Assistant Clinical Director

Assistant Clinical DirectorJob Summary

Autism Therapeutic Services (ATS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Clinical Director to join our clinical leadership team. The Assistant Clinical Director will work closely with the Clinical Director to support the day-to-day clinical operations of the organization and ensure the delivery of high-quality, ethical, and individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services.

This position is ideal for an experienced BCBA who is passionate about clinical leadership, staff development, quality of care, and supporting children and individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. The Assistant Clinical Director will provide clinical guidance to BCBAs and behavior technicians, assist with clinical problem-solving, support treatment quality, and help ensure that clinical programs are implemented consistently and in accordance with applicable standards and best practices.

The successful candidate will be a strong clinical leader who is organized, collaborative, approachable, and committed to supporting both clients and the clinicians who serve them.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Clinical Director with the oversight and coordination of daily clinical operations.
• Provide clinical support, guidance, and mentorship to BCBAs and behavior technicians.
• You will be assigned a set number of BCBA's to oversee as assigned by management.
• Assist with monitoring the quality and effectiveness of client treatment programs.
• Review clinical documentation, treatment plans, progress notes, assessments, and other required clinical documentation to support quality and compliance.
• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing review of individualized ABA treatment programs.
• Assist with functional behavior assessments (FBAs), skill assessments, treatment planning, and other clinical assessments as appropriate to the individual's scope of practice.
• Participate in case reviews and clinical meetings and provide recommendations to support positive client outcomes.
• Assist with onboarding, training, competency development, and ongoing professional development of clinical staff.
• Support the Clinical Director with staff supervision, performance feedback, and clinical training initiatives.
• Help ensure BCBAs and BTs are following ATS clinical policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
• Assist with monitoring staff competency and implementation of evidence-based ABA practices.
• Support communication and collaboration among BCBAs, BTs, families, schools, and other members of the client's care team.
• Assist with client intake, transitions, and clinical coordination as needed.
• Help identify barriers to service delivery and work collaboratively with clinical and administrative leadership to develop solutions.
• Support compliance with applicable regulations, payer requirements, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
• Assist with quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across clinical services.
• Provide clinical coverage and support to the clinical team when needed.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA and other applicable privacy requirements.
• Perform other clinical leadership responsibilities as assigned by the Clinical Director.Qualifications: Required
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• LABA licence
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, Education, or a related field.
• Experience providing ABA services to children and/or individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Strong knowledge of ABA principles, evidence-based behavioral interventions, and ethical standards of practice.
• Experience conducting and/or overseeing functional behavior assessments, skill assessments, and individualized treatment planning.
• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and support to other clinicians or behavior technicians.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, clinical staff, administrative staff, schools, and other professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple clinical priorities while maintaining a high standard of care.
• Commitment to ethical, compassionate, and client-centered clinical practice.Preferred
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in an ABA or behavioral health organization.
• Experience supervising BCBAs and/or BTs.
• Experience supporting staff training and competency development.
• Experience with quality assurance, clinical compliance, or clinical operations.
• Experience working in home-based, school-based, and/or community-based ABA settings.
• Strong interest in developing and mentoring future clinical leaders.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a clinical leader who is not only knowledgeable in ABA, but who genuinely enjoys supporting other clinicians and helping them succeed. The ideal candidate is approachable, dependable, clinically strong, and comfortable stepping in to help solve problems.

The Assistant Clinical Director should be someone who can balance clinical excellence with practical day-to-day leadership and who is committed to creating a supportive environment for both clients and staff.

Why Join ATS?

At Autism Therapeutic Services, we are committed to providing high-quality, individualized ABA services while supporting the professional growth of our clinical team. As an Assistant Clinical Director, you will have the opportunity to make an impact not only through direct clinical support, but also by helping develop and strengthen the clinicians who serve our clients and families.

If you are an experienced BCBA looking to take the next step in your career and grow into a clinical leadership role, we encourage you to apply.

Autism Therapeutic Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person