Assistant Clinical Director (ACD)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

At Atlanta Autism Center (AAC), we provide 100% center-based, early diagnostic and therapy services for children with autism spectrum disorder, ages 6 and under. We are a privately-held, physician-owned company with an interdisciplinary team of highly-trained professionals. We believe that learning should be fun, which is why we take a naturalistic and play-based approach to assessment and treatment. We believe every child and every family deserves compassionate and assent-based care. AAC's mission is to ensure every child receives meaningful, high-quality care, while providing clinicians with the resources and support needed to succeed.

We are currently seeking a dedicated ACD to join our team. This center-based role offers a structured yet flexible schedule, allowing ACDs to focus on quality clinical care, mentorship, and professional growth while maintaining a work-life balance.

Scope:

The Assistant Clinical Director will function in both an operational and clinical capacity. The primary responsibilities are to effectively and efficiently support the assigned center(s), provide clinical support to BTs, RBTs, BCBAs, and other clinical staff within their assigned center(s), and ensure that clients and families are receiving high-quality, effective, assent-based, and ethical clinical services. This role will support two of our locations and require regular travel between Loganville and Covington.

Why Atlanta Autism Center?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a salary of 110k to $130k
• Loan Forgiveness: $5,000 yearly after one year of service
• Sign-On Bonus, Relocation Support: $2,500-$5,000 provided with 1–2-year commitment
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, UNLIMITED PTO after 6 months, paid holidays and mental health days, holiday billable-hour credit, bring-your-child to work benefit, supportive and dynamic company culture
• Continuous Learning and Opportunities for Growth: Comprehensive initial and ongoing training, free live and on-demand CEUs, monthly trainings, $500 CE stipend, weekly in-person mentorship and supervision, BCBA career path, in-house research program and research participation opportunities!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision to each BCBA and BCBA Intern assigned to you
• Provide assistance and support with clinic operations
• Provide case management support as needed

Performance Requirements:

• Upload all documentation to EMR and organize files according to company guidelines.
• Conduct and document monthly BST Perform checks for all assigned BCBAs and RBTs within POD.
• Meet monthly supervision requirements for both RBTs and clients, in alignment with current BACB standards.
• Provide caregiver training a minimum of two times per month.
• Submit all clinical reports and documentation by the designated deadlines.
• Complete and maintain accurate BCBA caseload trackers regularly.
• Collaborate with other service providers to ensure effective coordination of care.
• Provide timely feedback to BCBAs and RBTs and document all feedback in Paylocity.
• Train and mentor BCBAs and RBTs to address and improve identified clinical skill deficits.

Refer to Job description for more detail on the job duties and expectations.

Standards in Communications:

• Act as a liaison between training, clinical leadership, and operations.
• Support a collaborative, communicative, and solutions-focused training culture.
• Work closely with caregivers and team members to ensure training promotes continuity of care when necessary

Qualifications & Skills:

• At least 2 years’ experience working as a BCBA (3-5 years preferred)
• At least 5 years’ experience working directly with children diagnosed with autism and/or intellectual/developmental delays
• Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or a related field from an accredited institution—must include a BACB-verified coursework sequence
• Maintain an active BCBA certification from BACB.
• Maintain an active BCBA license (Starting October 1, 2025)

Non-Discrimination Statement

Atlanta Autism Center (AAC) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AAC complies with applicable laws regarding accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.