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BCBA Clinical Director

Sunshine Advantage
Toms River, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/21/2026

Job Description: BCBA Clinical Director

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated BCBA/LBA Clinic Director to oversee the creation and implementation of ABA programs and curricula tailored for children aged 2.8 to 6 years. The focus will be on social and behavioral development, using an age-appropriate preschool curriculum as a tool for ABA programming, teaching, and learning the missing skills as needed to facilitate interaction within school environments.

Responsibilities

Program Development and Implementation

  • Design and oversee ABA programs aimed at enhancing social and behavioral skills in young children.
  • Integrate age-appropriate preschool curriculum topics to encourage teaching and learning the missing skills as needed within school settings.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans that align with ABA principles and best practices.
  • Structure programs to incorporate age-appropriate academic milestones as foundational tools to foster social and emotional school readiness.
  • Utilize preschool curriculum elements such as reading, writing, storytelling, and computation as building blocks to support the development of social interactions, emotional regulation, and participation in age-appropriate routines and responsibilities.
  • Implement ABA strategies within academic frameworks to support self-regulation, adaptability, and communication in classroom environments, ensuring children are equipped with the foundational skills needed for successful integration into school settings.
  • Monitor and adjust programmatic content to meet evolving client needs and industry standards.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

  • Conduct regular audits of treatment plans, session notes, and clinical data to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Collaborate with compliance teams to address discrepancies and uphold high standards of care.
  • Stay updated on ABA-specific regulations and policies relevant to early childhood populations.
  • Ensure all programs align with Medicaid and commercial insurance guidelines.

Team Collaboration and Family Support

  • Teach and learn the missing skills as needed across clinical and administrative teams to enhance service delivery.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for families, ensuring transparent communication about treatment goals and progress.
  • Conduct caregiver training sessions to empower families in supporting their child’s development.
  • Provide supervision and mentorship to clinical staff, ensuring consistent and high-quality ABA services.

Administrative Oversight

  • Supervise and oversee clinical operations within the clinic.
  • Ensure proper documentation and reporting compliance.
  • Develop and maintain Policy and Procedure Manuals for program operations.
  • Implement data-driven decision-making to optimize service delivery.

Qualifications

  • Education: Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Certification: Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
  • Experience: 3-5 years of leadership experience in ABA services, with a focus on early childhood populations.
  • Skills:
  • Expertise in treatment planning, program development, and clinical data interpretation.
  • Useful knowledge of CentralReach.
  • Knowledge of Medicaid and commercial insurance billing processes.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in clinic management or operations.
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records (preferably CentralReach).
  • Familiarity with early childhood developmental milestones and assessments.
  • Proven ability to mentor clinical teams in early intervention services.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position at our new clinic in Lakewood, NJ. The Clinical Director BCBA will play an integral role in managing and delivering ABA services tailored to children aged 2-6.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and professional development opportunities.

If you are passionate about early childhood ABA interventions and possess strong leadership skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,500.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have at least 3 years of leadership experience in ABA services, with a focus on early childhood populations.

Education:

  • Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

  • BCBA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,500

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