Director of ABA Clinical Services

centriaautism; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual, all-inclusive vacation for two

early wage access

401k with company match

full benefits package

Job summary

Centria Autism seeks an experienced Director of Clinical Services to lead clinical teams, mentor BCBA leaders, and drive clinical excellence across the region.

You will oversee client care, ensure evidence-based, assent-based ABA practices, and partner with operations to align staffing, caseloads, and service quality. This leadership role includes ongoing professional development and a path to area leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience leading clinical teams in autism services.
• Strong supervisory track record and mentorship abilities.
• Crisis management skills and data-driven decision making.
• Fluency with assent-based ABA and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Drive Client Progress - oversee treatment plans and monitor outcomes to ensure individualized, evidence-based care.
• Mentor Clinical Teams - lead supervisors through feedback, case reviews, and ongoing coaching.
• Lead Clinical Excellence - evaluate supervision practices and clinical impact across the region.
• Deliver Targeted Training - run workshops to enhance clinician performance and best practices.
• Collaborate Across Functions - align staffing, caseloads, compliance, and service quality with operations.
• Support Elevate Growth - contribute to practicum supervision and mentorship programs.
• Champion the Centria Experience - conduct caregiver check-ins and maintain engagement with families.

Job description

Are you an experienced BCBA ready to lead a team, shape clinical quality, and make a lasting impact? At Centria Autism, our Directors of Clinical Services are more than managers, they're mentors, collaborators, and drivers of clinical excellence.

Compensation & Incentives

Earn a base salary of $100,000-$110,000, plus bonus opportunities (typically averaging $2,500/month).

Why Lead with Centria?

• Lead with Impact - Oversee clinical teams and client care, ensuring high-quality ABA therapy that is compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based.
• Support a Team That Cares - Coach and guide Supervising Clinicians (BCBAs) and Behavior Technicians with consistent feedback, hands-on modeling, and regular check-ins.
• Built-In Support Systems - Partner with Area Directors, operations leaders, and the Clinical Excellence Team to ensure your teams and families have what they need to succeed.
• Assent-Based, Ethical ABA - Champion a clinical model rooted in assent, Practical Functional Assessment, and Skills-Based Treatment, fully integrated into Centria's systems.
• Career Growth That's Clear - Gain access to advanced leadership training, clinical forums, and opportunities to move into area leadership roles.

Support Systems Wherever You Land

• Clinical Directors, Area Clinical Directors, and Clinical Excellence Leaders
• Dedicated scheduling, admin, and operational support
• Peer network across markets for connection and mentorship

We Invest in You

From CEU stipends and paid CEU days to exclusive internal training events, we're serious about keeping you sharp and helping you level up.

Perks That Actually Matter

• Annual, all-inclusive vacation for two
• early wage access
• 401k with company match
• full benefits package

Your Role & Impact as a Director of Clinical Services

• Drive Client Progress - Support your team in making data-driven decisions by reviewing treatment plans, monitoring outcomes, and ensuring every child receives individualized, evidence-based care.
• Mentor Clinical Teams - Lead, coach, and develop Supervising Clinicians through regular case reviews, performance feedback, and ongoing support to ensure consistent, high-quality therapy.
• Lead Clinical Excellence - Use Centria's internal tools and standards to evaluate treatment fidelity, supervision practices, and clinical impact across your team.
• Deliver Targeted Training - Facilitate skill-building workshops and group training for Supervising Clinicians and Behavior Technicians to enhance clinical performance and maintain best practices.
• Collaborate Across Functions - Partner with Area Directors and Operations Leaders to align staffing, caseloads, compliance, and service quality across your region.
• Support Elevate Growth - Contribute to the development of future clinicians by supporting our Elevate practicum supervision and mentorship program.
• Champion the Centria Experience - Conduct caregiver check-ins and ensure families feel supported, heard, and engaged throughout their journey with Centria.

What You'll Need

• Experience That Matters - At least 3 years of experience working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in a clinical setting.
• Leadership Background - 3+ years of supervisory experience preferred, OR a strong track record of successful case oversight and Behavior Technician mentorship at Centria (minimum 2 years), with preference given to those who have mentored practicum students.
• Crisis Management Skills - Experience navigating challenging clinical situations and supporting teams through high-stress moments is highly valued.
• Clinical Fluency in Best Practices - Familiarity with Practical Functional Assessment (PFA), Skills-Based Treatment (SBT), and assent-based ABA practices preferred.

Centria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.