Executive ABA Clinical Director

Description

Position: Executive Clinical Director

Employment Type: Full-time;
Salary, Exempt

Compensation: $115,000-$130,000 Annually

As the Executive Clinical Director of Dashi Rivers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, you will provide leadership and oversight for the clinical operations. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality ABA therapy services centered around the needs of our clients and their families. As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing clinical programs, supervising staff, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

Your expertise and commitment to excellence will make a significant impact in the field of applied behavior analysis and contribute to the betterment of the organization and the lives of those you serve.

Essential Functions:

• Advocate for clients and ensure they receive appropriate services and accommodations at DRAC and various settings, such as schools or healthcare facilities.
• Exhibit a strong sense of understanding and actively embody the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Dashi Rivers Autism Care through consistent behaviors, practices, and decision-making.
• Adhere to the ethical standards and guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to ensure professional and ethical behavior.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, including workshops, conferences, and continuing education.
• Provide services within the certification or license (BCBA) scope as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Initial Assessment

• Support, organize, and conduct timely client assessments.
• Oversee the assessment and onboarding process for new clients, ensuring the development of individualized treatment plans.

Lead Clinical Growth

• Spearhead in-home services focus for Dashi Rivers.
• Lead a team of behavior technicians (BTs), registered behavior technicians (RBTs), and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) for center-based, home-based, and community services.
• Assist with ongoing training of staff, including clinical and support staff, to ensure they are competent and up to date with best practices.
• Represent the clinic in the community and participate in outreach activities, workshops, and training events to educate the public about ABA therapy and promote awareness of autism and developmental disabilities.

Clinical Supervision

• Ensure that all BCBAs effectively manage and care for 6-10 clients.
• Provide supervision, mentoring, and ongoing training to clinical staff, including BTs, RBTs, and BCBAs.
• Conduct regular clinical reviews, provide feedback to staff, and implement quality improvement initiatives as needed.
• Analyze client progress data, monitor staff documentation and treatment outcomes, and prepare reports on client progress for internal review and external stakeholders.
• Offer support to clients, families, and staff regarding clinical matters.
• Ensure staff maintain their credentialing.
• Support BCBAs in client activities and family guidance as needed.
• Conduct peer reviews with BCBAs.

Core Clinical Processes

• Ensure compliance with state regulations, accreditation standards, and ethical guidelines governing the provision of ABA therapy services.
• Perform internal case reviews to ensure compliance with local insurance plan requirements.
• Maintain and communicate client handbook to both staff and families we serve.

Program Development

• Develop and implement comprehensive center-based and in-home ABA therapy programs tailored to the needs of individual clients in collaboration with the treatment team.
• Collaborate with parents and caregivers to develop materials and provide training and support in implementing in-home behavior management techniques and strategies.
• Collabora…