Clinical Director, BCBA

Accel Therapies; Phelan (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and 8 paid holidays

401(k) with up to 4% match

Frequent team events and social lunches

Involvement in innovative research initiatives

Job summary

Accel Therapies is hiring for the role of Clinical Director to lead their center-based teams in Phelan, California. This pivotal role combines clinical and operational responsibilities, emphasizing leadership that empowers staff and ensures high-quality outcomes for families. As a Clinical Director, you’ll provide guidance, develop training plans, and oversee treatment quality while maintaining a balanced caseload.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or doctoral degree in ABA or related fields, an active BCBA certification, and leadership skills. The company offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a supportive work environment focusing on clinician well-being.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in ABA, including supervisory experience.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• TB test, immunization records, and background check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision for Clinical Supervisors.
• Oversee the client experience from intake through ongoing care.
• Conduct and review functional behavior assessments (FBAs).
• Ensure high clinical standards through QA activities.

Skills

Leadership and management

Collaboration

Data-driven decision-making

Spanish-speaking

Education

Master’s or doctoral degree in ABA, Psychology, or a related field

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

Tools

Scheduling software

Electronic data platforms

Job description

Location: Victorville, CA (Bear Valley Road, 92395)
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Work Setting: In-person, Center-based ABA
Remote/ Work From Home Flexibility (with eligibility): 2 WFH days per week
Total Earnings Potential: $104-109,000 in your first year

• $95-100K annual base salary
• Up to $9,000 annual performance bonus (paid monthly)

Other Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• (2 weeks) Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% match (vested after 1 year)
• Frequent team events, social lunches, and a positive center culture
• Involvement in innovative research initiatives and academic collaborations, including work with UCLA

About the Role

Accel Therapies is seeking experienced and mission-driven Clinical Directors (BCBAs) to lead our center-based teams. This leadership role blends clinical excellence with operational and staff development responsibilities. As a Clinical Director, you’ll mentor Clinical Supervisors, guide program integrity, and help drive high-quality outcomes for the families we serve.

We value leadership that empowers others — you’ll have the tools and support to lead effectively without being stretched thin. We prioritize structure, collaboration, and clinician well-being, allowing you to focus on what matters most: delivering transformational care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide leadership and supervision for Clinical Supervisors (pod leaders)
• Oversee the client experience from intake through ongoing care
• Conduct and review functional behavior assessments (FBAs)
• Ensure high clinical standards through QA activities and data-driven decision-making
• Monitor and guide treatment planning and progress
• Maintain up to 25 billable hours/week (full-time) providing QA oversight and clinical support to BCBAs, without carrying a direct caseload
• Develop individualized training plans and lead onboarding for new clinicians
• Support and evaluate BCBA and Program Supervisor performance
• Collaborate with Operations Managers to strategically assign caseloads
• Lead BCBA and PS hiring efforts at your center
• Contribute to the organization’s strategic growth initiatives

What You Bring

• A completed Master’s or doctoral degree in ABA, Psychology, or a related field
• An active, unexpired Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in ABA, including supervisory experience
• Proven leadership and management skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and teams
• Comfort using technology (e.g., scheduling software, electronic data platforms)
• TB test, immunization records, and background check clearance
• Spanish-speaking is a plus

Why Accel Therapies

At Accel Therapies, we believe great leadership makes all the difference. As a Clinical Director, you’ll be at the heart of that vision — building empowered teams, supporting families, and shaping the future of our clinical model. With a balanced caseload and strong clinical infrastructure, you'll be able to focus on delivering meaningful care while expanding your leadership and strategic impact.