BCBA Leader: Autism ABA Program & Team Mentor

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a BCBA Leader to guide ABA programming for children with autism in the Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. You will mentor BCBA and ABA staff and shape evidence-based interventions.

You will partner with families, educators, and clinical teams to deliver training and ensure high-quality services, while expanding program impact across the health system. This role supports non-traditional hours and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a developmental field (e.g., education, psychology, speech language pathology)
• Two years of hands-on ABA-T experience providing direct services to children with autism spectrum disorders
• One year of BCBA experience demonstrating leadership
• Board Certification (BCBA) by the national Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours and stay connected via phone/email to support clinical staff
• Experience consulting with families, educators, and clinical staff (highly valued)

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor BCBA and ABA staff, fostering a culture of clinical excellence, professional development, and evidence-based practice
• Develop, implement, and refine comprehensive ABA intervention programs tailored to children with autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities
• Provide expert clinical supervision and consultation to ensure quality service delivery and staff competency
• Partner with families, educators, and clinical staff to deliver collaborative training and support that empowers stakeholders in supporting children's progress
• Contribute to program growth and visibility through strategic business development, marketing initiatives, and community engagement
• Identify and pursue philanthropic opportunities to enhance program resources and reach
• Actively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, holistic care for children and families
• Maintain availability to clinical staff and CADD leadership through flexible communication and responsiveness to emerging clinical needs

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

ABA programming

Family collaboration

Education

Master's degree in developmental field

BCBA certification

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a BCBA Leader to guide ABA programming for children with autism in the Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. You will mentor BCBA and ABA staff and shape evidence-based interventions.

You will partner with families, educators, and clinical teams to deliver training and ensure high-quality services, while expanding program impact across the health system. This role supports non-traditional hours and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to