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Clinical Director Job Description

BCBA Clinical Director responsibilities, qualifications, and reporting structure.

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Clinical Director (BCBA) Job Description

Position Summary: The Clinical Director at the Company is expected to be a dedicated and experienced BCBA, capable of leading our behavior analysis services. This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and evaluating behavior intervention plans to enhance the well-being of our clients and their families while overseeing and guiding our clinical team.

Qualifications, Requirements, and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

  • Hold a Master's or Doctoral degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Special Education, or a related field.
  • Possess an active Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification.

Clinical Expertise:

  • Proficiency in crafting, implementing, and evaluating individualized behavioral programs.
  • Skills in training staff on behavioral principles and procedures.

Background Check:

  • Qualify as "eligible/pass" for the level II AHCA Background Screening.

Communication and Adaptability:

  • Exhibit effective and professional communication skills.
  • Demonstrate strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability to varied work hours and changing assignments.

Supervision and Leadership:

  • Ensure organization-wide compliance with BACB's supervision requirements for BCBA, BCaBA, and RBT credentials.
  • Directly oversee BCBAs, holding biweekly conference calls to review supervision protocols and practices.
  • Facilitate RBT compliance with supervision requirements.

Program Service and Compliance:

  • Possess an in-depth knowledge of Company policies, State, and Federal regulations related to behavioral services.
  • Maintain a 95% approval rate for assessments, progress notes, and reports.
  • Provide direct oversight of a minimum of six clients, enabling an enhanced understanding of clinical procedures.

Clinic Coordination and Community Engagement:

  • Coordinate clinic activities to optimize service delivery.
  • Actively engage in community activities, promoting the Company's mission and fostering community involvement.

Partnership Agreements:

  • Assume responsibility for overseeing, reviewing, and recommending approval for partnership agreements with other organizations in the field to advance collaboration and mutual growth.

Location and Travel:

  • Occasional travel to client locations, clinics, schools, or homes may be required, with geographic considerations in mind.

Equipment and Tools:

  • Utilize specialized tools, assessment instruments, data collection systems, and ABA practice software management.

Research and Publications:

  • Contribute to the field through research and publications, advancing the practice of behavior analysis.

Language Proficiency:

  • Proficiency in languages other than English, when relevant to working with a range of client populations.
  • Lead the Company in the credentialing process with the Council on Autism Service Providers (CASP), ensuring compliance and adherence to CASP standards and requirements.

Additional Benefits:

  • Enjoy professional development opportunities, continuing education support, and participation in health and wellness programs.

Performance Metrics:

  • Key performance metrics include client progress, data collection accuracy, contributions to research and publications, adherence to CASP standards, effective clinic coordination, and successful partnership development.

Team Collaboration:

  • Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals.

Caseload Size:

  • Responsible for a caseload of 6 clients, ensuring individualized attention and care. (May vary upon agreement at hiring)