Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Clinical Director - Fort Smith, AR at careers-bluesprigpediatrics in US-AR-Fort Smith

Job description

• BlueSprig has a BCBA Clinical Director job opening in Fort Smith, AR . As our Board Certified Behavior Analyst - CD, you’ll develop and lead a team of behavior technicians and clinical supervisors, influence the direction of the center, and work with families and clinicians to deliver tailored high quality ABA therapy.
• Lead clinical excellence. Build strong teams. Drive meaningful outcomes.
• If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in an environment built for clinician success, join us at BlueSprig .

Responsibilities

• Clinical quality and outcomes across all client programs in the center to ensure quality and effective services
• Oversight of assessments, treatment planning, and program implementation
• Final review and approval of treatment plans prior to payer submission
• Clinical performance and operational metrics and ongoing program improvement
• Staff development, training, and supervision standards as well as RBT mentorship and assistance with RBT growth through the career path.
• Lead and mentor a team of BCBAs, BCaBAs , and RBTs
• Maintain a small caseload to stay connected to client care
• Partner with intake and operations to ensure timely client onboarding
• Provide guidance to families and caregivers
• Oversee program quality, transitions, and discharge planning
• Support and develop clinicians through supervision and mentorship

Requirements

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required
• Experience leading and mentoring a team of behavior technicians and clinical supervisors
• Experience in clinical quality and outcomes management
• Experience in assessments, treatment planning, and program implementation
• Experience in staff development, training, and supervision
• Background check required
• Experience in ABA therapy
• Experience in clinical supervision
• Experience in program development

Skills

Required

• Clinical leadership
• Team leadership and mentoring
• Clinical quality assurance
• Staff supervision and development

Preferred

• Experience with RBT mentorship
• Experience with BACB exam preparation
• Knowledge of CASP best practices

Benefits

• Real c linical a uthority and a utonomy : You are trusted to make decisions that directly impact care quality in alignment with CASP best practices.
• Flexible hybrid work options : Hybrid work model with the option to work remotely one day per week as center operations allow, plus 15 paid days off and 9 holidays annually.
• Clear career pathway : Defined path from Clinical Supervisor to Center Director, with 3.5 years of BCBA tenure vs. ~1 year industry average, and nearly 50% of Center Directors promoted from within.
• Strong clinical support : Access to five clinical committees/advisory boards, Grand Rounds, Annual Clinical Conference, and quarterly published clinical outcomes.
• Trained BCBAs and RBTs supporting you: 92% of our BTs pass the BACB exam on the first try vs. 75% national average, supported by our accredited training system . You can build and lead a high-performing, engaged clinical team.
• Achieve more, earn more : Clear clinical expectations plus a monthly bonus program with additional earning potential up to $18,000 annually.
• Continue to learn : 24/7 access to 100+ free CEUs and a professional development stipend up to $1,000 , initial 4-week Clinical Director cohort training + ongoing mentorship .
• Benefits that go beyond : Comprehensive benefits including IVF/maternity support, dental and vision coverage, wellness resources, and 401(k) match.
• Performance that pays : Annual merit-based salary increases.
• Annual Salary: $95,000 - $100,000
• Annual Individual Bonus: $7,000 – $18,000 (paid monthly)
• Sign On Bonus: $5,000–$20,000 (depending on start date and location)