ABA Program Director

Therapy Smarts, Inc; Chapel Hill, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly incentive bonuses

PTO

Paid federal holidays

Yearly performance bonus

Continuing education reimbursement

License dues reimbursement

Company iPad

Health, Vision, and dental insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

401(k)

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Therapy Smarts, Inc. seeks an ABA Program Director to oversee all clinic operations, ensuring effective service delivery and supervision of the ABA team. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with families, and maintaining high-quality care.

The position requires BCBA/QBA certification and a Master’s degree, with a track record of scaling operations and improving client outcomes. On-site roles in Durham/Chapel Hill, NC offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BCBA/QBA certification required with 8+ years post-certification experience.
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• 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 professional development.
• Conduct behavior assessments and facilitate behavior programs based on ABA principles.
• Facilitate parent training and support families during 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 with team engagement and innovation.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, families, and community partners.
• Conduct Functional Assessments and Functional Analysis as needed.
• Cover sessions in case of emergency.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

ABA expertise

Program development

Client services

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

BCBA/QBA certification

Master's degree in ABA/Psychology

Job description

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.

Requirements

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, with at least 8 years of post-certification experience.
• 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
• 401 (k) for 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

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