Program director Jobs in Mesa, AZ

Reliatus Behavioral Health, a leading national recruiting organization specializing in supporting Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) organizations find top talent. We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Director (BCBA) to lead our client’s team at their newly opened center in Mesa, AZ.

This executive leadership role offers an exceptional opportunity to direct clinical operations, shape program development, and mentor a dedicated team of clinicians while maintaining a healthy work-life balance supported by our industry-leading benefits package.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $120,000 per year

• Loyalty Bonus: $20,000 Total Loyalty Bonus! ($10,000 upon completion of year 1; $10,000 upon completion of year 2).

• Work Flexibility: Dedicated Remote Day built into your weekly schedule to support admin balance!

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in true work-life balance and trust our leadership team to manage their time effectively.

• Low-Cost Health Insurance: Comprehensive, low-cost UnitedHealthcare (UHC) medical coverage, plus complete dental and vision plans.

• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match.

• Professional Growth: Professional development stipends, CEU allowance, and clear pathways for organizational leadership.

Position Summary

The Clinical Director (BCBA) will serve as the premier clinical and operational leader for our client's newly opened center in Mesa, AZ. Responsible for driving clinical excellence, quality of care, and overall center growth, this role requires a seasoned clinical leader with strong business acumen. You will mentor BCBAs and RBTs, establish best-practice standards, and build a positive, outcome-driven clinical culture from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

1. Executive Clinical Leadership & Quality Assurance

• Oversee overall clinical operations, ensuring the highest standard of evidence-based ABA therapy across all programs in the Mesa center.

• Maintain strict adherence to BACB ethical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and state compliance standards.

• Conduct high-level clinical audits, treatment plan reviews, and fidelity checks to ensure outstanding clinical outcomes.

• Spearhead clinical protocol enhancements and integrate innovative, compassionate care strategies.

2. Team Mentorship & Operational Excellence

• Drive recruitment, onboarding, ongoing supervision, and retention of BCBAs, BCaBAs, and RBTs.

• Foster a collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented work environment for all staff.

• Deliver direct mentorship, conduct performance evaluations, and build leadership pipelines within the clinical team.

• Partner with administrative leadership to optimize center utilization, staffing schedules, and caseload management.

3. Center Growth & Community Engagement

• Act as the clinical leader and face of the newly opened Mesa center, driving community outreach and client intake processes.

• Build strong, empathetic relationships with families, caregivers, and local healthcare providers.

• Proactively resolve clinical, operational, or caregiver concerns using solutions-oriented strategies.

• Ensure accurate, timely clinical documentation and compliance with funding sources.

Qualifications Required

• Certification: Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCBA-D) certification in good standing with the BACB.

• Licensure: Current Arizona Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) license (or immediate eligibility to obtain).

• Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related clinical field.

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of post-certification experience as a BCBA, with at least 2+ years in a senior leadership or management role (e.g., Clinical Director or Assistant Clinical Director) within an ABA center environment.

• Skills: Proven executive leadership, organizational strategy, team building, and exceptional communication skills.