Neurodevelopmental Program Lead — Interdisciplinary Care

Nexus Children's Hospital; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Children's Hospital – Dallas is seeking a New Directions Program Director to lead the neurodevelopmental program, coordinating care for patients with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related conditions. You will guide clinical strategy, implement evidence-based care, and ensure integrated services across disciplines within the hospital system.

The role requires strategic leadership, program development expertise, and strong collaboration with hospital leadership,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in ABA, psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
• Five years of progressive behavioral health experience with leadership exposure.
• Two years of leadership experience overseeing staff, program operations, and outcomes.
• Pediatric or neurodevelopmental experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the New Directions program across clinical and administrative domains.
• Refine program structure, pathways, and standards to meet neurodevelopmental patient needs.
• Lead interdisciplinary care integration and coordinated treatment planning across teams.
• Oversee admissions criteria, patient placement, and transitions to home, school, or community settings.
• Monitor program performance, safety, and quality outcomes; drive improvement initiatives.
• Manage budgets, staffing plans, and resource priorities for the program.

Skills

Leadership

Program development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Staff supervision

Communication

Data reporting

Education

Master's degree in ABA or related field

Doctoral degree preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Nexus Children's Hospital – Dallas is seeking a New Directions Program Director to lead the neurodevelopmental program, coordinating care for patients with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related conditions. You will guide clinical strategy, implement evidence-based care, and ensure integrated services across disciplines within the hospital system.

The role requires strategic leadership, program development expertise, and strong collaboration with hospital leadership,