Clinical Director, BCBA - Up to 5K Sign on Bonus

Clinical Director (BCBA)

Location: Council Bluffs, IA
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Work Setting: In-person, Center-Based ABA
Remote/ Work from Home Flexibility: 1 WFH day per week

• Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000
• $95–$110,000K annual base salary
• Up to $9,000 annual performance bonus (paid monthly)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• (2 weeks) Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
• $1,250 annual CEU reimbursement
• 401(k) with up to 4% match (vested after 1 year)
• Frequent team events, social lunches, and a positive center culture
• Involvement in innovative research initiatives and academic collaborations, including work with UCLA

Accel Therapies is seeking experienced and mission-driven Clinical Directors (BCBAs) to lead our center-based teams. This leadership role blends clinical excellence with operational and staff development responsibilities. As a Clinical Director, you’ll mentor Clinical Supervisors, guide program integrity, and help drive high-quality outcomes for the families we serve.

We value leadership that empowers others — you’ll have the tools and support to lead effectively without being stretched thin. We prioritize structure, collaboration, and clinician well-being, allowing you to focus on what matters most: delivering transformational care.

• Provide leadership and supervision for Clinical Supervisors (pod leaders)
• Oversee the client experience from intake through ongoing care
• Conduct and review functional behavior assessments (FBAs)
• Ensure high clinical standards through QA activities and data-driven decision-making
• Monitor and guide treatment planning and progress
• Maintain a caseload of up to 25 billable hours/week (for full-time)
• Develop individualized training plans and lead onboarding for new clinicians
• Support and evaluate BCBA and Program Supervisor performance
• Collaborate with Operations Managers to strategically assign caseloads
• Lead BCBA and PM hiring efforts at your center
• Contribute to the organization’s strategic growth initiatives

• A completed Master’s or doctoral degree in ABA, Psychology, or a related field
• An active, unexpired Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• Minimum 3 years of experience in ABA , including supervisory experience
• Proven leadership and management skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and teams
• Comfort using technology (e.g., scheduling software, electronic data platforms)
• TB test, immunization records, and background check clearance
• Spanish-speaking is a plus

At Accel Therapies, we believe great leadership makes all the difference. As a Clinical Director, you’ll be at the heart of that vision — building empowered teams, supporting families, and shaping the future of our clinical model. With a balanced caseload and strong clinical infrastructure, you‘ll be able to focus on delivering meaningful care while expanding your leadership and strategic impact.