CEO — Lead Growth & Systems in Pediatric ABA Therapy

Autism Therapy Services (ATS), a respected and growing ABA therapy provider in Houston, Texas, is seeking its first Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This national search aims to identify a compassionate, operationally grounded leader who can guide the organization through its next chapter of growth and evolution. This is a unique opportunity to lead an organization that is deeply trusted by its community and positioned for thoughtful growth. With over 55 clients and strong demand for services, ATS is ready to transition from founder‑led operations to a more formalized and scalable operating model. The co‑founders are stepping back from day‑to‑day responsibilities and are seeking a CEO who can take the lead in shaping the company’s leadership structure, stabilizing operations, and strengthening the systems needed for growth. ATS is grounded in care, connection, and the belief that children thrive when clinical excellence is paired with consistency and compassion. The organization offers a meaningful platform for a values‑driven, operationally strong leader to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families across the Houston region.

About the Role

As the CEO of Autism Therapy Services (ATS), you will step into a meaningful leadership role guiding a hands‑on, family‑centered ABA provider through an important period of transition. With the founders preparing to step back from day‑to‑day operations, the CEO will have the authority and support needed to lead the organization into its next chapter while honoring the clinical excellence, relationships, and values that define ATS.

Responsibilities

• Establish the operational infrastructure needed to support consistency, efficiency, and scale.
• Evaluate and strengthen existing systems, clarifying roles and responsibilities across the organization.
• Ensure that day‑to‑day operations are both effective and replicable.
• Assess what is currently working, identify gaps in systems or processes, and implement practical solutions.
• Strengthen the workforce by improving staff retention, enhancing training and support structures.
• Evaluate leadership effectiveness, address areas of inconsistency or underperformance.
• Reignite and sustain organizational growth by evaluating current business development and marketing strategies.
• Oversee business operations, clinical support structures, and organizational priorities with transparency and accountability.
• Bring a calm, grounded presence to address staffing challenges, operational inconsistencies, and the need for clearer communication.

Qualifications

• Hold at minimum a bachelor’s degree, with preference for candidates who have advanced training or experience in business, operations, behavioral health, or healthcare leadership.

Required Skills

• Bring at least five to seven years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare, human services, or a related service delivery environment.
• Have experience in for‑profit healthcare or a service‑driven business environment.
• Bring experience leading organizations through growth or transition.
• Have experience managing community‑based or home‑based service models.
• Demonstrate strong operational leadership experience.
• Bring experience leading teams through organizational change.
• Demonstrate integrity, consistency, and transparency.
• Exhibit high emotional intelligence.
• Lead with a people‑centered, team‑first approach.
• Be operationally and financially disciplined.
• Understand the intricacies of ABA service delivery.
• Bring a stabilizing leadership presence.
• Be a builder of systems and infrastructure.
• Show resilience and calm under pressure.
• Bring strong alignment and partnership skills.
• Possess business development awareness.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in applied behavior analysis, pediatric therapy, behavioral health, or other community‑delivered care settings.