Clinical Manager (BCBA)

Clinical Manager (BCBA)

Job Category: Clinical Manager Requisition Number: CLINI001955

Posted: July 15, 2026

Full-Time On-site Lexington, KY 40503, USA

Pay or shift range: $88,000 USD to $100,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Job Details

Description

As a Clinical Manager, you'll lead a talented clinical team delivering high-quality ABA therapy across clinic, home, and community settings. You'll be the heartbeat of your region supporting BCBAs, RBTs, and other staff while ensuring every child on your caseload receives exceptional, individualized care. You'll partner closely with your Regional VP and local operations team to build a thriving, culture-driven practice.

The day to day difference!

• Side-by-side support from experienced Regional VPs and Operations Managers.
• Opportunity to mentor BCBAs and RBTs and build leadership capacity within your team.
• Leadership pathways we value building leadership from within our organization.
• Collaboration with a large network of Clinical Managers across 12 states.
• Manageable caseloads with a focus on clinical quality and staff wellbeing.

What You'll Do

Lead & Develop Your Team

• Supervise BCBAs, RBTs, BTs, Apprentices, and more
• Hold weekly 1:1s with BCBAs to support ongoing growth, share resources, and give meaningful feedback
• Run monthly All-Staff meetings and foster open, transparent communication across the team
• Champion a positive workplace culture one rooted in Cultivate's mission and values
• Mentor staff, resolve conflicts thoughtfully, and advocate for the resources your team needs

Oversee Clinical Quality

• Review treatment plans and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) before submission to insurances
• Conduct regular assessments and evaluations (at least every 6 months)
• Ensure all clinical documentation supervision hours, billable notes, and authorizations is accurate and submitted on time
• Develop targeted training to address skill gaps and continuously elevate clinical standards

Manage Operations

• Set and review caseload assignments for BCBAs and RBTs
• Collaborate with Intake and Outreach Coordinators to meet regional intake goals and onboard new clients smoothly
• Keep the clinic clean, stocked, and within budget and ensure in-home/community providers have what they need
• Monitor authorized hours and work with BCBAs to maximize service fulfillment

Build Family & Community Relationships

• Serve as the primary point of contact for families at the start of services
• Seek regular feedback from families and staff to continuously improve satisfaction
• Represent the organization at public speaking and community networking events

Compensation with your well-being in mind!

• Salary Range: $88,000 to $100,000
• Performance based bonus structure
• Medical, Dental, Vision for you and your dependents
• 401k (with company contributions)
• Flexible PTO program Enjoy 23 days of paid holidays and personal days off in your first year with more added with tenure
• Financial PDU support

Qualifications:

• 35 years of progressive experience including supervision and case management.
• At least 3 years working in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Master's degree in ABA or a related field.
• BCBA certification and state licensure preferred.
• Passionate about behavioral science and disseminating best practices and current research within the field of ABA.
• Commitment to professional growth and ongoing learning.
• Reliable transportation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A natural leader who communicates with clarity, empathy, and confidence.
• Highly organized with strong time management and the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• A strategic thinker who can balance clinical quality with fiscal responsibility.
• Comfortable presenting to both internal teams and external audiences.
• Collaborative and adaptable across diverse teams and settings.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week), including some flexibility regarding schedule changes required to accommodate patient and staff needs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with ABA data collection tools.
• Ability to successfully complete and pass a Background and Drug Screen.

At Cultivate we celebrate and support diversity. We thrive off our differences to provide the highest quality practices for our communities. Cultivate is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants. Our policies and practices prohibit 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.

Qualifications

Education

Required Masters or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required BCBA

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