Area Clinical Director - BCBA

Carelinks ABA•Des Moines, IA

8d•$94,000 - $98,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Carelinks ABA is seeking an experienced and people-focused Area Clinical Director (ACD) to lead and support its clinical team in the Des Moines and Western Iowa areas. This leadership role is designed for a BCBA who wishes to remain connected to clinical care while expanding their impact by developing clinicians, enhancing clinical quality, and fostering a supportive environment for both families and staff.

Requirements

Current BCBA certification in good standing
Iowa licensure or eligibility to obtain it
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a BCBA
Strong clinical experience in ABA and autism services
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability and willingness to support teams across Des Moines and Western Iowa
A leader who can balance clinical excellence, accountability, and genuine support for their team

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership, management, or clinical team oversight experience
Familiarity with the Iowa ABA landscape, including local providers, referral sources, payors, and community resources
Established knowledge of or relationships within the Des Moines and Western Iowa communities

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and support BCBAs across the Des Moines and Western Iowa areas.
Provide clinical guidance on complex cases, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.
Drive high standards for clinical quality, supervision, documentation, and outcomes.
Develop BCBAs through ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional growth.
Partner with Clinical Operations to remove barriers and help teams succeed.
Support appropriate caseloads, utilization, and timely service delivery.
Help onboard and retain exceptional clinicians.
Build a strong, collaborative clinical culture.
Maintain a clinical caseload as appropriate for the role.