with members. From September through May, this will typically be 1 - 3 weekend days and 1 - 3 weekdays per month, depending upon the number of Respite and Wawbeek sessions offered in each month. During the summer (May August) this will typically be 3 days per week.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Very highly organized and extremely detail-oriented and meticulous, with the ability to work independently and to prioritize multiple tasks.
Possess a valid driving license and good driving record.
Ability to work effectively with the public, AC members, and staff, as a member of a team; excellent interpersonal skills.
Management experience desirable.
Experience with federal or state-funded grant programs desirable.
Experience with individuals with disabilities desirable.
Experience or familiarity with AmeriCorps strongly preferred.

CLASSIFICATION:

Full-Time, Exempt

Children Services Director, Easter Seals Southeast Wisconsin

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Easter Seals Southeast Wisconsin
Amy McGlothlen
505 Northview Rd.
Waukesha, WI 53188
Email: amym@eastersealswise.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Children Services Director is responsible for staffing, supervision, development and implementation of departmental operations, programs and policies for the Birth to Three and Autism programs, assuring efficient and quality service delivery to all program participants.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Special Education, psychology, or related field required. Masters degree preferred.
Five (5) or more years experience working in the area of autism services and/or with families who have children with developmental delays/disabilities required.
Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience required.
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Must have proof of insurance AND meet the requirements of the Employee Driving Policy.
A Criminal Background Check must meet the requirements of the State of WI licensure for day programming.
A Credit Check is required for this position

Director, Respite Services, Easter Seals Wisconsin

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Easter Seals Wisconsin
ATTN: Ken Saville
101 Nob Hill Rd, Suite 301
Madison, WI 53713
Email: ksaville@eastersealswisconsin.com

SUMMARY:

Oversee overall management, operations, development and growth of Respite Services; develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure high quality and safe programs.

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee direction, development and growth of Respite Services; develop, update and implement Respite Camp objectives, policies and procedures.
Responsible for on-site and off-site daily operation of Respite Camp activities, providing leadership to ensure safety and program quality, maintaining all health codes and ACA standards.
Recruit, screen, hire, train and supervise seasonal Respite Camp staff for weekends and summer programs, maintaining a high number and quality of seasonal staff to maximize the number of campers and families served.
Develop and monitor Respite Department budget including AmeriCorps (AC), code bills/receipts and income, and ensure accuracy of monthly financial statements.
Recruit, develop and train one - two seasonal administrative staff to assist with and assume duties in absence of Director, Respite Services.
In conjunction with AC Coordinator, responsible for overall AC member (Respite Apprentices) recruitment, training, and supervision, maintaining accountability for member experience and retention. Work closely with (AC) Volunteer Coordinator to maximize participation and effective use of volunteers.
Monitor all aspects of AC program at Respite Camp to ensure compliance with AC program plans and grant requirements.
Supervise Respite Nursing Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator.
Coordinate recruitment of Respite campers; oversee registration, assessment and evaluation of participants.
Work with parents and caregivers to ensure good communication and safety and quality of Respite services.
Work with public and private agencies on development, coordination, and marketing of Respite activities.
Serve as liaison to Marketing Department to promote Respite Services and develop materials; review, update and monitor weekly Marketing task list with regard to Respite services.
Represent Easter Seals Wisconsin (ESW) within professional organizations and committees that serve individuals with disabilities, as required.
Assist in developing plan for AmeriCorps Respite program and grant proposals, including program expansion.
Participate in ESW public relations and special events, Camp fundraising events, Camp & Respite Committee of the Board, and related activities as required.
Support the duties of the VP, Program Development and President/CEO as appropriate and necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Main office at Respite Camp in Wisconsin Dells.
Live on Camp grounds; housing provided.
Weekend and evening commitments on a regular basis, including some overnights.
On-call 24 hours during Respite sessions year-round.
Work in Easter Seals state office in Madison as possible and necessary during non-summer period: one day/week, as benchmark.

QUALIFICATIONS:

B.A. in therapeutic recreation, special education or related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in camping field, with people with physical and cognitive disabilities and challenging behavioral issues.
Supervisory experience required, with emphasis on team building and leadership.
Experience with staff recruitment and training.
Experience in budget development and monitoring of income and expenses.
Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including weekends and evenings.
Ability to work effectively with the public and with parents/caregivers.
Good written and verbal communication skills; excellent organizational skills.
Ability to lift a 75 pound individual and transfer safely.
Possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of good driving record.
Member, or ability to qualify as a member, of American Camp Association.

Vice President of Programs and Services, Easter Seals Southeast Wisconsin

Send Resume To:

Easter Seals Southeast Wisconsin
ATTN: Amy McGlothlen
505 Northview Road
Waukesha, WI 53188
Email: amym@eastersealswise.com

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Vice President of Programs & Services is responsible for leading and guiding the delivery of all agency programs and services in alignment with the Easter Seals Southeast Wisconsin, Inc. strategic direction, while assuring fiscal efficiency for the agency and service quality for all those served.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required.
A minimum of seven (7) years experience in disability services required.
A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience required.
Experience in creating, managing and maintaining budgets in excess of $1.5 million preferred.
Experience in program and service development required.
Travel between multiple sites is required.
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Must have proof of insurance AND meet the requirements of the Employee Driving Policy.
A Criminal Background Check must meet the requirements of the State of WI licensure for day programming.
A Credit Check is required for this position