Clinical Director, BCBA – Lead Center-Based ABA (Hybrid)

Accel Therapies; Apple Valley (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 109,000; 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

Professional team events

Involvement in innovative research initiatives

Job summary

Accel Therapies is looking for a Clinical Director to provide leadership to center-based teams in Apple Valley, CA. This role requires strong clinical skills, a BCBA certification, and a commitment to operational excellence.

You will supervise Clinical Supervisors, maintain high treatment standards, and engage in strategic initiatives. Fostering an empowering work culture and delivering quality care is at the heart of this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in ABA, including supervisory experience.
• Proven leadership skills in a clinical setting.
• TB test, immunization records, and background check clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision for Clinical Supervisors.
• Oversee client experience from intake to ongoing care.
• Conduct and review functional behavior assessments (FBAs).
• Ensure high clinical standards and QA activities.
• Develop training plans and lead onboarding for new clinicians.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Experience in ABA

Comfort with technology

Ability to work with diverse teams

Spanish-speaking

Education

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

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

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 : 2 WFH days per week

Total Earnings Potential: $109-119,000 in your first year

• $100-110K 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.

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Location/Region: Apple Valley, CA (92307)