Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Early Intervention Clinic

DIVISION: Administration

REPORTS TO: VP of Clinical Services

SUPERVISES: 3-10

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Director of the Early Intervention Clinic and Academy provides strategic and operational leadership for all clinical services delivered within these programs. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality ethical and evidence-based ABA services while maintaining compliance with all regulatory licensing and accreditation requirements.

Guided by Behavioral Health Allies Core ValuesEmpower Through Innovation Integrity in Action Advocate with Passion Leaders in Learning Compassionate Care Always and Sustainable Growth Lasting Impactthe Clinical Director champions clinical excellence staff development and data-driven decision-making. This position plays a critical role in advancing BHAs mission by ensuring clinical integrity strong outcomes for individuals served and sustainable program growth across both Early Intervention and Academy settings.

This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation including maintaining continuous alertness providing direct supervision driving individuals served as required and administering medications as trained

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Licensure & Certification:

Masters or Doctoral degree in Applied Behavior Analysis Psychology Special Education or a related field from an accredited program.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required.

Active Missouri and/or Kansas LBA licensure as applicable to service locations.

Completion of BACB-required supervision training (8-hour supervision course)

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in ABA service delivery including at least 3 years in a clinical leadership or supervisory role.

Demonstrated experience overseeing multidisciplinary clinical teams and complex service models.

Experience in Early Intervention school-based/academy settings or intensive behavioral programs preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication skills (written verbal and visual).
• Ability to manage multiple projects with excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Strong ethical standards professionalism and commitment to BHAs mission.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and strong judgment when representing the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong professional judgment initiative and reliability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership collaboration and ethical professionalism.
• Commitment to ethical standards confidentiality professional integrity and fiscal responsibility.
• Advanced knowledge of ABA methodologies ethical standards and clinical best practices.
• Strong leadership coaching and performance management skills.
• Ability to analyze clinical operational and financial data to guide decision-making.
• Proficiency with clinical documentation systems data platforms and Microsoft Office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Empower Through Innovation

Lead the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical models tools and systems that improve service quality and efficiency.

Evaluate and optimize clinical platforms data systems and service delivery methods to enhance fidelity and outcomes.

Identify opportunities for innovation in treatment programming supervision models and service expansion.

Integrity in Action

Ensure all clinical services comply with BACB ethical standards state licensing requirements payer regulations and BHA policies.

Maintain strict confidentiality of client family and employee information including full adherence to HIPAA and PHI standards.

Model ethical decision-making and address clinical or compliance concerns promptly and transparently.

Advocate with Passion

Serve as a clinical advocate for clients families and staff by ensuring appropriate services resources and supports.

Participate in intake reviews and determine clinical appropriateness for services in alignment with BHA criteria.

Collaborate with schools medical providers and community partners to support integrated care.

Leaders in Learning

Provide mentorship supervision and professional development for BCBAs BCaBAs provisional staff and trainees.

Ensure supervision and training meet BACB licensure and organizational standards.

Foster a culture of continuous learning feedback and clinical excellence.

Compassionate Care Always

Ensure individualized person-centered treatment plans that reflect dignity respect and meaningful progress for each client.

Support families and caregivers through responsive communication intake engagement and ongoing collaboration.

Promote a trauma-informed supportive culture across Early Intervention and Academy environments.

Sustainable Growth Lasting Impact

Oversee clinical capacity staffing models and utilization to support program sustainability and growth.

Collaborate with billing and finance teams to ensure accurate documentation authorization utilization and revenue integrity.

Monitor clinical performance metrics including outcomes productivity and service efficiency.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Oversight & Service Delivery

Oversee assessment treatment planning implementation and progress monitoring for all clients served.

Review and approve clinical documentation assessments and treatment plans in accordance with BHA policies.

Ensure data-driven decision-making and timely adjustments to treatment plans.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Implement and maintain quality assurance systems to monitor clinical fidelity outcomes and compliance.

Conduct audits reviews and corrective action planning as needed.

Stay current on regulatory changes accreditation standards and industry best practices.

Staff Development & Supervision

Directly and indirectly supervise clinical staff ensuring adequate support coaching and performance feedback.

Conduct performance evaluations and support career growth and succession planning.

Oversee onboarding training and ongoing competency development for clinical teams.

Financial & Operational Stewardship

Monitor clinical-related financial metrics including authorization usage productivity and cost efficiency.

Support timely and accurate billing through oversight of documentation and service delivery alignment.

Complete time and expense reporting in accordance with company policy.

Collaboration & Leadership

Serve on and chair clinical committees as assigned.

Collaborate closely with executive leadership operations education and clinical partners.

Support organizational initiatives accreditation efforts and strategic planning.

Other Duties

Perform special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.

Communicate promptly regarding any changes in licensure or certification status that may impact role eligibility.

Attend required meetings trainings and professional development sessions.

Conduct staff training supervision and performance evaluations as assigned.

Participate in on-call rotations for behavioral crisis response.

Complete all documentation billing and reporting requirements in accordance with BHA and regulatory guidelines.

Uphold BHAs mission and values in all work performed.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS

Medical/Dental/Vision

Participate in The 2P Plan - new bonus program that grows with you!

OnDemand Pay (get your pay when you need it)

Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short/Long Term Disability

401K matching

Additional $100 wellness benefit on top of your regular pay after 90 days!

Referral bonus and more!

ASK ABOUT OUR 2P PLAN

Great things happen when talented professionals are supported to grow and develop. Our Premier Professionals (2P) Plan is our way of investing in you and building a bright future together. More than a tiered incentive plan 2P grows with you. Elevate your career advance professionally and feel truly valued for your contributions. Offering special 2P bonuses paid out 2x a year. Find meaning opportunity growth and more as a 2P Professional with BHA.

Starting Salary: Our compensation is competitive within the market. The starting rate for this position begins at $71410.87 annually with your final offer based on a combination of your education relevant experience and overall qualifications.