Clinical Director ABA Clinic

Aflaba; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 days remote per month

18 days PTO + 6 holidays

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision, life, short‑/

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

Adapt For Life in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Clinical Director (BCBA) to lead our ABA Therapy and Autism Center. The role focuses on clinical leadership, staff development, and ensuring high-quality learner outcomes in a clinic setting.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's in ABA or related field, BCBA, and 3+ years of BCBA leadership experience, with strong coaching, data analysis, and ethics knowledge. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in ABA, Psychology, or related field.
• BCBA certification and Licensed Behavior Analyst where required.
• At least 3 years of BCBA experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience with evidence-based treatment design and data analysis.
• Knowledge of ethics, payer requirements, and ABA best practices.
• Ongoing CEUs in supervision, ethics, OBM, and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical quality and ABA service delivery within the clinic.
• Mentor and develop BCBAs, RBTs, and other staff.
• Ensure individualized, ethical, and effective treatment plans.
• Monitor outcomes, documentation quality, and compliance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff development.
• Foster strong relationships with families and train caregivers.
• Collaborate with other professionals to coordinate care.
• Partner with Operations to support clinic performance and hours.
• Cultivate a positive, accountable clinic culture.
• Champion Adapt For Life's mission and core values.

Skills

Leadership & coaching

Communication

Data analysis

Clinical supervision

Ethics & payer requirements

Program development

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field

BCBA certification

Licensed Behavior Analyst (where required)

Job description

Description

Clinical Director

Wilmington, NC | Full-Time | Clinic-based

Join Adapt For Life

Adapt For Life is seeking an experienced Clinical Director (BCBA) to lead our ABA Therapy and Autism Center in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Our mission is simple: to positively impact as many lives as possible through exceptional ABA therapy.

As a privately owned and operated organization, we believe great clinical outcomes start with great people. Our Clinical Directors lead their teams, develop clinicians, strengthen clinic culture, and ensure learners and families receive high-quality, individualized care.

Our Core Values

• Compassion: Show You Care
• Honesty & Integrity: Do The Right Thing
• Respect: Treat Others How They Want To Be Treated
• Growth Mindset: Bloom Where You Are Planted
• Building Relationships: Make Everyone Feel Like Someone

Why Join Adapt For Life?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Additional earning opportunities through our Dynamic Salary Clinical Compensation Program
• Clinical caseloads designed with CASP guidelines in mind
• 2 work-from-home days per month
• 18 days of PTO + 6 paid holidays
• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and supplemental benefits
• Direct support and mentorship from Regional Clinical Leadership
• Free CEU opportunities through AFL, CASP, and CentralReach
• Dedicated operational support so you can focus on clinical leadership, your team, and learner outcomes

What You'll Do

• Lead clinical quality and ABA service delivery within the clinic.
• Mentor, develop, and support BCBAs, RBTs, and other clinical team members.
• Ensure treatment plans and services are individualized, evidence-based, ethical, and effective.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, documentation quality, and compliance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance development of clinical staff.
• Build strong relationships with learners' families and support effective caregiver training.
• Collaborate with other professionals involved in learner care.
• Partner with Operations and regional leadership to support clinic performance and authorized treatment hours.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative clinic culture.
• Champion Adapt For Life's mission and Core Values.

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field
• Current BCBA certification
• Applicable state licensure or eligibility for licensure
• 3+ years of experience as a BCBA, with leadership experience preferred
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Experience with evidence-based treatment design and data analysis
• Strong understanding of ethical standards, payer requirements, and ABA best practices
• Commitment to continued professional growth

Requirements

The ABA Therapy Clinical Director is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of ABA therapy programs, ensuring the highest quality of care for clients with autism and other developmental disabilities. This role involves clinical supervision, staff management, program development, administrative duties, and collaboration with families and other stakeholders.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:

1. Master's degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field.

2. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and Licensed Behavior Analyst (where required).

3. At least 3 years of experience in providing ABA therapy as a BCBA, with progressively increasing responsibilities.

4. Strong leadership and team management skills.

5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

6. Proficiency in data analysis and evidence-based treatment design.

7. Knowledge of relevant regulations, ethical guidelines, and best practices in ABA therapy.

8. Exhibit continuous professional growth with desire to continue learning as demonstrated by accruing on-going CEUs in supervision, ethics, OBM, and other relevant content areas.

The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

1. Clinical Oversight

2. Conduct initial assessments and create individualized treatment plans for clients when needed.

3. Provide ongoing clinical supervision, support, and leadership to Behavior Analysts, Behavior Technicians, and other staff.

4. Assist behavior analysts to ensure that therapy programs are evidence-based, ethically sound, and align with best practices in ABA therapy.

5. Guide problem solving among clinical teams.

6. Staff Management and Training:

7. Assist with recruitment, hiring, training, and managing a team of Behavior Analysts, Behavior Technicians, and support staff.

8. Provide effective feedback to Behavior Analysts, Behavior Technicians, and support staff.

9. Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge.

10. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to staff to ensure high-quality services.

11. Business Innovation:

12. Collaborate with other professionals, such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educators, to create comprehensive treatment plans.

13. Stay current in research and developments in ABA therapy to continually improve program effectiveness.

14. Develop and implement new treatment protocols and techniques based on evidence-based practices.

15. Conduct outreach activities in the community to ensure that related providers are aware of ABA and the excellent services offered by Adapt for Life team members.

16. Family Collaboration:

17. Maintain open and effective communication with clients' parents/guardians, keeping them informed about progress, goals, and strategies.

18. Provide training and guidance to clients’ parents/guardians to facilitate generalization of skills learned in therapy to the home and community settings.

19. Assist behavior analysts and behavior technicians to facilitate improved communication and interaction with clients’ parents/guardians.

20. Assist with team problem solving between clients’ parents/guardians and their clinical team members.

21. Administrative Responsibilities:

22. Ensure compliance with all company policies procedures as well as the legal and ethical guidelines related to the application of ABA therapy services.

23. Provide clinical oversight of behavior analysts session notes to ensure they meet the industry standards.

24. Manage scheduling, billing requirements, and documentation related to therapy services.

25. Assist team members in maintaining accurate and organized client records and documentation.

26. Quality Assurance:

27. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of therapy programs through data analysis and clinical observations.

28. Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness of therapy services such as treatment plan reviews and session note reviews.

29. Collaborate with BCBAs to maximize fulfillment of authorized treatment hours.

30. Leadership and Collaboration:

31. Collaborate with other departments and professionals within the organization to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to client care.

32. Participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities to stay current in the field.

33. Champion and foster a positive clinic culture and carry out the company’s mission with all team members.

34. Maintain a clean and presentable clinic environment