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Golden Steps ABA

BCBA Area Director

Golden Steps ABA

. Provide daily oversight of clinical quality for the Supervising Clinicians (BCBAs) team .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in ABA therapy delivery, clinical oversight, and team leadership, ensuring high-quality outcomes and compliance. Proficient in mentoring and managing clinical staff while fostering effective communication with clients and families.

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BCBA CertificationABA Clinical KnowledgeTeam LeadershipClinical OversightData Analytics

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Hard Skills
Clinical Quality OversightPerformance Metrics ReviewFidelity AssessmentsClient EducationTreatment Plan DevelopmentVBMAPP FamiliarityABLLS FamiliarityPEAK FamiliaritySocially Savvy FamiliaritySkill-Based Treatment
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCustomer ServiceCollaborationTime Management
Tools & Technologies
AAC DevicesMultimodal Communication SystemsPicture Exchange Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
BCBA Masters Level DegreeCurrent BCBA Certificate
Industry Keywords
ABA TherapyClinical OversightComplianceClient EngagementBehavior Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide daily oversight of clinical quality for the Supervising Clinicians (BCBAs) team
  • Lead, direct, supervise, and implement clinical initiatives and programs
  • Mentor and manage Supervising Clinicians
  • Lead clinicians delivering high-quality ABA therapy through programming, client education, and hour recommendations
  • Conduct weekly one-on-ones to review performance metrics and client files
  • Conduct quarterly fidelity assessments
  • Provide clinical oversight of client caseloads to support compliance, retention, and optimal outcomes
  • Review initial and six-month assessments for clinically accurate goals, programming, and hour recommendations
  • Conduct monthly case reviews of team members' clients
  • Ensure client and parent engagement and satisfaction
  • Review proposed discharges and graduations
  • Champion clinical initiatives with Supervising Clinicians and Behavior Technicians
  • Ensure Quality Assurance initiatives are understood and implemented
  • Train and lead the team to achieve high-quality ABA therapy and outcomes
  • Attend corporate meetings, scheduled training, and CEU opportunities
  • Conduct monthly group BCBA meetings
  • Promote Golden Steps' growth and assist with business opportunities
  • Build relationships with referral sources and comply with payer requirements
  • Support recruiting by communicating with candidates and conducting clinical interviews
  • Oversee supervision of assigned caseloads, ensuring at least 10% supervision and one parent-training hour per month
  • Complete and submit initial assessments and reassessments within clinical authorization timelines
  • Orient, train, coach, and develop team members
  • Communicate expectations, monitor performance, and appraise results
  • Conduct supervision overlaps with all BCBAs
  • Promote organizational standards and complete other assigned tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree
  • BCBA Masters Level degree
  • Current BCBA certificate through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
  • 2+ years as a BCBA
  • Experience with multimodal communication systems, including AAC devices, modified signs, and picture exchange systems
  • Familiarity with VBMAPP, ABLLS, Essentials for Living, PEAK, Socially Savvy, and skill-based treatment
  • Previous experience managing others and leading a team
  • ABA clinical knowledge and experience
  • Demonstrated analytical skills for synthesizing clinical and social data and determining treatment plans
  • Ability to communicate effectively with parents and clients
  • Expertise in tracking clinical outcomes, progress, and compliance
  • Ability to transition between strategic and hands-on responsibilities
  • Customer service experience and understanding
  • Collaborative working ability and capacity to build trust and credibility
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and self-motivated to achieve business goals
  • Proven leadership and management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Superior time management, observation, and data analytics skills
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail, accuracy, and quality
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
  • Ability to bend and squat for up to an hour per day and perform fine and gross motor activities
  • Availability for Monday through Friday office hours, with additional time or flexible schedules as required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Unmatched culture with team outings, monthly lunches, and milestone celebrations
  • Clear career paths, professional development, and advancement opportunities
  • Tuition discounts
  • CME libraries
  • RBT training
  • University discounts
  • Ongoing mentorship
  • Paid training
  • Competitive PTO
  • Paid sick leave
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with match
  • Up to $24,000 in tuition assistance through the Student Loan Support Program
  • CEU training opportunities