BCBA - Clinical Director

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Praise Behavior Services is a growing ABA agency dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate, and individualized care to children and families. We prioritize clinical integrity, strong team collaboration, and meaningful outcomes for the families we serve.

Position Overview

The Clinical Director plays a key leadership role within the organization, overseeing clinical services, supervising and mentoring BCBAs, BCaBAs, RBTs, and behavior staff, and ensuring excellence across all programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Oversee clinical programming and behavioral interventions across the clinical team

• Supervise or conduct functional behavior assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

• Prepare and maintain accurate, timely progress reports and clinical documentation

• Provide supervision, coaching, and feedback to the clinical team

• Step into direct services when needed

• Review and approve assessments, treatment plans, and progress reports

• Monitor clinical quality, data integrity, and treatment outcomes

• Deliver parent and caregiver training to support effective implementation of treatment plans

• Maintain data collection systems, program materials, and clinical records

• Ensure services align with best practices in ABA

• Monitor authorization requirements and ensure appropriate utilization of approved hours

• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members

• Attend and actively participate in team meetings, trainings, and case reviews

• Provide direct services as needed to support continuity of care or coverage

• Supervise BCBA or BCaBA candidates and trainees as assigned

• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements

• Support training, onboarding, and ongoing staff development

• Conduct overlaps and provide direct feedback in the field

• Monitor authorizations, report deadlines, and service delivery

• Ensure cases remain within approved hours and funding guidelines

• Support client intake, case assignments, and staffing decisions

• Act as a primary escalation point for clinical or staffing concerns

• Participate in and lead performance and disciplinary meetings as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Director or Executive Director

• Participate in community outreach and networking

• Support relationships with funding sources and community partners

• Contribute to strategic initiatives and special projects

Qualifications

• BCBA certification required

• Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or related field

• Strong experience supervising clinical staff and managing caseloads

• Strong clinical knowledge of ABA principles and evidence-based practices

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to provide constructive feedback and coach staff effectively

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• High attention to detail and commitment to clinical quality

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

• Professional, dependable, and compassionate approach to care

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field

• Active Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required

• Experience providing supervision and managing clinical caseloads preferred

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Hybrid work environment including telehealth and in-person, home-based services

• Travel required within assigned catchment areas based on client needs

• Flexible scheduling based on client availability and service requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move for extended periods during sessions

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

• Ability to engage in physically interactive activities (e.g., play-based interventions, behavior support)

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive compensation structure

· Health stipend

· 401(k) with company match

· Paid Time Off + Sick Time

· Paid Holidays

EEO Statement

PRAISE Behavior Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

PRAISE Behavior Services is a locally owned and operated provider of behavioral and developmental services proudly serving California’s Central Coast since 2011. We are committed to delivering compassionate, individualized, evidence-based care that supports meaningful progress for children and families in our community

Company Description

PRAISE Behavior Services is a locally owned and operated provider of behavioral and developmental services proudly serving California’s Central Coast since 2011. We are committed to delivering compassionate, individualized, evidence-based care that supports meaningful progress for children and families in our community