ABA Clinical Director

Job Title: Clinical Director – ABA Services 
Location: McDonough, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $95,000 – $115,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 3pm

About Us:

Key Essentials to Behavior Management is a leading provider of ABA therapy services dedicated to improving the lives of children and families. With a commitment to excellence and compassionate care, we are expanding our footprint into Georgia and are seeking a passionate, experienced Clinical Director to lead our McDonough clinic.

Position Summary:

The Clinical Director (CD) will serve as the senior clinical leader of our California clinics. This role is ideal for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who is ready to take on a leadership role with a focus on quality assurance, clinical supervision, and team development. The CD will oversee the clinical operations of the clinic, manage a team, ensure compliance with clinical standards and ethical practices, and contribute to the growth and sustainability of the clinic.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Oversight & Supervision

• Provide clinical leadership and guidance for 5 clinic sites.


• Ensure high-quality ABA programming is being implemented in alignment with organizational standards and BACB guidelines.


• Provide direct supervision and mentorship to assigned BCBAs, RBTs, and other clinical staff.


• Conduct clinical file audits and treatment plan reviews to ensure clinical integrity and compliance.

Staff Development & Training

• Onboard and train new clinical staff to promote consistency in care.


• Conduct performance evaluations and support ongoing professional development.


• Facilitate clinical team meetings and encourage collaboration among team members.

Client Care & Family Communication

• Monitor clinical outcomes and ensure client progress is tracked and communicated effectively.


• Participate in case reviews and provide support with complex cases as needed.


• Serve as a point of escalation for clinical concerns from families or staff.

Administrative & Operational Collaboration

• Collaborate with operations, intake, and HR to support staffing, scheduling, and onboarding.


• Monitor clinic utilization and productivity metrics.


• Ensure compliance with state, payer, and organizational policies.

Quality Assurance & Growth

• Support initiatives that enhance clinical services, family satisfaction, and organizational culture.


• Participate in accreditation, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field.


• Active BCBA certification in good standing.


• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in ABA with progressive leadership responsibilities.


• Experience supervising RBTs and BCBAs in a clinic-based setting preferred.


• Demonstrated ability to manage clinical programs, mentor staff, and collaborate cross-functionally.


• Strong knowledge of state Medicaid guidelines and insurance compliance (Georgia preferred).


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a growing team with a strong clinical foundation and values-based leadership.


• Opportunity to shape and influence clinical culture in a new location.


• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Ongoing professional development and leadership training.


• Supportive executive and operational team dedicated to your success.

EEO Statement

Key Essentials to Behavior Management is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Key Essentials to Behavior Management makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.