Early Intervention & Academy Clinical Director

Behavioral Health Allies•Kansas City, MO

1h•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Director provides leadership for all clinical services within the Early Intervention and Academy programs. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, ethical, evidence-based ABA services while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements. This position is responsible for driving clinical excellence, developing strong clinical teams, and using data to improve outcomes for individuals served. The Clinical Director plays a key role in aligning clinical and operational efforts to support sustainable program growth and meaningful impact.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctoral degree in ABA, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
BCBA certification required
Active Missouri and/or Kansas LBA licensure
Completion of BACB 8-hour supervision training
5+ years of ABA experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven experience supervising multidisciplinary clinical teams
Strong clinical leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Expertise in ABA practices, assessment, and behavior support planning
Ability to use data to guide clinical and operational decisions
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Calm, effective leadership in crisis situations
Proficiency with clinical documentation systems and Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Experience in early intervention, school-based, or intensive behavioral programs preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee assessment, treatment planning, and implementation for all clients
Ensure fidelity of ABA services and consistency across programs
Review and approve clinical documentation and treatment plans
Monitor outcomes and adjust programming based on data
Participate in on-call support and crisis response
Ensure compliance with BACB standards, state regulations, and organizational policies
Conduct audits and support regulatory readiness
Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement processes
Monitor clinical quality and performance metrics
Supervise, mentor, and develop clinical staff and trainees
Ensure supervision requirements are met across teams
Support onboarding, training, and ongoing staff development
Promote accountability, learning, and professional growth
Partner with leadership across operations, education, and finance
Monitor staffing, utilization, and service delivery metrics
Support documentation accuracy and billing alignment
Contribute to program sustainability and growth planning
Serve as a clinical resource for families and external partners
Participate in intake and service planning decisions
Collaborate with schools, medical providers, and community agencies
Ensure coordinated, person-centered care