Clinical Development & Training Specialist

About Manhattan Behavioral Center

New York City’s Leading Transdisciplinary℠ Center for Children with Autism

Our collaborative and transdisciplinary℠ applied behavior framework, consists of applied behavior analysis, special education, speech language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, sensory integration, group and social interaction, and family support for children – ages 5 to 21 – with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodiversities.

Our core values guide our day-to-day actions:

A Transdisciplinary℠ Approach

At MBC we know that to extract the most potential out of our students everyone must work to achieve the same goal. This is why our Transdisciplinary℠ model which centers around ongoing and free-flowing communication between the families, teachers, supervisors, and related service providers is so vital.

Responsibility

We feel a strong responsibility and are committed to building a better and more inclusive world for our students, family, and community.

Enhance

We provide evidence-based treatment plans to significantly improve everyone’s quality of life.

Join Our Team

Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic Clinical Development & Training Specialist that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.

Why Choose Us?

• MBC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where everyone can be their authentic self, and where authenticity is celebrated

• We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members

• Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children

• We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday

• Strong commitment to growth with 5 professional development days per year

• Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors

• Opportunities for growth across all companies

• Generous benefits that include:

  • Paid time off (PTO) in addition to company closures the last week of December and Spring break in April

  • Affordable health insurance plans to support employee well-being

  • Employer retirement plan

  • Life insurance, short- & long-term disability

  • MBC supports employee growth. As part of our team, you’ll have access to educational opportunities at Capella University, plus scholarships and offers to help you save on tuition

If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Behavioral Center!

Job Details

Job Type

Full-Time Clinical Development & Training Specialist

Job Hours

Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Job Location

Manhattan, NY

Job Compensation

$90k per yr

Your Impact Here at MBC

• Staff Training & Professional Development

  • Develop and facilitate trainings for ABA staff and leadership teams on a variety of clinical and professional development topics

  • Create engaging training materials and educational resources that support staff growth and quality care

  • Provide onboarding support and mentorship to new hires

  • Support managers and supervisors in strengthening leadership, interpersonal communication, and staff management skills

  • Assist staff in developing effective family communication and collaboration strategies

  • Provide training related to social skills facilitation and practical strategies staff can incorporate into daily programming and interactions

  • Support staff in understanding the social-emotional and behavioral needs of children with autism and related developmental differences

  • Facilitate workshops, roleplays, and collaborative discussions to strengthen staff confidence and competence

  • Partner with leadership to identify ongoing training needs across the center

• Clinical Observation & In-Session Support

  • Conduct observations of client sessions as part of staff training and quality support initiatives

  • Provide in-vivo (in-the-moment) coaching, modeling, and feedback to staff during client sessions when appropriate

  • Support staff and individual cases through direct observation-based consultation and skill-building guidance

  • Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure staff are implementing best practices consistently across settings

  • Provide real-time coaching focused on improving staff-client interactions, engagement strategies, and therapeutic responsiveness

• Collaboration & Clinical Systems Support

  • Collaborate with clinical leadership, case managers, and related service providers to support staff development initiatives

  • Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of MBC clinical protocols and case documentation systems in alignment with organizational standards

  • Support staff in understanding and following documentation expectations, treatment consistency guidelines, and center-based procedures

  • Promote a collaborative and supportive learning environment across disciplines

  • Serve as a clinical and professional resource for staff members

  • Assist with problem-solving and support around challenging staff or family interactions

  • Help reinforce best practices related to professionalism, communication, and ethical care

• Organizational Support

  • Participate in ongoing initiatives related to staff engagement and morale

  • Maintain professional documentation and communication regarding trainings and staff support activities

  • Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills across settings

  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to the ongoing growth of the organization

  • Other duties as assigned by leadership

Requirements

• Licensed clinician required (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or related clinical licensure preferred)

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder and/or developmental disabilities

• Experience providing staff training, mentorship, coaching, or supervision preferred

• Strong understanding of child development, behavior, family systems, and social-emotional support strategies

• Experience with clinical observation, case consultation, and/or treatment implementation support strongly preferred

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with comfort speaking to both small and large groups

• Ability to collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary teams

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Commitment to compassionate, relationship-based care and staff support

• Ability to work independently while maintaining a professional and approachable demeanor

Manhattan Behavioral Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Behavioral Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Behavioral Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.