Clinical Manager - BCBA - Hybrid

Company: Progressive Option Support Services
Location: Saddle Brook
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION The Clinical Manager is required to have a minimum of a master’s degree in psychology, child development, special education, applied behavior analysis, or a related field and is required to be BCBA certified or a qualified LICENSED healthcare professional who meets state requirements. Company does not reimburse for any associated costs relating to the NJ LBA. The LBA licensure and BCBA certification is mandatory to maintain. Company does not reimburse for BCBA recertification fees. The Clinical Manager is also required to have relevant supervision experience and meet all of Company program competencies. The Clinical Manager reports directly to the Clinical Director and develops, monitors, and oversees ABA treatment plans, provides direct clinical case supervision to supervisors and behavior technicians, and provides oversight and direction of assigned cases and behavior technicians. On a monthly basis, the Clinical Manager meets individually with each supervisor to provide supervision and consultation regarding shared cases, review client programs and data, discuss staff issues, review supervisor management of their clinical team, and to follow up on any case-related and/or funding source issues. Cases assigned through CSOC PerformCare require in-person service delivery. If assigned MCO/Commercial plan cases Clinical Manager is mandated to provide in-person supervision and/or parent training services on a quarterly basis. Remainder of supervision, parent training and assessments are to be completed via tele-health. Outstanding communication and leadership skills are necessary for this role. Please note that all content of this job description is subject to change at the company’s discretion. Clinical Manager works collaboratively with other members of the Clinical team but reports to the Clinical Director. POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended to describe the major elements and requirements of the position and should not be taken as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals assigned to this job. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Ensures timely attention and response to parent and staff concerns as part of case management responsibilities Ensures timely staffing of all ABA cases with qualified BCBAs/ RBTs/BTs Ensures quality clinical service delivery by meeting all minimum supervisory requirements and parent training hours (requirements vary per funder) Maintains no less than 12-15 billable hours weekly Provides monthly supervision to all behavior technicians on their team (maintaining 5% supervision for any Registered Behavior Technicians) Develops, monitors, analyzes, and updates client programming monthly Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) or direct service as needed Attends scheduled promotional events and engagements as needed (comp time applicable). Provides guidance and direction to assigned behavior technicians on treatment plan and behavior plan implementation Provides establishment of program goals, agendas, protocols, measurement systems, and procedures Develops and monitors treatment plan protocols as needed Conducts supervision, parent education, adaptive behavior treatment protocol modification based on assigned cases’ authorized treatment hours Responds to family/client issues in a timely manner; escalates when necessary Responds to critical staff issues in a timely manner; escalates when necessary Develops and writes progress reports and submits on time to Clinical Director Renders clinical time on the ABA software at the end of each session, including completing session notes to POSS in accordance with health plan standards and collecting parent signatures. Ensures clinical documentation meet POSS standards and requirements Facilitate and lead monthly staff trainings Provide support that promotes retention on BT/RBTs Maintains communication with all staff within agency; responds to staff concerns in a timely manner Maintains appropriate relationships with supervisors (e.g., supportive and approachable, but maintains leadership role) Monitors insurance authorization expiry to ensure authorization for services are current Keeps current with relevant research around behavior-analytic intervention practices, upholds best practice standards, and communicates new research to staff and how best to implement new knowledge In addition to the above duties the following duties and responsibilities also apply: Ensures quality clinical service delivery by meeting all minimum oversight and management requirements Ensures quality clinical service delivery by ensuring all minimum supervisory requirements and parent training requirements are provided Provides management and direction to supervisors on shared cases Provides guidance and direction to Behavior Technicians Provides guidance in identifying solutions to problems with program development and implementation Provides guidance to supervisors in analyzing client outcome data to make recommendations in program implementation Approves all program changes Provides education and guidance to supervisors and staff regarding the Implementation and the development of intervention goals Provides education to supervisors and behavior technicians regarding funding source requirements Provides guidance to supervisors regarding how to respond to client issues, funding source issues, or other problems as they arise Meets with supervisor(s) at a minimum of once per month to review cases Develops and assists in the development of progress reports. Develops and edits supervisor report submissions in a timely manner, provides effective feedback, and ensures they are written in a professional manner Reviews on all progress reports on caseload PROFESSIONALISM, ORGANIZATION, & COMMUNICATION Demonstrates a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail at all times Understands, respects, and displays sensitivity to culture, age, and persons with disabilities Independently recognizes and performs duties which need to be done without being directly assigned Maintains and abides by all POSS policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs and safety standards Uses effective collaborative strategies as evidenced by recognizing and understanding that as a member of an interdependent group, collaboration and compromise is required in order to maintain the effectiveness of the group as a whole to effectively resolve problems Displaying teamwork ability to promote cooperation and collaboration; gaining support for programs and goals; establishes rapport with families, clients and professional staff Establishes priorities; organizes work and time to meet daily requirements Organizing Workflow and updates productivity logs on a weekly basis. Maintains appropriate boundaries with staff, families and other professionals Uses time effectively and constructively; does not abuse supplies, equipment, and services Accepts constructive criticism in a positive manner Complies with company dress code Responds to emails within 24 hours PROBLEM-SOLVING & KNOWLEDGE BASE Recommends solutions to problems with program development and implementation Demonstrates ability to resolve issues at the lowest level possible by proposing workable solutions Follows through until issue is resolved: continues to attend to and assume responsibility for an issue until it is successfully resolved Expresses needs to fellow staff in a clear and respectful manner Continues attend to and assume responsibility for an issue until it is resolved Demonstrates ability to bring the concerns of program staff to the director to resolve Keeps Clinical Director apprised of case related issues and outcomes Effectively listens to the needs of staff and families using empathy and active listening strategies; able to provide supportive feedback Demonstrates the ability to communicate difficult or sensitive information to family and/or staff Demonstrates effective conflict resolution skills and does not avoid conflicts Demonstrates effective knowledge of typical development, atypical development, and developmental milestones Demonstrates effective knowledge regarding program protocols, team meetings, staff meetings, trainings, session notes, data collection BENEFITS: Competitive salary (based upon experience and education) Paid Time Off Paid holidays Health Benefits – Medical / Dental / Vision 401 K UNDERSTANDING OF THE ORGANIZATION’S PURPOSE & PHILOSOPHY Understands and clearly articulates POSS mission and values Compliance with program policies and procedures; familiar with and abides by the organization’s Employee handbook and the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts Understands and can articulate POSS’ treatment approach and emphasizes the client-first model in all aspects of the position Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) For Board Certified Behavior Analyst, must hold appropriate certification as a Board- Certified Behavior Analyst in NJ.

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