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MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy
Southfield, Michigan

ABA Manager BCBA

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Job Description

MetroEHS is seeking a dedicated and dynamic ABA Manager to lead and oversee the ABA program at our neighborhood clinic in Southfield.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional to drive clinical excellence, mentor a team of BCBAs, RBTs, and BTs, and ensure high-quality services for individuals with Autism.

If you are a skilled leader with a commitment to evidence-based practices and a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, we invite you to join our team and help us Reveal the Super in Every Child!

About MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

For over 20 years, MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy has been a leader in providing integrated pediatric therapy services throughout Southeast Michigan.

Our mission is to deliver evidence-based, intensive, multidisciplinary, and collaborative pediatric therapy that empowers children and their families to achieve their fullest potential.

Our neighborhood therapy centers make it easy for families to access a comprehensive approach to therapy, offering Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Feeding/Swallowing Therapy in one center.

Through play, acceptance, and joy, we embrace the complexities of each child, striving to create functional outcomes that enhance their quality of life.

Why Join Us?

Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Environment – Work alongside ABA, OT, PT, Speech, and feeding specialists all under one roof, enhancing holistic care and professional development.

Innovative, Evidence-Based Methods – We emphasize early intervention, intensive therapy, and play-based techniques to maximize neuroplasticity and long-term developmental success.

Support for Your Growth – Free CEUs, conference budget, research opportunities, and leadership pathways for those looking to advance within the company.

Achievable Productivity Goals & High Bonus Potential – Competitive salary plus a productivity bonus structure designed with clinicians in mind.

No Travel to Client’s Homes – Enjoy clinic-based services with small, manageable caseloads.

Your Impact

  • As an ABA Manager at MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy, you will:
  • Lead and develop the clinical direction of an ABA program, ensuring high-quality, individualized services.
  • Oversee and mentor a team of BCBAs, RBTs, and BTs, fostering professional growth and excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in ABA therapy.
  • Collaborate with Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapists to support a multidisciplinary approach.
  • Train and onboard new BCBAs while providing ongoing supervision and professional development.
  • Monitor and optimize ABA program efficiency, ensuring appropriate services and balanced staff caseloads.
  • Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to support continuous staff improvement and retention.
  • Educate staff and parents on individualized treatment plans before service initiation.
  • Strengthen parent training to enhance engagement and empower families in their child’s care.
  • Expand clinic capacity while maintaining high-quality, individualized treatment plans.
  • Develop and refine skill acquisition programs and behavior intervention plans based on ABA principles.
  • Continuously assess and adjust behavior plans to align with client progress and evolving needs.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including supervision notes, progress updates, and behavior data.

Conduct comprehensive assessments (e. g., ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS, PEAK) at intake and semi-annually.

Participate in staff meetings and training workshops to promote best practices and professional growth.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree and current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

  • 3+ years' experience leading/supervising behavioral programs and clinical staff
  • Prior experience with behavioral assessments, support plans, and progress monitoring tools

Strongly Rooted Clinical Skills in ABA

  • Demonstrated ability to drive and manage change in a systematic way, engaging others through the process
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Effective decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong analytical skills

Physical & Environmental Requirements

  • Active & Engaged Work – Kneeling, bending and playing at ground level.
  • Hands-On Support – Lifting up to 50+ lbs may be required.
  • Quick Reflexes – Ability to respond to behaviors such as elopement (running away) or aggressive actions.
  • Loud or Noisy Environments – Working with active children in dynamic settings.
  • Potential Exposure to Bodily Fluids – Assisting with hygiene or accidental incidents.
  • Clinic Location
  • Southfield

Status: Full-time

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Compensation

After applying, a member of our recruiting team will call to review the pay range and opportunities for additional compensation through productivity bonuses. Compensation varies based on each clinician’s unique skills and experience.

  • Full-Time Benefits
  • 401(k) with 4% match (fully vested after 90 days)
  • Medical, dental, vision benefits
  • 100% employer-paid group life and long-term disability insurance
  • 3 weeks PTO (120 hours) in your first year
  • 11 paid holidays annually
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 529 college savings plan

Additional Perks for Clinicians

  • Annual conference budget and Free CEUs (no PTO required to attend!)
  • Opportunities to supervise Clinical Fellows and grad students
  • Opportunities to present at state and national conferences
  • Opportunities to participate in research activities
  • Pathways for career advancement – Clinic Director, Therapy Manager, and more
  • Supportive team culture with mentorship and collaboration
  • Join Our Team!

If you're ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families while working with an incredible team of professionals, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of the MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy family, where we Reveal the Super in Every Child!

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process.

Key Responsibilities

The ABA Manager will lead the clinical direction of the ABA program and oversee a team of BCBAs, RBTs, and BTs to ensure high-quality, individualized services. They will also collaborate with multidisciplinary therapy teams and conduct comprehensive assessments to support client progress.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipStaff supervisionMultidisciplinary collaborationData analysisPerformance managementRegulatory complianceClinical assessmentEvidence-based practice

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates ABA Manager BCBA at MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy a 6.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,648 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Michigan, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (46 salary observations; 208 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,395 salary observations; 4,936 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 32% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.5
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  • No weekends
  • On-site

Living in Southfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$256k
Typical market rent
$1,584/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Plymouth, MI
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with 4% match
Medical, dental, vision benefits
100% employer-paid group life and long-term disability insurance
3 weeks PTO (120 hours) in first year
11 paid holidays annually
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
529 college savings plan
Annual conference budget and free CEUs