Master's degree in behavior analysis or related field
BCBA certification and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Texas
3+ years experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities
1+ year experience as a BCBA
Familiarity with Catalyst or Central Reach data collection platforms and Excel graphing
Strong technical writing and interpersonal skills
Experience presenting to diverse groups of stakeholders
Responsibilities
Partner with the Clinical Director to uphold clinical quality standards
Mentor and coach BCBAs to enhance their clinical skills
Conduct observations and reviews of treatment plans and behavior intervention plans
Collaborate on complex cases involving severe behaviors
Support treatment integrity and caregiver training
Assist with patient intake processes and assessments
Maintain a clinical caseload while fulfilling leadership duties
Benefits
Full-time exempt position
Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
Collaborative work environment with a focus on clinical quality
Engagement with patients and families for meaningful impact
Supportive leadership structure for clinical growth
Full Job Description
Reports to: Clinical Director FLSA Status: Exempt/Full-Time Compensation: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00/year Travel/Location: Spring, TX
As an Assistant Clinical Director, you'll partner with the Clinical Director to support clinical quality, mentor and develop BCBAs, provide guidance on complex cases, and help lead the clinical team while continuing to make a direct impact with patients and families.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Partner with the Clinical Director to maintain high standards of clinical quality across the clinic
Provide mentorship, coaching, and clinical support to BCBAs
Conduct BCBA observations, treatment plan reviews, BIP reviews, and other clinical quality checks
Collaborate with BCBAs on complex cases, including severe or challenging behaviors
Support treatment integrity, data collection procedures, programming, caregiver training, and transition/discharge planning
Assist with behavior support needs throughout the clinic
Support coordination of care, peer reviews, and insurance appeals as needed
Maintain strong relationships and communication with patients and caregivers
Support onboarding and ongoing clinical training for new and existing BCBAs
Coordinate ongoing clinical training opportunities for RBTs and BCBAs, including staff meetings, competency assessments, and other clinic-based trainings
Support new-hire technician training, including oversight of Qualified Trainers and completion of initial RBT competency assessments
Support safety and physical-management training and ensure required training documentation is maintained
Support the development and supervision of clinical-track RBTs and Case Managers, including mentorship, case oversight, and performance support as needed
Help identify opportunities for continued clinical development across the team
Partner with clinic leadership to address clinical performance and training needs
Assist with potential patient clinic visits and the new patient intake process, including assessments, required documentation, and patient/family communication
Maintain and support required clinical quality and patient outcome tracking
Maintain an assigned clinical caseload, including assessments, treatment planning, ongoing programming, data review, and clinical documentation
Conduct functional behavior assessments and develop behavior intervention plans as clinically appropriate
Develop and oversee data collection systems and monitor patient progress toward treatment goals
Provide ongoing parent and caregiver training
Develop and oversee transition and discharge plans
Evaluate and support risk and crisis management needs
Provide behavioral support for patients within an interdisciplinary treatment setting
Meet regularly with the Clinical Director to review clinical updates, patient needs, and BCBA team performance
Perform other duties as assigned
Caseload Expectation: The Assistant Clinical Director maintains an assigned caseload of approximately 4 full-time equivalent patients with a 24-hour weekly billable expectation while also supporting clinical leadership responsibilities.
Competencies:
Planning and Evaluating / Workload Management
Problem-Solving / Decision Making / Critical Thinking
Customer Focus - Client/Patient
Communication
Coachability
People management
Quality/Compliance
Teamwork
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in behavior analysis or related field
Certified as a BCBA with the BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board) & Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Texas
Minimum of 3 years working with children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities
Minimum of 1 year working as a BCBA
Knowledge of Catalyst or Central Reach data collection platform and Excel graphing preferred
Strong technical writing skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
Experience presenting to small and large groups of parents/caregivers, teachers, and other professionals
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move or transport up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to run or walk throughout 6-8-hour sessions (i.e., patient eloping)
Must be able to respond quickly to manage behaviors (i.e., block aggression, move furniture)
Must be able to be seated on the floor when needed for patient
Must be able to transition from seated on the floor to standing quickly to respond to aggression/severe behavior
Must be able to bend or twist to utilize physical management
Must be able to safely implement QBS Safety Care procedures for aggressive patients for extended periods of time when needed
