ABA Clinical Director

Clinical Director

This position is located in Grand Blanc. In this role, the Clinical Director (board-certified behavior analyst) is primarily responsible for oversight of all clinical staff, clients and the clinics day to day needs.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provides direct instruction/ongoing supervision, training and support to all clinical staff
• Reviews all BCBA's quarterly Integrity Assessments, annual Evaluations & Goal Setting
• Work closely and ensure regular communication with management (staff, clinic, parents, insurance, authorizations, etc)
• Responsible for auditing authorizations
• Manages, monitors and delegates tasks for clinical staff as needed
• Ensures accuracy in billing of direct therapy, assessments, parent trainings, etc....
• Reviews authorization utilization and ensures maximization of authorizations
• Oversees the training of the clinical team (BCBAs, techs & trainers)
• Assist and support the interview/hiring process for BCBAs as needed
• In collaboration with executive management, determines new avenues for growth
• Adheres to professional and legal requirements, the principles of behavior analysis and always demonstrates sound professional judgment
• Maintain BCBA continuing education courses that are necessary by the BACB (32 credits every 2 years)
• Collaborates with community organizations to maximize community engagement
• Attends all relevant meetings for company growth
• Adequately demonstrates their abilities to work effectively as a part of a clinical team
• Provides ongoing supervision for employees seeking certification as a BCaBA or BCBA
• Develops rubric for practicum students
• Implements a competency-based curriculum for all practicum students
• Leads group supervision meetings bi-weekly
• Conducts and completes assessments regarding competency and document progress
• Completes documentation in compliance with BACB regulations regarding supervision
• Support consistency of client services; not limited to working a small caseload and/or supporting a client as needed.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors and community members
• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by the code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA laws
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics and technology in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards
• Must maintain a professional appearance with regard to clothing, grooming, hair and make-up
• Ensures neutrality when addressing conflict and guiding staff with problem solving skills and solutions as conflict may arise.