BCBA Clinical Director

Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

401(k) with company match

Health benefits

Job summary

Action Behavior Centers (ABC) seeks a BCBA Clinical Director to lead center clinical teams, mentor clinicians, and ensure high-quality, compassionate ABA care for children with autism. The role includes supervising RBTs, overseeing assessments, and advancing clinical practices within a collaborative environment.

You will work in Matthews, NC, with a focus on mentorship, supervision hours, and ongoing professional development, including CEUs and access to our Compassionate Care Team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, or education.
• At least two years of experience as a practicing BCBA.
• Active BCBA certification with BACB and licensure in applicable states.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor BCBAs, RBTs, and student analysts to support professional growth and clinical skills.
• Oversee assessments and ensure goals are individualized, data-driven, and family-collaborative.
• Monitor progress and adjust goals as needed for each child.
• Maintain clinical quality and compliance with ethical standards and state requirements.
• Train teammates on clinical best practices and ABA strategies.

Skills

BCBA supervision

Mentoring clinicians

Data-driven treatment planning

Education

Master's degree in behavior analysis

Tools

CentralReach

Job description

View all careers Interview Guide Position: BCBA Clinical Director Location: Matthews, NC Job Id: 36216 # of Openings: 1

Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) Clinical Director

We're a responsive employer. Expect to hear from us within 2-3 business days of applying, so keep an eye on your phone and email for interview scheduling.

At Action Behavior Centers (ABC), we help autistic children build communication, social, and independence skills through evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. Our BCBA Clinical Directors are at the heart of that mission. They lead center clinical teams, mentor clinicians, and make sure every child and family receives high-quality, compassionate care.

Why ABC?

• Our children and families: We keep caseloads small and center our work on compassionate care in ABA.

• Our culture: Our Core Values of Caring, Excellence, Team, Learning, and Fun guide how we work every day.

• Our community: We stay grounded in our why, which is the difference we make in the lives of children, families, and teammates.

The role at a glance

• Position: Full-time, permanent, in-center

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours

• Total compensation: Up to $117,000 per year, with more earning potential based on center size, mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians® (RBTs®), and supervising assigned trainees

• Caseload: Up to eight children

Compensation & bonuses

• Total compensation package: Your pay combines a competitive base salary, performance bonuses, mentorship bonuses, and long-term ownership in the company.

• Monthly performance bonuses: Bonuses are uncapped and start at 26 hours of treatment delivery per week, so you won't wait months to qualify.

• Mentorship bonuses: Earn bonus pay for providing supervision hours to RBTs pursuing a master's degree in behavior analysis.

• Certification bonuses: Get rewarded for each teammate who earns certification under your supervision.

• Relocation packages: Get financial support to make your move easier.

• 401(k) with company match: Start investing in your future right away with help from ABC's company match.

Schedule & work-life balance

• Remote work: Work from home up to three days per month, based on performance and center needs, plus up to 16 additional assessment-related days per year.

• 29 days off in your first year: Your time off includes holidays, paid time off (PTO), continuing education unit (CEU) days, and flex days. Guilt-free rest is encouraged!

• Manageable caseloads: Support up to eight children, so you're set up to succeed without burning out.

• No non-compete agreements: If you leave ABC, you're free to take your next role wherever you choose.

Career growth & clinical leadership

• Career growth: Advance from Clinical Director to Senior Clinical Director, Group Clinical Director, and Regional Clinical Director.

• Training and development: Join Dr. Gregory Hanley's Compassionate Care Team to mentor and train clinicians in evidence-based ABA.

• Research and innovation: Collaborate with Dr. Linda LeBlanc at the Action Institute to advance treatment outcomes, transparency, equity, and clinical quality.

• Clinical guidance: Learn from ABC's Clinical Advisory Board and Compassionate Care Team, including Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Charna Mintz, Dr. Gregory Hanley, Dr. Linda LeBlanc, Dr. Patricia Wright, Dr. Dorothea Lerman, Dr. Malika Pritchett, Dr. Mahshid Ghaemmaghami, and Dr. Anthony Cammilleri.

Education & support

• Continuing education: Earn 10 or more no-cost, in-house CEUs each year. You'll also receive funds for outside training courses and two paid CEU days.

• Student loan repayment assistance: ABC contributes toward your student loans each year.

Health, family & wellness

• Health benefits: Choose from best-in-class medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), and health savings account (HSA) options.

• Family support: Receive up to $3,000 in maternity and paternity financial assistance. You'll also have short-term disability options that can equal eight weeks of paid leave.

• Unique perks: First Stop Health virtual care for you and up to seven household members, a Calm membership for you and your family, DoorDash DashPass, Milk Stork breast milk shipping while you travel, a SNOO smart sleeper for new parents, and more.

Your role

As a BCBA Clinical Director, you'll:

• Lead and mentor BCBAs, RBTs, and student analysts to support their professional growth and clinical skills.

• Oversee assessments and make sure goals are individualized, data-driven, and set in collaboration with families.

• Monitor each child's progress and adjust goals as needed.

• Maintain clinical quality and compliance with ethical standards, state regulations, payer requirements, and current best practices in ABA.

• Train teammates on clinical best practices and ABA strategies.

• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other providers to support goal-setting, progress monitoring, and transparency in treatment.

• Build a culture of teamwork, accountability, and professional development within your center.

What you'll bring

Requirements:

• Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, or education

• At least two years of experience as a practicing BCBA

• Active BCBA certification with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (BACB®), plus licensure in applicable states

Preferred:

• Experience with CentralReach

You'll thrive here if you:

• Lead with integrity, accountability, and compassion.

• Stay organized and solve problems in a busy clinical environment.

• Are willing to travel to nearby centers for collaboration and support.

About ABC

At Action Behavior Centers (ABC), we help children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) reach milestone moments. Compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do, and our highly trained clinicians deliver evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Our autism services include diagnostic support, 1:1 individualized Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI), parent training, and school readiness programs across hundreds of centers in Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas. Because no family should have to wait for help, ABC offers immediate access to care.

We’re proud to support thousands of families with a diverse, dedicated team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts ® (BCBAs ® ), Registered Behavior Technicians ® (RBTs ® ), and other clinicians who are shaping the future of compassionate autism care.

Life at ABC

See what life at ABC looks like on Instagram and Facebook , and read what our teammates say about growing with us on LinkedIn .

ABC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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