BCBA Area Director

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

#1 Referred ABA Company by BCBAs and RBTs!

Who we are: 

Golden Steps ABA is on a mission to change lives—one step at a time. We’re not just building a team; we’re creating a community where inclusion, impact, and growth are the norm for our teammates and our patients. If you're ready to take the next step forward and want to be part of a crew that celebrates heart, hustle, and high standards, come thrive with us. 

Why You’ll Love Working with us:

• Unmatched Culture
  Connection is at the heart of who we are. Whether we’re sharing laughs at team outings, enjoying monthly lunches, or celebrating milestones together, we make time to connect, have fun, and grow as one team. 
  

• Diversity & Inclusion
  We thrive on different perspectives. Our strength lies in the unique experiences of our team — fostering a collaborative, inclusive space where everyone’s voice matters.

• Growth & Advancement
  We don’t just hire — we invest. With a “hire-to-retire” mindset, we offer clear career paths, professional development, and advancement opportunities at every stage.

• Support for Continuing Education
  Your goals matter. That’s why we provide tuition discounts, CME libraries, RBT training, university discounts, ongoing mentorship and paid training. We’re helping you level up your skills and chase your career dreams. 

• Benefits and Perks Created to Support You
  Enjoy competitive PTO, paid sick leave, health/dental/vision coverage, and a 401K with match — because great work deserves great benefits.

• Student Loan Support Program

Receive up to $24,000 in tuition assistance. 

Responsibilities

BCBA Area Director Job Description:

The Area Director is responsible for the daily oversight of clinical quality for their Supervising Clinicians (BCBAs) team. This position is considered a leadership role within Golden Steps. The ideal candidate will be able to lead, direct, supervise, and implement clinical initiatives and programs. This role will also provide mentorship and professional development for their team, assisting them in overcoming challenges and answering questions. Solid communication skills and openness to feedback are necessary. The Area Director should be organized and self-sufficient to perform in this role successfully.

Qualifications

What you will do:

The below reflects the essential functions considered necessary for a Area Director and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job or assigned by supervisory personnel. This job description is used as a guide only and is not inclusive of all responsibilities and job duties.

• Mentor and manage a team of Supervising Clinicians.

• Lead a team of Supervising Clinicians to provide the highest quality of ABA therapy through appropriate programming, client education, and hour recommendations.
• Conduct weekly one on ones to review performance metrics and client files.
• Conduct quarterly fidelity assessments to drive quality and consistency throughout the organization.

• Provide clinical oversight of all clienteles to drive compliance and retention to achieve optimal outcomes.

• Review initial and six-month assessments conducted by your direct report BCBAs to guarantee clinically accurate goals, programming, and hour recommendations.
• Conduct monthly case reviews of your team members' clients to ensure appropriate progress.
• Ensure clients and parents are engaged in and completely satisfied with the services provided to them.
• Review all proposed  discharges/graduations for appropriateness.

• Champion clinical initiatives with the team of Supervising Clinicians and Behavior Technicians.

• Ensure all initiatives developed by the Quality Assurance Team are understood, accepted, and implemented.
• Consistently train and lead the team to drive to the highest quality of ABA therapy being delivered and best outcomes being achieved.

1. Attend corporate meetings and training as scheduled.

• Attend training to earn CEUs and hear company updates as offered.
• Conduct monthly group BCBA.

1. Promote the growth of Golden Steps and assist in the pursuit of business opportunities.

• Build relationships with current referral sources.
• Comply with all necessary payor requirements to drive referral source satisfaction.
• Communicate with potential candidates seeking employment opportunities to assist in team growth. Including conducting clinical interviews with potential new staff members.

• Oversee the appropriate supervision of the assigned caseload per Golden Steps leadership guidelines.
• Ensure no less than 10% supervision occurs (20% preferred) and no less than one parent training hour per month occurs.
• Complete and submit all initial assessments, and reassessments within the clinical timelines for appropriate authorization of services.

• Leading and maintaining staff by orienting and training team members.
• Ensuring the daily functions of the team are completed by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Managing, coaching, and developing a high-performing team that meets agreed objectives and which delivers best practice results, added value, and continuous improvements.
• Conduct supervision overlaps with all BCBAs to ensure programming is appropriate, updated and aligns with the client’s needs.
• Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of them.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Interpersonal Demands

• Frequent interaction with supervisor, senior leaders, and other teams. The ability to work in a high-stress environment, accept constructive feedback and work on areas of improvement, and manage interpersonal conflicts with trainees, supervisors, co-workers, or other team members is essential.

• Supervising Clinicians (BCBA/BC)
• Behavior Technicians (BT/ RBT)