ABA (BCBA) Manager

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy•Waterford Township, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy is seeking an ABA Manager to lead and oversee its ABA program at the Waterford neighborhood clinic. The role guides the clinical direction of the program, promotes high-quality individualized services, and supports a multidisciplinary approach alongside Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapists. The manager oversees and mentors BCBAs, RBTs, and BTs; supports onboarding, supervision, and professional development; and helps maintain regulatory compliance and evidence-based practices. The position also focuses on program efficiency, staff caseload balance, clinic capacity, parent training, and continuous improvement of individualized treatment and behavior plans. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, monitoring client progress, maintaining accurate documentation, and educating staff and parents about treatment plans. Services are clinic-based, with no travel to clients’ homes. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a one-hour lunch. Compensation is based on the clinician’s skills and experience; the recruiting team reviews the pay range and productivity bonus opportunities after application.

Requirements

Master’s degree.
Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
At least 3 years of experience leading or supervising behavioral programs and clinical staff.
Prior experience with behavioral assessments, support plans, and progress-monitoring tools.
Strong clinical skills in ABA.
Ability to drive and manage change systematically and engage others in the process.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Effective decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to kneel, bend, and play at ground level.
Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds may be required.
Ability to respond to behaviors such as elopement or aggression.
Ability to work in loud or noisy environments with active children.
Potential exposure to bodily fluids when assisting with hygiene or accidental incidents.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the clinical direction of the ABA program, ensuring high-quality, individualized services.
Oversee and mentor a team of BCBAs, RBTs, and BTs, fostering professional growth and excellence.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and ABA best practices.
Collaborate with Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapists to support multidisciplinary care.
Train and onboard new BCBAs and provide ongoing supervision and professional development.
Monitor and optimize ABA program efficiency, ensuring appropriate services and balanced staff caseloads.
Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to support staff improvement and retention.
Educate staff and parents on individualized treatment plans before services begin.
Strengthen parent training to support engagement and empower families in their child’s care.
Expand clinic capacity while maintaining high-quality, individualized treatment plans.
Develop and refine skill acquisition programs and behavior intervention plans based on ABA principles.
Assess and adjust behavior plans to align with client progress and evolving needs.
Maintain accurate documentation, including supervision notes, progress updates, and behavior data.
Conduct comprehensive assessments, including ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS, and PEAK, at intake and semi-annually.
Participate in staff meetings and training workshops to promote best practices and professional growth.