Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

The Children's SPOT Inc. is seeking a Clinical Director of ABA to oversee the ABA programs at our transdisciplinary centers in Columbia MD, including our small Early Learner program of 12- 15 autistic children ages 2-6. The Children's SPOT Inc. provides speech, occupational and ABA therapy to individuals with a wide range of abilities. We follow a child-led, play based approach with highly individualized programming.

The Clinical Director of ABA Programs is responsible for overseeing the Children’s SPOT ABA Program and the Early Learner Program. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, adherence to company policies, and the implementation of best practices in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. The Clinical Director provides leadership, supervision, and support to the behavior team, including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs).

Program Oversight & Leadership

Ensure implementation of ABA services aligns with clinical best practices, ethical standards, and regulatory compliance.

Supervise daily operations of the Early Learner Program.

Oversee ABA program for clients outside of the Early Learner Program.

Maintain and communicate company policies and expectations to all ABA staff.

Staff Supervision & Development Provide supervision and mentorship to BCBAs, Lead RBTs, and RBTs.

Conduct performance evaluations and ongoing performance management.

Ensure staff are following policies and procedures set forth by The Children's SPOT and provide disciplinary action as necessary.

Lead recruitment efforts including: interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of ABA staff.

Coordinate and deliver initial and ongoing staff training and professional development.

Operational Management Oversee and adjust ABA staff and client schedules as needed (in conjunction with the Lead RBT) for ABA clients.

Coordinate staff coverage for call-outs, including after-hours communication.

Conduct internal audits for billing and session documentation in collaboration with administrative staff.

Organize and lead staff meetings to provide updates, training, review policies \ and foster team engagement.

Client Services

Conduct tours and intakes for prospective clients.

Oversee onboarding of new clients and review necessary documentation and policies.

Maintain a small clinical caseload (approx.12-15 billable hours/week), including treatment planning, RBT supervision, and parent training.

Ensure timely completion of session notes and client documentation

Oversee session note audits.

Education, Training, and Experience:

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in psychology, special education, applied behavior analysis, human services, or related field of study.

Current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Minimum of 3 years as a practicing BCBA.

At least 5 years of experience working with children, preferably in clinical settings.

Preferred minimum of 2 years of experience managing a clinical team of 3 or more people.