Executive Director - Autism Center of Excellence - New Brunswick, NJ Req #: 0000164832
Category: Leadership
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department: Autism
Location: New Brunswick (NB), 200 Somerset St., New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Overview:

The Executive Director of the Autism Center of Excellence for Children s Specialized Hospital will be responsible to determine and direct design, planning, operations, outcomes, budget, and program evaluation of Autism Center of Excellence to promote Children s Specialized Hospital as a national leader in autism-related care, research, and training.

Qualifications:

Required:

PhD or PsyD in Psychology or MD, DO in MedicineMinimum of 3 years experience in ASD-related program development involving research, service, and/or trainingMinimum of 3 years clinical service provider with autistic clientsEligible for appointment as adjunct at the assistant professor or above level

Preferred:

Principal Investigator for funded autism research preferredNationally-recognized leader in Autism-related programming or researchLicense NJ Medical or Psychologist license or license-eligible is a plus

Certifications and Licenses Required:

PhD or PsyD in Psychology or MD, DO in Medicine

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, 9:00 5:00 each dayDays to workFT

Essential Functions:

In consultation with external and internal stakeholders, determine overview of Autism COE including mission, vision, goals, and structure,Enhance and streamline access to CSH autism-related servicesDevelop strategic initiatives related to growth and excellence of ASD COE,Responsible for determination, implementation, and analysis of program evaluation/ outcomes of ASD COE,Responsible for needed program adjustments based on outcome analysesDevelop and oversee ASD COE budget,Responsible for direction of Autism Department staffFacilitate ASD COE Advisory CommitteeIn consultation with external and internal stakeholders, determine, promote, and monitor autism-related research initiated at CSHOversee in coordination with the CSH Research Center ASD research and/or program development grant fundingContribute to development and implementation of training to professionalsServe as a spokesperson/representative at a state, regional, and national level for autism-related projects

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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