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Regional Clinical Manager (BCBA)
Community Autism Services (CAS)
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Role Type: Full-Time | Clinical Leadership
Direct Reports: 4 - 8 BCBAs and Licensed Behavior Specialists (LBSs)
Travel Requirements: Local travel within region of service; minimal travel outside region (<5%)
Lead the Work That Matters Most.
You didn't pursue a career in behavior analysis to manage paperwork. You did it to change lives - and to build the kind of clinical culture where every child has a real shot at meaningful progress. At Community Autism Services, the Regional Clinical Manager role exists for exactly that: to put an experienced, values-driven clinician at the center of a team that's hungry for great leadership.
In this role, you will oversee and optimize clinical quality and operations across a designated Philadelphia-area market. You'll ensure the highest standards of ABA services, drive the professional development of your clinical team, and contribute to the strategic growth and success of the organization - all while staying connected to the direct care work that brought you to this field.
Why Senior BCBAs Choose CAS
- Competitive compensation that reflects your clinical expertise and leadership scope
- Manageable caseloads that protect time for meaningful supervision and staff development
- Direct access to National Clinical leadership - you'll be heard, not lost in a hierarchy
- Quarterly Clinical Grand Rounds covering advanced ABA topics, complex cases, and emerging research
- Paid CEUs and employer-supported professional development, including specialty training opportunities
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance to support your long-term financial wellbeing
- Performance-based bonuses and company recognition awards - monetary, experiential, and beyond
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Mileage reimbursement for local travel
- No non-compete clauses - we believe in clinician-first employment, full stop
Keep reading to see how this role is built for seasoned clinicians who want to lead, grow, and leave a lasting mark on the field.
Our Clinical Philosophy
At Community Autism Services (CAS), we believe exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional clinical culture. Our approach is grounded in assent-based, child-centered ABA - treatment that prioritizes dignity, learner motivation, and measurable progress in skills that matter to families. We invest in our clinicians because we know that well-supported BCBAs produce the best outcomes for the children and families we serve.
As a Regional Clinical Manager, you will be a primary steward of that culture. You'll model clinical excellence, hold high standards with compassion, and create conditions where BCBAs and LBSs can do their best work.
The CAS Regional Clinical Manager Experience
Total Compensation & Recognition
We believe experienced clinicians deserve compensation that reflects the scope of their leadership. At CAS, senior-level compensation is built with that principle in mind.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and leadership scope
- Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to clinical quality and team outcomes
- Company recognition awards including monetary awards, thoughtful gifts, and paid professional courses
- Continuing education support: paid CEUs, conference attendance, and specialty certification pathways
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance for long-term career sustainability
- $1,000 referral bonus for BCBA hires; %500 for LBS referrals and $250 for BT referrals (paid at 90 days of employment)
Clinical Leadership With Real Impact
This role gives you the platform to shape clinical practice at scale - without losing sight of the individuals behind the data.
- Lead clinical oversight and quality assurance for a team of 4 - 8 BCBAs and Licensed Behavior Specialists (LBSs)
- Drive professional growth through structured supervision, individualized coaching, and team development
- Serve as the clinical escalation point for complex cases, guiding your team through problem-solving and decision-making
- Contribute to organizational clinical initiatives including training programs and systems design
- Participate in Quarterly Clinical Grand Rounds and contribute to broader clinical initiatives at CAS
Work - Life Structure You Can Count On
Senior leadership is demanding - we structure this role to protect your capacity for the work that matters most.
- Primarily local service delivery within your designated Philadelphia-area market
- Minimal out-of-region travel required (<5%)
- Schedule built around clinical and supervisory priorities, not arbitrary time-filling
- Operational and administrative support systems designed to reduce burden on clinical time
Your Growth Path at CAS
CAS is a growing organization, and our Senior BCBAs are positioned to grow with it.
- Direct mentorship from Senior Regional Clinical Managers and Regional Clinical Directors
- Opportunities to contribute to clinical training initiatives, program development, and market strategy
- Pathways into Senior Regional Clinical Manager or Regional Clinical Director roles for those interested
- Access to CAS's shared clinical resource library: templates, evidence-based tools, and training materials
Role Overview
As a Regional Clinical Manager at Community Autism Services in Philadelphia, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing clinical quality and operations within your designated market. You will ensure the highest quality of ABA services, support the professional development of your clinical team members, and contribute to the financial health and strategic growth of your program. Through collaborative leadership, you will maintain strong relationships with clients, families, and community partners - while serving as a model of ethical, outcomes-driven clinical practice.
What You'll Do
Team Leadership & Clinical Supervision
- Provide strong leadership to a team of BCBAs and Licensed Behavior Specialists, setting clear expectations and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment
- Deliver ongoing supervision and support to clinical team members, ensuring adherence to ABA principles and best practices
- Conduct structured supervision meetings, case reviews, and competency-based evaluations with supervised staff
- Deliver training and coaching to enhance the clinical skills and knowledge of team members and support their professional growth
- Identify staffing needs and participate in clinical interviewing to assess candidate fit
- Conduct annual reviews of supervisory team performance and, in partnership with HR, oversee performance improvement processes for clinical team members as needed
- Foster a team culture rooted in honesty, collaboration, ethical practice, and continuous learning
Clinical Quality & Service Delivery
- Conduct assessments, design individualized treatment plans, and complete reassessments of client progress to inform ongoing treatment recommendations
- Implement quality assurance measures to ensure the highest standards of care and compliance with relevant regulations and ethical guidelines
- Conduct regular reviews of client records, assessments, and interventions to maintain clinical excellence
- Provide expert consultation on complex or high-intensity cases, guiding clinical teams through problem-solving and decision-making
- Assess client needs and requirements to determine appropriate caseload assignments across the team
- Attain a treatment adherence rate of over 75% for clients within the division, ensuring consistency and effectiveness of interventions
- Ensure treatment recommendations are authorized for at least 90% of clients in service
Family, Stakeholder & Community Relations
- Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients, families, referrers, payers, and funding sources
- Cultivate positive and professional relationships with community partners to enhance coordination and collaboration
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to clients, families, and other stakeholders
- Enhance client satisfaction and Net Promoter Score (NPS) by implementing targeted improvements based on client and family feedback
Operations, Compliance & Financial Management
- Collaborate with organizational leadership and other department heads to ensure seamless communication and coordination of services
- Participate in financial planning to forecast monthly trends based on expected revenue and labor
- Demonstrate measurable progress toward fiscal year program performance goals by planning for and executing on growth objectives while effectively managing labor cost
- Maintain compliance with BACB ethics standards, Pennsylvania licensure requirements, and CAS clinical policies
- Utilize ABA-specific software and data collection tools to support documentation, program management, and outcome monitoring
How Success Is Measured
As a Regional Clinical Manager, your performance will be evaluated against clinical, operational, and team development outcomes that reflect the full scope of this leadership role.
- Treatment adherence rate above 75% for clients within your division
- Treatment recommendations authorized for at least 90% of clients in service
- Improved client and family satisfaction as reflected in Net Promoter Score (NPS) trends
- Demonstrated progress toward fiscal year program performance and growth goals
- Effective labor cost management within your program
- Measurable professional development and performance improvement of supervised BCBAs and LBSs
- Professionalism, follow-through, and alignment with CAS's clinical values and cultural competencies
Qualifications
Required
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field
- Current BCBA or BCBA-D certification in good standing with the BACB
- Active Pennsylvania BCBA licensure (or eligibility and active pursuit)
- Substantial experience in ABA services, including demonstrated progression into leadership and supervisory roles
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team toward achieving clinical and organizational goals
- Demonstrated proficiency in conducting assessments, designing treatment plans, and providing clinical oversight
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with families, clinical staff, payers, and interdisciplinary teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Effective organizational skills to manage both clinical and administrative responsibilities
- Experience providing training and professional development to clinical staff
- Demonstrated empathy and cultural competence to work effectively with diverse populations
- Familiarity with ABA-specific software and data collection tools
- Comfort using technology for communication, documentation, and program management
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally throughout the greater Philadelphia area
Preferred
- Experience with program-level operational oversight within an ABA or behavioral health setting
- Background in quality assurance, outcomes monitoring, or clinical systems design
- Familiarity with payer relations, authorization processes, and funding source management
- Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply
Why CAS Is Different
There are a lot of ABA companies in Philadelphia. Here's what makes CAS worth your serious consideration:
- We lead with clinical quality - not billable hours as our primary metric
- Regional Clinical Managers here have real authority and real support; you're not just a title
- Our clinical leadership team is accessible and invested in your success as a leader
- We are actively building the team infrastructure that lets good clinicians thrive and grow
- We operate without non-compete clauses because we believe in earning clinician loyalty - not trapping it
- CAS is part of a larger organization that brings national resources and stability while preserving a community-provider culture
If you've been looking for an organization that matches your own clinical values - one that takes quality as seriously as you do - CAS is worth the conversation.
Know Someone Who Would Be a Great Fit?
We offer $1,000 external referral bonuses for BCBA hires, $500 referral bonuses for Licensed Behavior Specialist referrals and $250 for BT referrals. If your referral is hired and stays for 90 days, you get paid - it's that simple.
Learn more at the CAS Referral Program page.
About Community Autism Services
Community Autism Services is committed to transforming the lives of children and families by improving the quality of therapeutic and behavioral services - and by joining with like-minded clinicians who want to have a greater impact in their communities. We believe exceptional outcomes start with well-supported clinicians, through strong leadership, thoughtful systems, and a culture rooted in collaboration, ethics, and growth.
As part of a nationwide organization, CAS combines the stability of scale with the heart of a community-based provider. Our passionate leadership team and expansive clinical support network ensure the delivery of the highest quality ABA services across every market we serve. Our Philadelphia team reflects that mission - deeply invested in the families we serve and equally invested in the people who serve them.
Ready to lead the clinical work that defines great ABA?
Apply today and let's talk about what Regional Clinical Manager role at CAS can mean for your career - and for the team you'll lead.
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