About this opportunity
Children's Specialized ABA lists this Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) opportunity in adams, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
About Children’s Specialized ABA
Children’s Specialized ABA is part of the Children’s Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence. We serve children with ASD by combining clinical innovation, whole-child care, and personalized therapy.?At Children’s Specialized ABA, we envision a future where every child diagnosed with autism has access to innovative and compassionate care, empowering them to thrive and reach their full potential. Our vision is built on four core values:
Inclusivity : We celebrate the diversity within the Autism spectrum and are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and values each person’s individual strengths and differences.
Innovation : We foster a culture of creativity and collaboration, exploring new ideas to develop personalized solutions that enhance quality of life for all children with Autism.
Connection : We actively engage with the health systems and broader community to coordinate services and care for people with Autism.
Quality and Safety : We invest in research and training to provide cutting-edge, effective, safe, and personalized services tailored to the unique needs of those we serve.
Join Us as a Lead BCBA in our Social Connections Program!
The Lead BCBA serves as the primary clinical leader for the after-school Social Connections Program while maintaining a center-based daytime caseload. This role combines clinical responsibilities with program oversight, staff development, quality assurance, and implementation support.The Lead BCBA supports participant placement, coaches staff, monitors treatment fidelity, and ensures individualized treatment goals are integrated into meaningful social learning opportunities. During program startup and growth, the Lead BCBA may also provide direct case oversight as additional BCBAs are hired and trained.This position collaborates with clinical, program development, and operational leadership to support program quality, growth, and long-term sustainability.
About the Social Connections Program
The Social Connections Program is a center-based, after-school ABA program for school-aged learners that combines individualized treatment with structured peer interactions. Through engaging social activities, learners build communication, social, emotional regulation, adaptive, and problem-solving skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.As a Lead BCBA, you will work a schedule of 10:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., providing clinical leadership and support during the program’s after‑school service hours.
What You’ll Do: Direct Clinical Responsibilities
Maintain direct BCBA service delivery and billable activity in alignment with organizational expectations
Conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments and reassessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and skills assessments, to identify target behaviors
Train and supervise Behavior Technicians (BTs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and other team members on intervention strategies.
Review and analyze clinical data regularly to guide treatment decisions and improve client outcomes
Provide ongoing training and support to families, caregivers, and relevant stakeholders in behavioral strategies
Provide treatment that is in accordance with BACB’s guidelines, policies, procedures, and ethical standards set forth by the Company
Clinical Leadership
Serve as the primary clinical leader for the Social Connections Program ensuring fidelity of ABA programming across the center
Ensure clinical practices are evidence-based, ethically implemented, and aligned with organizational and regulatory standards
Provide program leadership through effective management of clinical operations, staffing, organizational priorities, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Support participant placement and group composition to foster meaningful and mutually beneficial social skills groups
Guide the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures to ensure alignment between best clinical practices and operational decisions
Serve as the clinical lead for escalated families, addressing compliance issues and complex clinical concerns
Develop and deliver CEU training for BCBAs to maintain certification and build clinical skills
Supervision and Staff Development
Support onboarding, orientation, and ongoing training for clinical staff
Provide leadership oversight, coaching, and performance feedback for assigned direct reports
Conduct semiannual performance evaluations, identify individual development goals, and monitor quarterly and annual KPIs to ensure productivity and high performance of assigned direct reports
Lead clinical meetings and promote a culture of collaboration, professional development, and clinical excellence
Serve as the response supervisor for BCBAs, RBTs, and trainees pursuing certifications, providing clinical oversight through regular observation, feedback, coaching, and mentorship
Program and Operational Oversight
Collaborate with Intake Department, operational leadership, and other relevant stakeholders regarding program operations and clinical needs
Support implementation of the Social Connections Program framework, curriculum, and activity schedules
Participate in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of BCBAs, RBTs, and other program staff, partnering with HR and leadership on selection decisions
Manage clinical capacity planning, staffing needs, and participant placement to support program operations and growth
Coordinate with scheduling and intake partners on client start dates and smooth case transitions
Monitor program quality, consistency, and learner outcomes
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and program planning initiatives
Support program development, continuous quality improvement initiatives, and expansion efforts
Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned consistent with scope of certification, licensure, and professional competence
Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned by the executive leadership team
What You’ll Need
Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing
Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in state providing services, if applicable
Completion of BACB-approved supervision training
3+ years of BCBA experience in supervisory, leadership, or quality-focused role
Minimum of one year of relevant job-related experience, including providing supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to clinical staff within a social skills group setting
Experience working in Electronic Health Records, preference given to those with CentralReach experience
Work Location & Hours:
This is an on‑site position based at our North Brunswick, NJ Early Intervention Center. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. EST . The Lead BCBA is expected to maintain a 20-hour weekly billable caseload while providing clinical leadership, mentorship, and oversight to ensure high-quality service delivery and positive client outcomes.
Here’s what you can expect:
Up to 19 paid days off in your first year (including PTO, sick time, and holidays); earned on an accrual basis, paid time off increases with tenure
Comprehensive benefits including FREE medical (for employee, buy-up for dependent/partner coverage), voluntary dental, vision, short-term disability, critical illness coverage, and more!
Free 50k life insurance policy.
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) retirement savings plan
Company discount program – discounts of amusement parks, memberships, cruises, movie tickets, spas, sports ticks and more
Compensation
The expected salary range for this role is $110,000-$112,000 per year. Hourly bonus rate: $80–$90/hr for billable hours beyond your weekly goal. Final compensation will be based on a range of factors, such as your skills, education, experience, certifications, market conditions, and internal equity. All offers are made in alignment with applicable federal and state laws.Children’s Specialized ABA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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