ABA Program Director

Therapy Smarts, Inc; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonuses

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401K for full-time employees

Continuing education reimbursement

Yearly performance BONUS

Referral BONUS

Job summary

A leading ABA therapy provider in Chapel Hill is seeking an ABA Program Director. In this role, you will oversee clinic operations, manage staff, and ensure quality service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a relevant field and BCBA/QBA certification. This position offers a competitive salary of $100,000 to $120,000 per year and numerous additional benefits, including PTO, health insurance, and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in ABA and managing professionals.
• Ability to scale operations effectively.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinic operations for service delivery.
• Supervise and mentor ABA professionals.
• Conduct behavior assessments and programs.
• Develop strategic initiatives to enhance client outcomes.
• Build relationships with clients and community partners.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology or related field

BCBA/QBA certification

Job description

Full-time Description

Therapy Smarts is looking for an ABA Program Director who will directly oversee clinic operations to ensure efficacy and efficiency of all aspects of service delivery, including management, supervision, and direct therapy.

The ABA Program Director will present with a passion for working with children and families in a supportive, collaborative, and fun environment, and to enhance the lives of those we serve and the families who love them through improving the clients’ functional level.

Key Responsibilities (and other duties as assigned)

• Lead and manage all aspects of the agency’s operations, including program development, staff supervision, and client services.


• Supervise and mentor a team of ABA professionals, providing guidance on best practices and promoting professional development.


• Conduct behavior assessments and facilitate behavior programs based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).


• Facilitate parent training and support families during their engagement with Therapy Smarts Inc.


• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and quality assurance measures.


• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to scale agency services and enhance client outcomes.


• Foster a positive, collaborative work culture that encourages team engagement and innovation.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, families, and community partners.


• Conduct Functional Assessments and Functional Analysis of all problem behaviors when needed and clinically warranted.


• Cover sessions in case of emergency.

Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)/Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) certification required.


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


• Extensive experience in ABA, with a strong understanding of evidence-based practices.


• Proven experience managing and supervising ABA professionals, with a focus on team development.


• Demonstrated ability to scale operations and manage multiple sites effectively.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities.

Setting

• Our state‑of‑the‑art Sensory Clinics, located in Durham and Chapel Hill


• Naturalistic preschool setting within our clinic.

Benefits that set us apart – Exceptional earnings potential! One of the best you will find.

• Competitive compensation with monthly incentive bonuses


• PTO (Paid Time Off)


• Paid federal holidays


• Up to 5 days off during the end‑of‑year shutdown


• Continuing education reimbursement


• License Dues Reimbursement


• Company iPad


• Health, Vision, and dental insurance for full‑time employees


• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account


• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability


• 401K to full‑time employees


• Yearly performance BONUS


• Referral BONUS


• Fun, multi‑disciplinary setting with supervision and mentorship programs


• Opportunity for growth within the company – Leadership and management opportunities open to all

Additional Benefits

• Office staff for intake, billing, and support, meaning you only have to treat and complete your documentation!


• Report templates for easy report writing


• Web‑based, electronic documentation system

Take the next steps to a new opportunity and a new career. Let Therapy Smarts inspire you to work hard, succeed, and create miracles for our clients, together.

Working as a therapist for Therapy Smarts is not another job; it is a meaningful career.

Interested candidates should contact Luis at [e-mail]

Salary Description

$100,000 - $120,000 per year