Clinical Director, Youth Autism Services: Lead & Elevate Care

The League For People with Disabilities; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The League for People with Disabilities is seeking a Clinical Director for Youth Autism Services in Baltimore, MD. The role leads clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day operations, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver individualized, evidence-informed autism services.

Ideal candidate demonstrates compassionate leadership, strong organizational skills, and experience balancing clinical excellence with program management and family collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in special education or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in autism, developmental disabilities, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership/supervisory or program management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of autism waiver regulations and related procedures.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Experience with compliance, quality assurance, and program development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic clinical direction and oversight for Youth Autism Services programs.
• Maintain clinical standards, procedures, and expectations for service delivery.
• Oversee development and review of individualized treatment and support plans.
• Ensure services are trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally responsive.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and implement corrective actions to improve quality.
• Lead staff supervision, training, and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Program development

Data analysis

Education

Master's or Doctorate in special education or related field

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The League for People with Disabilities is seeking a Clinical Director for Youth Autism Services in Baltimore, MD. The role leads clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and day-to-day operations, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver individualized, evidence-informed autism services.

Ideal candidate demonstrates compassionate leadership, strong organizational skills, and experience balancing clinical excellence with program management and family collaboration.