Early Intervention & Academy Clinical Director

Description

JOB TITLE: Clinical Director – Early Intervention & Academy (BCBA/LBA)

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 Values—Empower Through Innovation, Integrity in Action, Advocate with Passion, Leaders in Learning, Compassionate Care Always, and Sustainable Growth, Lasting Impact—the Clinical Director champions clinical excellence, staff development, and data-driven decision-making. This position plays a critical role in advancing BHA’s 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:

• Master’s 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 BHA’s 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 de