Incompass Human Services
Assistant Clinical Director, BCBA
Incompass Human Services, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, us, 01824
Overview
Job Title:
Assistant Clinical Director, BCBA Department:
Clinical Reports To:
Clinical Director FLSA Status:
Salaried Exempt Date:
May 2025 Inclusive. Innovative. Open-Hearted. We are Care Champions — a team of adaptable, collaborative, diverse, mission-driven individuals focused on purposeful innovation and service excellence. Our community commits itself to being inclusive and welcoming as we put the whole person at the center of everything we do. The Assistant Clinical Director (ACD) is an experienced Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who will play a key leadership role in elevating the quality of services across our adult day habilitation and residential programs. This full-time position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a robust, organization-wide training and competency model focused on skill acquisition, Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), and data-driven decision-making. The ACD will drive excellence in clinical practices, improve client outcomes, and enhance operational efficiencies through high-quality staff development initiatives. As a PBS Qualified Clinician, the ACD will assist with Functional Behavior Assessments, design Behavior Support Plans, and share behavioral expertise to support the organization. Responsibilities
Develops and delivers a structured training curriculum focused on PBS/ABA principles tailored to adult day habilitation and residential services Provides ongoing training for direct support professionals (DSPs) and frontline supervisors in behavior support, skill acquisition strategies, goal development, data collection, de-escalation techniques, and best teaching practices Conducts competency assessments, skills refreshers, and ongoing coaching sessions using evidence-based PBS/ABA principles Partners with PBS Leadership to embed a culture of continuous learning and performance improvement Reviews individual data trends to identify gaps and deliver targeted, in vivo feedback to staff to drive goal achievement Assists with supervision and training of Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists in PBS/ABA methodologies Supports the Clinical Director by acting as the secondary clinical lead during emergencies, staffing crises, or concurrent clinical meetings Assists in the oversight and compliance of behavior support plans, ensuring fidelity in training, monitoring, and documentation Drives improvements in documentation, data collection, skill acquisition programming, goal writing, prompt fading, error correction, and reinforcement procedures Contributes to audits, compliance reviews, and alignment with funding mandates and DDS regulatory updates Designs behavior support plans following the framework of PBS Assists with the completion of behavior and safety assessments for MassHealth funding Assists in the support and ongoing training of staff in the use of Motivity digital data collection system Collaborates with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and the highest quality of care Applies PABC principles, serves as a role model and coach to program managers and direct care staff Participates in clinical and staff meetings, ISP meetings, intake meetings, and other relevant meetings as assigned Serves as a member of the Professional Interdisciplinary Team and the agency PBS leadership team Serves as a mandated reporter as required by the Disabled Persons Protection Commission Processes human rights issues, incident, and accident reports in a timely manner according to agency policy Ensures the human rights of program participants are safeguarded in all interventions Fosters and maintains positive relationships with families, participants, and staff Acts in alignment with organizational values, program mission, and service delivery goals Adheres to the BACB’s Professional and Ethical Compliance Code Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor as they relate to the duties in this job description Position requires some local travel using a personal vehicle (mileage eligible) Supervisory Responsibilities
Clinicians Behavior Specialist(s) RBTs Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Education And Experience
Master’s Degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field Current BCBA Certification required Massachusetts LABA required 3+ years of experience as a BCBA in applied setting required 5+ years of experience and training/leadership experience preferred Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to multitask Skilled and efficient scientific writer Demonstrable skills in BSP design Empathetic and compassionate approach Experience with digital data collection systems preferred (Motivity experience a plus) Interest and passion for applying the science of ABA to a wide-ranging population of individuals Computer Skills
Demonstrated proficiency in use of e-mail, the Internet, and strong Microsoft Suite skills. Analytical Skills
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, handle emergencies, and manage several projects simultaneously. Language Skills
Mastery of the English language required with the ability to read, write instructions, interpret field or professional materials, and facilitate meetings. Strong interpersonal skills for communicating with individuals, families, staff, and the public. Mathematical Skills
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, interpret rates, ratios, and percent, and read simple graphs. Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense, follow written or verbal instructions, and solve practical problems in variable situations. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
BCBA certification Valid Driver’s License Current First Aid and adult CPR certification required within first 6 months PABC training within first 6 months Physical Demands
The role requires typical office and clinical activity including talking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and occasional lifting up to 30 pounds. Work Environment
The work environment may include exposure to outside conditions; noise is typically moderate to loud.
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Job Title:
Assistant Clinical Director, BCBA Department:
Clinical Reports To:
Clinical Director FLSA Status:
Salaried Exempt Date:
May 2025 Inclusive. Innovative. Open-Hearted. We are Care Champions — a team of adaptable, collaborative, diverse, mission-driven individuals focused on purposeful innovation and service excellence. Our community commits itself to being inclusive and welcoming as we put the whole person at the center of everything we do. The Assistant Clinical Director (ACD) is an experienced Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who will play a key leadership role in elevating the quality of services across our adult day habilitation and residential programs. This full-time position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a robust, organization-wide training and competency model focused on skill acquisition, Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), and data-driven decision-making. The ACD will drive excellence in clinical practices, improve client outcomes, and enhance operational efficiencies through high-quality staff development initiatives. As a PBS Qualified Clinician, the ACD will assist with Functional Behavior Assessments, design Behavior Support Plans, and share behavioral expertise to support the organization. Responsibilities
Develops and delivers a structured training curriculum focused on PBS/ABA principles tailored to adult day habilitation and residential services Provides ongoing training for direct support professionals (DSPs) and frontline supervisors in behavior support, skill acquisition strategies, goal development, data collection, de-escalation techniques, and best teaching practices Conducts competency assessments, skills refreshers, and ongoing coaching sessions using evidence-based PBS/ABA principles Partners with PBS Leadership to embed a culture of continuous learning and performance improvement Reviews individual data trends to identify gaps and deliver targeted, in vivo feedback to staff to drive goal achievement Assists with supervision and training of Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists in PBS/ABA methodologies Supports the Clinical Director by acting as the secondary clinical lead during emergencies, staffing crises, or concurrent clinical meetings Assists in the oversight and compliance of behavior support plans, ensuring fidelity in training, monitoring, and documentation Drives improvements in documentation, data collection, skill acquisition programming, goal writing, prompt fading, error correction, and reinforcement procedures Contributes to audits, compliance reviews, and alignment with funding mandates and DDS regulatory updates Designs behavior support plans following the framework of PBS Assists with the completion of behavior and safety assessments for MassHealth funding Assists in the support and ongoing training of staff in the use of Motivity digital data collection system Collaborates with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and the highest quality of care Applies PABC principles, serves as a role model and coach to program managers and direct care staff Participates in clinical and staff meetings, ISP meetings, intake meetings, and other relevant meetings as assigned Serves as a member of the Professional Interdisciplinary Team and the agency PBS leadership team Serves as a mandated reporter as required by the Disabled Persons Protection Commission Processes human rights issues, incident, and accident reports in a timely manner according to agency policy Ensures the human rights of program participants are safeguarded in all interventions Fosters and maintains positive relationships with families, participants, and staff Acts in alignment with organizational values, program mission, and service delivery goals Adheres to the BACB’s Professional and Ethical Compliance Code Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor as they relate to the duties in this job description Position requires some local travel using a personal vehicle (mileage eligible) Supervisory Responsibilities
Clinicians Behavior Specialist(s) RBTs Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Education And Experience
Master’s Degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field Current BCBA Certification required Massachusetts LABA required 3+ years of experience as a BCBA in applied setting required 5+ years of experience and training/leadership experience preferred Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to multitask Skilled and efficient scientific writer Demonstrable skills in BSP design Empathetic and compassionate approach Experience with digital data collection systems preferred (Motivity experience a plus) Interest and passion for applying the science of ABA to a wide-ranging population of individuals Computer Skills
Demonstrated proficiency in use of e-mail, the Internet, and strong Microsoft Suite skills. Analytical Skills
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, handle emergencies, and manage several projects simultaneously. Language Skills
Mastery of the English language required with the ability to read, write instructions, interpret field or professional materials, and facilitate meetings. Strong interpersonal skills for communicating with individuals, families, staff, and the public. Mathematical Skills
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, interpret rates, ratios, and percent, and read simple graphs. Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense, follow written or verbal instructions, and solve practical problems in variable situations. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
BCBA certification Valid Driver’s License Current First Aid and adult CPR certification required within first 6 months PABC training within first 6 months Physical Demands
The role requires typical office and clinical activity including talking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and occasional lifting up to 30 pounds. Work Environment
The work environment may include exposure to outside conditions; noise is typically moderate to loud.
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