Clinical Director (BCBA) Position in Kennesaw, GA - Clinic-Based, Full-Time

Nucleus Healthcare; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Match

Health insurance

Paid time off + 1 personal floating holiday

Professional development assistance (including CEU support)

Job summary

Nucleus Healthcare is hiring a Clinical Director/Board Certified Behavior Analyst in Kennesaw, GA to lead a small team in delivering quality therapeutic services. The successful candidate will develop and oversee individualized treatment plans within a supportive clinic environment. This role offers a competitive salary range of $91,000-$101,000 plus bonuses, with regular hours and a focus on professional development.

Required qualifications include a Master’s degree relevant to BCBA certification and experience in pediatric settings. Benefits include health insurance, a retirement plan with matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a BCBA in a pediatric ABA setting.
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or Clinical Director / Lead BCBA experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in an in-clinic, early-intervention pediatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist BCBAs in initial and ongoing assessments for new and existing clients.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized ABA treatment plans.
• Supervise and coach BCBAs and RBTs through direct and indirect supervision.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field

Current BCBA certification

Current LBA in the state of GA

Job description

Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Director/Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our trusted partner in Kennesaw, GA.

We’re partnering with a privately owned, multi-disciplinary pediatric practice founded in 2013 with three locations across Georgia. The company provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech Therapy, and Occupational Therapy and is committed to ethical, evidence-based care for children and their families. They value employees, foster a collaborative and positive culture, and maintain a highly competitive pay scale and low turnover for both BCBAs and RBTs.

Job Title & Details

• Job Title: Clinical Director/BCBA
• Salary: Annual base salary ranges from $91,000-$101,000 (not including bonuses)
• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (Clinic operating hours 8:30am-5pm. BCBAs and CD rotate on an open/close schedule, which requires each BCBA to open and close 1 day/week)
• Setting: Clinic, in-person
• Caseload: Approximately 3 full-time clients
• Location: Kennesaw, GA

Clinical Director Job Responsibilities

• Assist BCBAs in initial and ongoing assessments for new and existing clients.
• Use tools such as VB‑MAPP, ABLLS, AFLS, and PEAK to guide treatment planning.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized ABA treatment plans.
• Supervise and coach BCBAs and RBTs through direct and indirect supervision, modeling, and performance feedback.
• Review and audit RBT documentation to ensure accuracy and clinical quality.
• Support BCBAs in parent and caregiver training to support generalization of skills at home and in the community.
• Collaborate with Speech‑Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other team members as part of a multi‑disciplinary care model.
• Coordinate with the on‑site Center Manager on staff scheduling, caseload balance, and clinic operations.
• Maintain timely, thorough, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Uphold TLC’s commitment to ethical, family‑centered, evidence‑based services.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Small, in‑clinic caseload: ~3 full‑time early‑intervention clients (no in‑home travel required)
• Lead a small team of 2 BCBAs
• Reasonable hours: Therapy hours typically between 8:30am‑4:00pm or 9:00am‑5:00pm, Monday–Friday (no evenings or weekends).
• Protected admin time: Built into your schedule for supervision, documentation, and collaboration.
• Leadership opportunity: Lead a small, tight‑knit team of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and BCBAs.
• Competitive pay & growth: $90,000–$101,000 base salary (depending on experience) + bonus opportunities and a clear path for growth as a Clinical Director.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field that meets BCBA eligibility requirements (Required).
• Current BCBA certification in good standing (Required).
• Current LBA in the state of GA (Required).
• At least 3 years of experience as a BCBA in a pediatric ABA setting (Preferred).
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or Clinical Director / Lead BCBA experience (Preferred but not required).
• Strong skills in supervising and developing RBTs and leading small clinical teams.
• Comfortable working in an in‑clinic, early‑intervention pediatric setting.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to ethical practice and high‑quality clinical care.

Benefits

• 401(k) + Match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off + 1 personal floating holiday
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development assistance (including CEU support)
• Referral program

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.