Clinical Director

Position Summary

The Clinical Director is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all clinical services in the assigned center and associated home-based programs. This role ensures the highest quality of applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment, adherence to ethical and regulatory standards, and the development of a high-performing clinical team. The Clinical Director is a primary liaison between staff, clients, families, and the executive leadership team, ensuring that services are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with the company’s mission, values, and performance goals.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Leadership

• Collaborate with the executive team to ensure compliance with state, federal, and insurance regulations, BACB guidelines, and company policies.
• Oversee development, implementation, and monitoring of short- and long-term clinical objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Track and maintain staff productivity standards; identify and implement solutions for performance gaps.
• Manage monthly budgets, resource allocation, and operational priorities for assigned programs.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all required documentation, including treatment plans, progress reports, and compliance audits.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional environment in center-based and home-based settings

Learner & Staff Onboarding

• Participate in recruitment, interviewing, and selection of clinical staff; collaborate with the Regional Training Specialist on comprehensive onboarding plans.
• Ensure orientation and training processes align with best practices and company standards.
• Develop and maintain strong, supportive relationships with clients, families, and referral sources.
• Prioritize and monitor learner onboarding in alignment with company metrics and utilization targets.
• Oversee clinical assessments, goal development, and initial treatment plan approvals.

Clinical Excellence

• Uphold and model the highest standards of clinical integrity and ethical practice in all ABA services.
• Provide direct clinical supervision, mentorship, and training to BCBAs, BACB interns, behavior technicians, and other therapy staff.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and ongoing review of individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs.
• Review assessment data, treatment fidelity, and learner progress regularly; adjust interventions as necessary.
• Stay informed on emerging research, evidence-based interventions, and changes in ABA best practices.
• Ensure accurate and timely data collection, analysis, and reporting for all learners.
• Partner with the Regional Clinical Coach to support continuous quality improvement.

Team Management

• Manage BCBA caseload distribution to ensure compliance with insurance requirements, BACB supervision standards, and productivity goals.
• Lead regular team meetings to share updates, review clinical outcomes, and discuss case-specific challenges.
• Provide constructive performance feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Support a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture.
• Facilitate professional growth opportunities and encourage ongoing continuing education for all clinical staff.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all clinical documentation meets payer, regulatory, and ethical standards.
• Participate in internal audits and ex