Clinical Director (BCBA)

Overview

Role: Clinical Director (BCBA)

Location: 669 Lanier Park Dr, Gainesville, GA 30501

Total Compensation: $100k–110k base, $118k–128k OTE

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Elevation Autism Center is seeking a Clinical Director (BCBA) to lead our early intervention ABA clinic in Gainesville, GA.

About Elevation Autism Center

Elevation Autism Center is a locally owned provider of early intervention ABA and Speech Therapy services for young children with autism. We specialize in serving children ages 1–6, offering comprehensive programming in a fun, engaging environment tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Why Join Us?

• Clarity of purpose, with an exclusive focus on center-based, naturalistic, early intervention ABA services (ages 1 through 6).
• $100,000-$110,000 in base salary, plus performance-based incentives
• $2,000 in annual budget for conferences, dues, and professional development
• 20 days PTO and 10 paid holidays
• Generous Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Student loan repayment and tax-free retirement programs available

This position provides significant autonomy, excitement, and professional challenge as you mentor a team of Clinical Supervisors (BCBAs) and champion Elevation’s standards for treatment and quality. Our long-term plan includes dynamic leadership responsibilities and growth potential as we expand our service areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Hire and develop a team of 8 - 10 Behavior Analysts and Student Analysts. Guide their professional growth with comprehensive program development and effective supervision practices for naturalistic ABA services.
• Clinic Culture : Foster an environment of safety, security, and HRE in the clinic.
• Model Values: Serve as a role model for Elevation’s values of Kind, Curious, Client-Centered, Prodaptable, and Does the Right Thing.
• Systems & Outcomes: Implement systems and processes to ensure consistent clinical outcomes.
• Balance & Fun: Contribute to a positive workplace by having fun and not taking yourself too seriously

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 3+ years of experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in a clinical setting.
• Passion for teaching, mentoring and developing other Behavior Analysts in their professional growth.
• Exceptional self-leadership, time management and communication skills.
• Expertise in the development, implementation and oversight of comprehensive programming for young children diagnosed with ASD.
• Confidence and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of ABA to caregivers and staff.
• Full understanding of NET, DTT and developing communication skills for early learners.
• Experience with the key elements of running an effective center-based ABA program.
• Full understanding of medical necessity criteria for autism spectrum disorder services.
• Knowledge of typical childhood development across language, learning and social domains.
• A humble, collaborative and solution-based approach to problem-solving.