Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Clinical Director - Willoughby Hills,OH

As our Board Certified Behavior Analyst Clinical Director, 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.

About the Role

Lead clinical excellence, build strong teams, and drive meaningful outcomes. You will have real clinical authority and autonomy, trusted to make decisions that directly impact care quality in alignment with CASP best practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical quality and outcomes across all client programs in the center to guarantee effective services.
• Oversee assessments, treatment planning, and program implementation.
• Provide final review and approval of treatment plans prior to payer submission.
• Monitor clinical performance and operational metrics for ongoing program improvement.
• Set staff development, training, and supervision standards, including RBT mentorship and career growth.
• 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.

What Your Week Looks Like

• 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 for client onboarding.
• Provide guidance to families and caregivers.
• Oversee program quality, transitions, and discharge planning.
• Support clinician development through supervision and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field with approved behavior-analytic coursework.
• Minimum of 2-5 years working as a BCBA.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work options: remote work one day per week (as center operations allow).
• 15 paid days off and 9 holidays annually.
• Clear career pathway with defined progression from Clinical Supervisor to Center Director.
• 3.5 years average BCBA tenure (vs. 1 year industry average).
• 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.
• 92% of BTs pass the BACB exam on the first try (vs. 75% national average).
• Monthly bonus program with earning potential up to $18,000 annually.
• 24/7 access to 100+ free CEUs and a professional development stipend up to $1,000.
• Initial 4-week Clinical Director cohort training plus ongoing mentorship.
• Comprehensive benefits including IVF/maternity support, dental and vision coverage, wellness resources, and 401(k) match.
• Annual merit-based salary increases.

Pay

• Annual Salary: $88,000–$90,000
• Annual Individual Bonus: $7,000–$18,000 (paid monthly)
• Sign-On Bonus: $5,000–$20,000 (depending on start date and location)
• Total Annual Compensation: $88,000–$108,000

Team and Career Growth

Our Willoughby Hills, Ohio center features a long-tenured clinical supervisor and a team of BTs and RBTs with years of experience serving children and families in the local community. Many clinicians at BlueSprig have grown their careers from BT to BCBA and beyond, creating a supportive, development-focused environment.

With our nationwide network of 160 centers, you’ll have opportunities to advance your career in both clinical and operational paths, including participation in cutting-edge research through SprigLAB.

Career pathway: Clinical Director → Senior Clinical Director → Associate Director of Clinical Operations → Director of Clinical Operations → Senior Director of Clinical Operations.

Research and Clinical Excellence

Collaborate with our esteemed Clinical Advisory Board, including:

• Dr. Jane Howard, Ph.D., BCBA – Clinical Advisor
• Dr. Candice Allen, M.D. – Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician
• Dr. Michael R. Cummings, M.D. – Medical Director, University APIC Program
• Janell Van Cleve, M.S. Ed., CAS – Clinical Director, University APIC Program