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Center Director – ABA Center (Pikesville, MD)
Full-Time | Salary - $55k-$65k Comprehensive Benefits
Lead with Purpose. Empower with Expertise. Make an Impact.
Who We Are
At Applied ABC, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and every leader deserves the support and resources to build a strong, successful team. We provide exceptional, data-driven ABA therapy that creates meaningful, lasting outcomes for children and families. Our culture is collaborative, mission-driven, and focused on empowering leaders to drive operational excellence, support clinical teams, and foster a positive center environment.
We are seeking a driven and motivated ABA professional to join our leadership team as Center Director in Pikesville, MD. This is an exciting startup-style opportunity to play a hands-on role in building and shaping the center’s culture, supporting team growth and development, and fostering strong relationships within the local community.
This role is ideal for someone who is eager to grow as a leader, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is passionate about making a meaningful impact on both their team and the families we serve.At Applied ABC, we’re passionate about helping children with autism and developmental differences reach their fullest potential through evidence-based ABA therapy.
Why You’ll Love Being Part of Applied ABC
Transform Lives – Lead programs that help children gain confidence, independence, and joy.
Lead with Excellence – Supervise, mentor, and support a talented clinical team of RBTs, and behavior therapists.
Grow Your Career – Join a rapidly expanding organization that invests in its leaders and promotes from within.
Be Valued & Heard – Your insight and leadership will directly shape the success of our Center in Pikesville MD.
Where You’ll Make an Impact
As the Center Director, you’ll provide operational leadership to ensure that every client receives the highest standard of care. You’ll inspire your team, and help shape the center’s growth.
Role Overview:
Leadership & Strategy
We are committed to supporting you professionally with a comprehensive total rewards package, including:
If you’re passionate and ready to take the next step in your career, this is your opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a lasting difference.
At Applied ABC, you’ll find more than a workplace, you’ll find a purpose.
Apply today and help us shape brighter futures together.
Applied ABC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic
Full-Time | Salary - $55k-$65k Comprehensive Benefits
Lead with Purpose. Empower with Expertise. Make an Impact.
Who We Are
At Applied ABC, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and every leader deserves the support and resources to build a strong, successful team. We provide exceptional, data-driven ABA therapy that creates meaningful, lasting outcomes for children and families. Our culture is collaborative, mission-driven, and focused on empowering leaders to drive operational excellence, support clinical teams, and foster a positive center environment.
We are seeking a driven and motivated ABA professional to join our leadership team as Center Director in Pikesville, MD. This is an exciting startup-style opportunity to play a hands-on role in building and shaping the center’s culture, supporting team growth and development, and fostering strong relationships within the local community.
This role is ideal for someone who is eager to grow as a leader, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is passionate about making a meaningful impact on both their team and the families we serve.At Applied ABC, we’re passionate about helping children with autism and developmental differences reach their fullest potential through evidence-based ABA therapy.
Why You’ll Love Being Part of Applied ABC
Transform Lives – Lead programs that help children gain confidence, independence, and joy.
Lead with Excellence – Supervise, mentor, and support a talented clinical team of RBTs, and behavior therapists.
Grow Your Career – Join a rapidly expanding organization that invests in its leaders and promotes from within.
Be Valued & Heard – Your insight and leadership will directly shape the success of our Center in Pikesville MD.
Where You’ll Make an Impact
As the Center Director, you’ll provide operational leadership to ensure that every client receives the highest standard of care. You’ll inspire your team, and help shape the center’s growth.
Role Overview:
Leadership & Strategy
- Champion the center’s vision and set the standard for excellence in ABA care.
- Inspire your team to deliver compassionate, data-driven therapy that transforms lives.
- Stay at the forefront of ABA to bring best practices into everyday operations.
- Train and empower a high-performing team dedicated to meaningful outcomes.
- Provide hands-on supervision, coaching, and feedback that encourages professional growth.
- Build and sustain a positive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued.
- Guide the design and implementation of individualized treatment plans that reflect each child’s unique goals.
- Ensure all programs are evidence-based, outcome-oriented, and aligned with ethical standards.
- Monitor service quality and compliance to uphold the integrity of care.
- Use data to evaluate progress, client satisfaction, and program effectiveness.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Maintain a culture of accountability, transparency, and measurable success.
- Serve as a trusted partner to families, ensuring open communication and support throughout their journey.
- Collaborate across departments and operations to administration and outreach to drive consistency and connection.
- Support efforts by representing the center’s mission in community engagement, networking, and stakeholder interactions with professionalism and purpose.
- ABA experience.
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience in center-based environment.
- Strong understanding of behavior analytic principles, program design, and outcome evaluation.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Passion for mentoring others and advancing the field of ABA through quality and innovation.
- Interest in early-stage program development, with a startup mindset focused on building processes, strengthening outreach efforts, and supporting community growth from the ground up.
We are committed to supporting you professionally with a comprehensive total rewards package, including:
- Salary: $55-$65k per year
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Continuing education and CEU reimbursement
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities
- Location: Pikesville, MD
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 9-5, with some evening and weekend flexibility
- Work Type: Onsite
If you’re passionate and ready to take the next step in your career, this is your opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a lasting difference.
At Applied ABC, you’ll find more than a workplace, you’ll find a purpose.
Apply today and help us shape brighter futures together.
Applied ABC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000