Clinical Director (BCBA)

Autism Care Partners•Bedford, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Director directs the day-to-day operations of an Autism Care Partners center-based program, supervises the center’s BCBAs, and maintains a client caseload adjusted to billing expectations and the number of direct reports. The role provides clinical and operational oversight, supports the growth and morale of the center, and monitors BCBAs, BTs/RBTs, and interdisciplinary providers to promote high-quality, evidence-based treatment. The Clinical Director oversees clinical care, staff training and development, and the creation and implementation of treatment programs and behavior intervention plans. The position also collaborates with speech-language and occupational therapy clinicians, supports family communication and scheduling, reviews clinical documentation and incident reports, and works with leadership on center performance and financial stability. Regular and predictable attendance at the assigned center is essential.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis; a degree in ABA is preferred.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
State Behavior Analyst licensure.
At least 3 years of experience working as a BCBA.
At least 2 years of experience working with children diagnosed with autism.
Ability to utilize technology.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and Windows.
Ability to operate basic office equipment.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
No prior criminal history.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and frequently kneel, squat, crawl, sit, and stand while attending to active children.
Willingness and ability to use quick body movements as indicated in a Behavior Intervention Plan when working with challenging behavior.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Responsibilities

Direct day-to-day operations of a center-based program and provide clinical and operational oversight.
Supervise center-based BCBAs and maintain an adjusted clinical caseload and billing level based on the number of direct reports.
Monitor BCBAs, BTs/RBTs, and interdisciplinary providers to support high-quality, evidence-based treatment and track progress.
Provide regular individual and/or group meetings for staff BCBAs.
Complete eight hours of BCBA Supervisor Training and supervise BCBA mentees if needed.
Work collaboratively with SLP and/or OT clinicians.
Collaborate with the center Family Liaison to support scheduling and parent communication.
Work with the Director of Training to facilitate clinical and non-clinical center trainings.
Ensure staff are trained in best-practice procedures based on behavior analysis and appropriate to their job duties.
Ensure RBTs receive quality and sufficient supervision.
Review center analytics and collaborate with the AVP to support financial stability and problem-solving.
Conduct site staff performance reviews and manage performance, including making termination recommendations when appropriate.
Develop performance improvement plans or other interventions in consultation with the AVP of Service Delivery.
Review and sign incident reports.
Review, edit, and approve treatment plans and behavior support plans; recommend instructional program modifications based on systematic review of observational data.
Ensure BCBAs use a range of strategies to program for and assess skill acquisition and generalization across people, settings, situations, and materials.
Ensure treatment plans and renewals are submitted on time.
Support positive team and center morale.
Complete clinical documentation and billing accurately and promptly in the electronic health record, meeting internal and external quality and regulatory requirements.
Adhere to the BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance and presence at the assigned center.

Benefits

No non-compete agreements.
Competitive and consistent pay.
Monthly BCBA meetings.
$500 for CEUs and one paid CEU day, plus in-house CEU opportunities.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
10 paid holidays and 16 PTO days in year one.
401(k) with company match.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Voluntary accident and critical illness coverage.
Liability insurance.
Clinical support from experienced clinicians and collaboration.
Supervision opportunities for RBTs and master’s-level students pursuing BCBA certification.
Opportunities to lead training for RBTs and fellow clinicians; ACP is a BACB ACE-approved provider.