Clinical Director (BCBA)

Propel Autism•Decatur, GA

2d•$104,500 - $110,000

About The Position

The Clinical Director (BCBA) is a senior clinical leader responsible for launching, building, and scaling a Propel clinic from the ground up. The role combines hands-on clinical work with strategic leadership, operational partnership, and culture building. As the clinic’s local clinical authority, the Clinical Director ensures high-quality care, team development, and sustainable growth from opening through full capacity. The Clinical Director leads clinical startup and growth, partnering with Operations, the Center Manager, the Operations Manager, the Director of Clinical Services, and executive leadership. Responsibilities include establishing systems and workflows, supporting intake and family engagement, building BCBA caseloads, overseeing clinical quality and compliance, and supporting hiring, onboarding, training, and day-to-day center operations. The role also develops and mentors clinicians and helps establish the clinic’s culture and standards. The position has a 55% billable requirement (15 hours per week) and 45% non-billable time. When the clinic reaches 90% or more capacity, the billable caseload requirement increases to 18. The role requires availability for a 40-hour work week, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. across clinic operating hours, and support for two opening or closing shifts per week.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
Valid and active BCBA certification.
Eligible for and/or holding Georgia state licensure (LBA), with applicable licensure to practice in Georgia.
At least 3 years of experience as a BCBA.
At least 1 year in a leadership or mentorship role.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Availability for a 40-hour work week, including availability from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. across clinic operating hours and support for two opening or closing shifts per week.

Responsibilities

Lead clinical startup of a new Propel center, including readiness planning, systems implementation, and early-stage operations.
Partner with Operations, the Center Manager, the Operations Manager, the Director of Clinical Services, and executive leadership to launch the clinic and grow it to sustained capacity.
Support center launch workflows, policies, and clinical infrastructure.
Support clinic growth through intake completion, family tours, clinical consultations, assessments, and treatment plans as applicable.
Build and scale BCBA caseloads while maintaining quality standards and work-life balance.
Ensure clinic compliance measures are current and maintained in collaboration with Center Managers and Operations.
Conduct weekly mentorship meetings with the Director of Clinical Services and one-to-one clinical advisement meetings with supervising BCBAs.
Complete clinic checks with technicians, stakeholders, and clients, and conduct and train staff in clinical quality checks.
Serve as the local clinical leader, overseeing BCBAs assigned to the clinic and the Center Manager.
Support RBT training and licensure processes, including transitioning RBTs to the company.
Oversee RBT hiring needs and conduct play interviews with candidates in collaboration with Operations.
Structure and hold clinical support meetings for on-site BCBAs as needed.
Oversee BCBAs’ implementation of treatment plans to ensure alignment with best practices and individual client needs.
Collaborate with clinic BCBAs to support caregiver satisfaction and sustained client progress.
Support and manage local staff and day-to-day center tasks.
Support hiring, onboarding, and clinical training of RBTs and clinical staff.
Collaborate with the Center Manager and Operations Manager on staffing and operational needs.
Help build and uphold Propel’s culture and values.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops, professional publications, networking, benchmarking practices, and participation in professional societies.

Benefits

Base and annual bonus compensation structure ranging from $104,500 to $110,000.
Executive and clinical mentorship by leading field experts.
Opportunities for upward mobility at a fast-growing company.
Flexible hours to build a schedule.
Up to 12 remote workdays annually to support work-life balance; subject to stated eligibility and clinic conditions, Clinical Directors may earn work-from-home time by meeting billable expectations and remaining in good standing.
Paid public holidays.
401(k).
Tenure-based PTO program that increases each year with Propel.
$500 annual CEU budget.
Three paid professional development days per year.