Operations Manager
Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Summary
The Operations Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of their assigned center. Responsibilities range from administrative duties to the development of the center's team.
Job description
Position Overview
The Operations Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of their assigned center. Responsibilities range from administrative duties to the development of the center's team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders
- Communicate, implement, and represent CARD's policies and mission at the center
- Create and maintain strong staff engagement and culture
- Recruit, hire, and onboard administrative and clinical staff on an as needed/ongoing basis
- Supervise administrative staff and clinicians' daily operations to ensure employee and patient satisfaction
- Provide mentorship and career development to administrative and clinical staff, including providing feedback via on-going 1:1 meetings and annual performance management process
- Schedule all clients and staff to ensure the fulfillment of individually contracted hours and minimum billing requirements
- Partner with the center Clinical Supervisor(s) to provide top quality clinical services to ensure patient, family, and staff satisfaction
- Accountable for learning and employing business systems, legal practices, HIPAA compliance, and technology as mandated by CARD
- Maintain client and employee records
- Manage all aspects of the center's purchasing budget and oversee the tracking of equipment and devices
- Lead outreach efforts to meet minimum growth requirements each month and establish mutually beneficial relationships with community entities
- Leads improvements in areas of KPI's, patient retention, staff development and retention, and division growth to support the financial health of the center and CARD
- Maintain client and employee privacy in accordance with CARD policy and HIPAA regulations
- Responsible for facility cleaning, hygiene, safety, and maintenance including utilization of approved vendors
- Meet regularly with the Division Director and Group Operations Manager
- Attend required trainings and meetings
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, administration, or management preferred
- A minimum of 3-6 years' experience in management
- Some experience in healthcare settings preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Ability to lead in a complex and sometimes stressful environment while maintaining a calm and focused demeanor
- Decisive with an operational, implementation, and detail-oriented perspective
- Excellent leadership and people development skills; 'leads by example'
- Proactive, results-oriented, creative problem solver
- Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable judgment, maintain confidentiality, and communicate in a diplomatic manner
- Ability to prioritize and execute effectively
- Effective interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and families
- Ability to work closely with the families of patients for the patient's overall success and quality of care
- Desire to learn the clinical side of the CARD model
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including phone and e-mail etiquette
- English proficiency, both verbal and written, is required
- Excellent computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays pursuant with industry demands
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, administration, or management preferred
- A minimum of 3-6 years' experience in management
- Some experience in healthcare settings preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Ability to lead in a complex and sometimes stressful environment while maintaining a calm and focused demeanor
- Decisive with an operational, implementation, and detail-oriented perspective
- Excellent leadership and people development skills; 'leads by example'
- Proactive, results-oriented, creative problem solver
- Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable judgment, maintain confidentiality, and communicate in a diplomatic manner
- Ability to prioritize and execute effectively
- Effective interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and families
- Ability to work closely with the families of patients for the patient's overall success and quality of care
- Desire to learn the clinical side of the CARD model
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including phone and e-mail etiquette
- English proficiency, both verbal and written, is required
- Excellent computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays pursuant with industry demands
Company overview
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is one of the world's largest and most experienced autism treatment providers, founded in 1990 by Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh. As the third largest non-governmental organization in the United States contributing to autism research, CARD specializes in providing evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to individuals of all ages diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The organization operates treatment centers throughout the United States and globally, offering comprehensive services that include communication skills development, social interaction training, and daily living skills enhancement. CARD's treatment approach is grounded in scientific research and has been endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the U.S. Surgeon General as the most effective method for treating ASD. The organization employs a team of skilled clinicians including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and behavior technicians who deliver individualized care tailored to each client's unique needs. Beyond clinical services, CARD actively contributes to autism research and community education, positioning itself as a leader in advancing understanding and treatment of autism spectrum disorders while maintaining a strong commitment to compassionate, family-centered care.