Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities.
Join Our Team as a Therapy Clinic Supervisor
Openings in multiple locations- Torrance, Whittier & Northridge
Are you a passionate clinician and inspiring leader looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? At Easterseals Southern California, we're seeking a Therapy Clinic Supervisor to lead a dedicated team of therapists while helping children with autism and other developmental needs reach their fullest potential.
In this role, you'll combine your clinical expertise with leadership and mentorship, fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both clients and team members can thrive. You'll play a key role in ensuring high-quality services, guiding professional development, supporting program growth, and partnering with families to create life-changing outcomes.
This is more than a supervisory position. It is an opportunity to shape the future of therapy services, influence best practices, and be part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation, compassion, and continuous learning. If you're energized by developing clinicians, championing excellence in care, and making a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Easterseals Southern California?
*Lead a team dedicated to transforming lives through evidence-based care.
*Collaborate with talented multidisciplinary professionals.
*Influence clinical quality, program development, and operational success.
*Invest in your own professional growth and leadership development.
*Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to inclusion, opportunity, and lasting impact.
M-F 9-6
Onsite
$120-125k
OVERVIEW OF POSITION: Under general supervision, manages the daily operations of assigned therapy center(s) and the coordination of services delivered, program planning, and implementation of policies and procedures. Provides clinical supervision and work direction to therapists and administrative associates including training/skills enhancement, clinical consultation, and professional development. Develops, monitors, and provides discipline-specific treatment for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and/or other developmental disabilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
- Provides discipline-specific treatment for children with ASD or other diagnosis, including evaluation, planning, and documentation. Develops and maintains appropriate Individualized Treatment Plans. Partners with interdisciplinary teams to provide consultation. Develops and provides coaching for family members and/or participants to incorporate new skills and/or techniques into normal routines and activities at home. Instructs family members in the proper and safe usage of adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
- Provides clinical supervision, management, direction, training, and discipline to associates who provide clinical therapies as well as to administrative associates, ensuring compliance with program guidelines. Guarantees the safety and security of all program participants and associates. Interviews, selects, and provides ongoing assessment of associates
- Provides clinical oversight of protocols related to, but not limited to, child and family assessment, behavior intervention, case assignments, and associate trainings. Performs documentation reviews to maintain compliance, and quality assurance with regulations and program requirements.
- Evaluates program needs to develop and implement services. Conducts or attend meetings, in-services, or other meetings as requested, regarding clinical therapy services across program service divisions.
- Remain current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, special education and related fields.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree in occupational therapy, physical therapy, or speech language pathology.|Must possess and maintain a current state or national certification and/or licensure in accordance with California state practice.|Must possess and maintain a current CPR certification.
EXPERIENCE:
- 3 years’ experience with infant/young children with disabilities, including autism.
- At least 2 years of prior supervisory experience is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Knowledgeable in licensed area of practice, interdisciplinary early intervention theories, and rehabilitation principles and practices.
- Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices found to benefit children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Familiar with the field of early intervention including a general understanding of approaches based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Ability to maintain positive customer interaction and professionalism, communicate effectively through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups; demonstrated ability to interact well with children and their families, and to maintain a positive affect.
- Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures and regulations; ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality in handling sensitive situations and documentation.
- Ability to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision making skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, Skype, etc.) and related software applications.
- Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and a TB test.
- Ability to provide proof of required vaccinations or positive titer showing immunity. A signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easterseals Southern California and/or program requirements.
- Ability to travel locally; maintain driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards; maintain auto insurance and vehicle registration.
Carrying/Lifting: Occasional
Standing: Occasional
Sitting: Frequent
Walking: Occasional
Repetitive Motion/Activity: The position requires frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting in order to observe, assess and interact with participants. Frequent speaking, listening to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the telephone.
Visual Acuity:
Travel: This position requires up to 10% local travel
Environmental Exposure: The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperatures are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
