Clinical Director (BCBA)
Location: Council Bluffs, IA
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Work Setting: In-person, Center-Based ABA
Remote/ Work from Home Flexibility: 2 WFH days per week
Total Earnings Potential: $109,000 – $119,000 in your first year
- Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000
- $95–$110,000K annual base salary
- Up to $9,000 annual performance bonus (paid monthly)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- (2 weeks) Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
- $1,250 annual CEU reimbursement
- 401(k) with up to 4% match (vested after 1 year)
- Frequent team events, social lunches, and a positive center culture
- Involvement in innovative research initiatives and academic collaborations, including work with UCLA
Accel Therapies is seeking experienced and mission-driven Clinical Directors (BCBAs) to lead our center-based teams. This leadership role blends clinical excellence with operational and staff development responsibilities. As a Clinical Director, you’ll mentor Clinical Supervisors, guide program integrity, and help drive high-quality outcomes for the families we serve.
We value leadership that empowers others — you’ll have the tools and support to lead effectively without being stretched thin. We prioritize structure, collaboration, and clinician well-being, allowing you to focus on what matters most: delivering transformational care.
What You’ll Do- Provide leadership and supervision for Clinical Supervisors (pod leaders)
- Oversee the client experience from intake through ongoing care
- Conduct and review functional behavior assessments (FBAs)
- Ensure high clinical standards through QA activities and data-driven decision-making
- Monitor and guide treatment planning and progress
- Maintain a caseload of up to 25 billable hours/week (for full-time)
- Develop individualized training plans and lead onboarding for new clinicians
- Support and evaluate BCBA and Program Supervisor performance
- Collaborate with Operations Managers to strategically assign caseloads
- Lead BCBA and PM hiring efforts at your center
- Contribute to the organization’s strategic growth initiatives
- A completed Master’s or doctoral degree in ABA, Psychology, or a related field
- An active, unexpired Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
- Minimum 3 years of experience in ABA, including supervisory experience
- Proven leadership and management skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and teams
- Comfort using technology (e.g., scheduling software, electronic data platforms)
- TB test, immunization records, and background check clearance
- Spanish-speaking is a plus
At Accel Therapies, we believe great leadership makes all the difference. As a Clinical Director, you’ll be at the heart of that vision — building empowered teams, supporting families, and shaping the future of our clinical model. With a balanced caseload and strong clinical infrastructure, you'll be able to focus on delivering meaningful care while expanding your leadership and strategic impact.
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Skills Required
- Completed Master’s or doctoral degree in ABA, Psychology, or related field
- Active, unexpired Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
- Minimum 3 years of experience in ABA, including supervisory experience
- Proven leadership and management skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and teams
- Comfort using technology (scheduling software, electronic data platforms)
- TB test, immunization records, and background check clearance
- Spanish-speaking
What We Do
Accel Therapies is a mission-driven provider of evidence-based, personalized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental delays. Founded in 2005, the company empowers children to reach their full potential through individualized care provided across home, school, and center environments, focusing on creating a deep individual connection with each client.
