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ABA Program Director

Sevita
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/25/2026
Bright Light, a part of the Sevita family, provides center-based Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disabilities.Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

ABA Program Director

Have you been looking for a fantastic role to continue your career path in Social and Human Services? Look no further. This role is critical to our success and exemplifies the wonderful mission driven work we do here every day.

  • Collaborate with the Area and Regional Director to manage the day-to-day operations of ARY program(s) and a team.
  • Ensure quality of services delivered, and compliance with regulatory requirements, staff training, financial performance, and provide supervision to direct staff.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with individuals being served, families and guardians; and implement individual satisfaction enhancement plans.
  • Implement program core growth strategy to maintain or increase census, maximize utilization and occupancy percentages, and assist with new start development.
  • Maintain and foster relations with case managers and referral agents; lobby on behalf of individuals receiving support.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree
  • BCBA Certification
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Other training, certification, education, experience, and licensure as required by state
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines
  • Effective communication skills to manage relationships
  • A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
  • A commitment to quality in everything you do

Why Join Us?

  • Full compensation/benefits package for employees working full-time.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off and holiday pay.
  • Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
  • Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

Come join our amazing team of committed and caring professionals. Apply Today!

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we encourage you to join Bright Light’s mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life. Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career well-lived.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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