Carelinks ABA is looking for an experienced, people-focused Area Clinical Director (ACD) to lead and support our growing clinical team in the Des Moines and Western Iowa areas.
This is a leadership role for a BCBA who wants to stay connected to clinical care while making a broader impact- developing clinicians, strengthening clinical quality, and building a culture where both families and staff feel genuinely supported.
What You'll Do- Lead, mentor, and support BCBAs across the Des Moines and Western Iowa areas
- Provide clinical guidance on complex cases, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making
- Drive high standards for clinical quality, supervision, documentation, and outcomes
- Develop BCBAs through ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional growth
- Partner with Clinical Operations to remove barriers and help teams succeed
- Support appropriate caseloads, utilization, and timely service delivery
- Help onboard and retain exceptional clinicians
- Build a strong, collaborative clinical culture
- Maintain a clinical caseload as appropriate for the role
What We're Looking For- Current BCBA certification in good standing
- Iowa licensure or eligibility to obtain it
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a BCBA
- Strong clinical experience in ABA and autism services
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Ability and willingness to support teams across Des Moines and Western Iowa
- A leader who can balance clinical excellence, accountability, and genuine support for their team
Preferred:- Previous leadership, management, or clinical team oversight experience
- Familiarity with the Iowa ABA landscape, including local providers, referral sources, payors, and community resources
- Established knowledge of or relationships within the Des Moines and Western Iowa communities
Benefits- Competitive compensation
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- CEU stipend
- Ongoing professional development and clinical training
- Leadership and career growth opportunities
- Strong clinical and operational support
$94,000 - $98,000 a year
