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Clinical Director (BCBA)

CompanyLighthouse Autism Center
LocationChampaign
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 19, 2026
About The Company
Lighthouse Autism Center provides compassionate, center-based ABA therapy services for children with autism in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, and North Carolina. We offer the highest quality therapy in a beautiful, play-based environment. Our innovative ABA therapy model, Lighthouse Fusion®, helps children make greater progress, faster. Children are immersed in imaginary spaces where they can naturally explore their interests, engage in sensory experiences, and practice language. Each child’s progress can be seen in smiles and laughter because we know children learn best when they’re having fun. Our approach to autism treatment brings together ABA therapy and speech therapy into one comprehensive program called Lighthouse Fusion®. Designed by a team of dually certified BCBA/SLPs, some of only a handful in the world, Lighthouse Fusion ™ is a one-of-a-kind approach to ABA therapy. Each child has a team of experts working to develop goals, deliver therapy, and unlock their potential. Social Media Disclaimer: Lighthouse Autism Center has obtained proper informed consent for all client postings, client videos, client pictures, and all testimonials. The information in the posts should not be captured and reused without express permission.
About the Role

Description


If your next opportunity had everything you were looking for, what would it include?

Whether it's competitive compensation, flexibility, career growth, a supportive team, or a workplace where you truly feel valued, we want to hear what matters most to you. Join a team where the learners come first!


At Lighthouse Autism Center, clinical quality is held to the highest standard. As the Clinical Director you will be responsible for overseeing management needs of the center, quality of therapy within the center, program development and staff training.


What would make you say YES? Tell us what matters most in your next role. If it's the right fit, we'll build an opportunity you'll be excited to say YES to.


Summary: The CD is responsible for overseeing the quality of therapy within the center with program development and staff training among the Jr Program Managers, Program Mangers, and Assistant Clinical Directors. The CD supervisees the Clinical Admin and RBT TC within the center to ensure quality new hire training and general center management. The CD oversees management needs for their center and collaborates with other LAC team members- Clinical Admin, RBT TC, Insurance Coordinator, Family & Outreach Coordinator, HR, Payroll, IT, Maintenance, and the RD.Our BCBAs at Lighthouse Autism Center enjoy the following:

Responsibilities:  

  • Review and edit clinician behavior intervention plans and treatment plan goals.
  • Review and edit clinician authorizations and provide feedback as necessary.
  • Schedule reports on the calendar for the clinical team utilizing the authorization dashboard and authorization tickets.
  • Complete peer reviews with clinicians in center.
  • Oversee all clinician caseloads and provide additional support and make clinical recommendations. 
  • Assists clinicians with parent training on handling issues within the home environment, safety, etc. 
  • Provide training to clinicians on verbiage used with parent communication, both written and oral.
  • Instruct weekly team meetings with clinical team.
  • Oversee and monitor planned and unplanned learner discharges, initial assessments, and learner start dates.
  • Meet weekly with all clinicians to review learner’s goals, progress, and areas for improvement.
  • Demonstrate ability to continually challenge and train all new Jr PM’s and PMs in the building.
  • Bill sufficient number of ethical, direct service hours with learners in center - 15 total hours per week and ensure BCBA team meets expectations, if not, discuss barriers and PIPs.
  • Complete and review daily BCBA logs to document billable hours in a timely manner.
  • Other duties as assigned

Our benefits include:

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance starting day 1 of employment
  • 23 paid days off/year
  • Paid recertification and licensure renewal
  • 401K eligibility after 30 days of employment – up to 4% employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional liability insurance covered




Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Indiana LBA preferred or ability to obtain state licensure
  • 2+ years of experience in ABA field, working with a variety of ages
  • 2+ years management/supervision experience
  • Demonstrates exemplary leadership, mentoring, and organization skills
  • Completely independent with ABA programming and implementing evidence-based intervention strategies
  • Able to communicate expressively and receptively for all responsibilities within the job role.
Key Skills
ABA programmingBehavior intervention plansStaff trainingClinical supervisionLeadershipMentoringOrganization skillsEvidence-based interventionCaseload managementParent trainingTreatment plan developmentPeer reviewData documentation
Categories
HealthcareManagement & LeadershipEducationSocial Services
Benefits
Medical insuranceVision insuranceDental insurance23 paid days offPaid recertificationPaid licensure renewal401k eligibility4% employer matchEmployee assistance programProfessional liability insurance
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Clinical Director oversees center management, therapy quality, program development, and staff training. They are responsible for supervising clinical staff, managing caseloads, and ensuring adherence to clinical standards.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$85,000 - $95,000
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
889
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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