Assistant Clinical Director - BCBA

Opal Autism Centers • Charlotte, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Opal Autism Centers is seeking an Assistant Clinical Director - BCBA to join their team. This role focuses on ethical care, sustainable clinical practices, mentorship, operational support, and leadership development within an independently owned, center-based ABA organization. The Assistant Clinical Director will support clinical excellence, mentor BCBAs and RBTs, and help create stable, high-quality treatment environments for children and families. The position is full-time, in-person, and center-based, serving children aged 2-6. Opal emphasizes assent-based, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming care, prioritizing learner autonomy, emotional safety, and dignity through compassionate, non-coercive, and individualized ABA practices. The Assistant Clinical Director supports the Clinical Director in overseeing clinical operations, maintaining treatment quality, mentoring clinical teams, and ensuring alignment with clinical, ethical, and payer expectations. This role is ideal for an experienced BCBA passionate about leadership, mentorship, quality improvement, and shaping a positive and sustainable clinical culture.

Requirements

• Current BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience working in the field of ABA as a BCBA, preferably 2 years & in a supervisory role.
• Experience working with children with autism and/or early intervention populations.
• Previous experience supervising clinical staff and/or mentoring RBTs.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership or mid-level management experience within an ABA setting.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and mentorship skills.
• Experience supporting clinical quality assurance and documentation oversight.
• Experience with EMR systems and clinical documentation platforms.
• LBA licensure (if applicable by state).

Responsibilities

• Support the Clinical Director in overseeing clinical operations.
• Maintain treatment quality.
• Mentor clinical teams, including BCBAs and RBTs.
• Ensure alignment with clinical, ethical, and payer expectations.
• Help create stable, high-quality treatment environments for children and families.
• Support quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to shaping a positive and sustainable clinical culture.

Benefits

• Customized Transition Support (relocation support, sign-on or retention incentives, assistance navigating previous employment-related financial obligations, contingent offers for future BCBAs).
• Competitive base salary based on certification tenure and experience.
• Annual performance bonus opportunities up to ~15% of salary.
• Leadership growth pathways into Clinical Director roles.
• Annual professional development, CEU stipend, and certification reimbursement opportunities.
• Referral bonuses up to $1,000 per referral (no cap).
• Protected breaks and workplace accommodations.
• Lactation accommodations (PUMP Act compliant).
• ADA and religious accommodations.
• Flex days built into scheduling.
• 160 hours PTO annually (increases with tenure).
• 9 paid holidays.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Protected & Extended Leave Options (FMLA, Military leave).
• Full administrative and operational support teams.
• Sustainable caseload philosophy.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) and additional investment options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA).
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Cell phone stipend (if applicable).
• Travel reimbursement (if applicable).
• Clinical tools & technology provided.
• Support for continued clinical growth through conferences, CEU platforms, webinars, and specialized trainings.
• $1,000 annual CEU stipend.
• Certification reimbursement opportunities.
• University tuition discounts through partnerships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level