Job Title: Director of OT Services
Location: Lancaster, PA 17601
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience
Join New Story Schools (NSS), a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students' lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially."
Why Join Us? - Salary - Based on education and experience.
- Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off - Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits - Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks - Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development - Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team - Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact - Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as Director of Director of OT Services
- Regulatory Compliance & Certification Oversight: Ensure adherence to Department of Education regulations, Pennsylvania School Code, and Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) standards, including maintaining ACE provider status and supervision compliance for RBT, BCaBA, and BCBA candidates.
- Behavioral Program Development & Implementation: Design, implement, and oversee a comprehensive, school-wide behavior services program grounded in best practices from special education and Applied Behavior Analysis, while leading standardization efforts across all New Story Schools.
- Staff Training & Professional Development: Lead statewide behavioral training initiatives, identify skill development needs, and deliver real-time coaching to build behavior analytic competencies among school staff.
- Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration: Partner with Behavioral Services administrators, senior directors, and the Vice President of Operations to support operational goals, guide new school development, and align behavior services with organizational strategies.
- Student-Centered Support & Crisis Intervention: Provide direct student support when necessary, modeling evidence-based interventions and assisting in crisis management to promote positive outcomes and maintain classroom safety.
- Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement: Monitor program effectiveness using data-driven metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance service quality, student outcomes, and overall operational efficiency.
- Statewide Coordination & Operational Support: Travel to school locations statewide to support consistency, deliver trainings, implement projects, and provide strategic reports or risk assessments as requested, while upholding safety protocols, FERPA, and internal policies.
Required Qualifications - Educational Background: Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Education, or a related field required.
- Certification: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential required.
- Applied Experience: At least ten years of direct experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies, with a strong preference for work in special education environments.
- Leadership & Supervision: Minimum of five years in a supervisory or leadership role, overseeing staff and program implementation.
- Specialized Expertise: Proven experience in curriculum development, Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today. At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs.