Center Director (BCBA)

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• Elevate Your ABA Leadership Career at Butterfly Effects
• Center Director for Sandy Springs, GA

Are you a visionary BCBA ready to step into a leadership role where you can shape clinical excellence, drive operational success, and champion meaningful outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder?

At Butterfly Effects, we're more than an ABA therapy provider - we're a BCBA-led organization committed to empowering leaders like you with robust resources, collaborative autonomy, and a family-first ethos. Guided by Dr. Steve Woolf, PhD, BCBA-D (President) and Molly McGinnis, M. Ed., BCBA (Vice President of Clinical Services), we place BCBAs at the heart of our mission, ensuring your leadership amplifies real, transformative change for children and families.

Why Work at Butterfly Effects?

At Butterfly Effects, you'll discover a purpose-driven path where your expertise fuels growth at every level. As co-founders of the National Coalition for Access to Autism Services (NCAAS) and the Louisiana Coalition for Access to Autism Services (LCAAS), we're dedicated to broadening ABA access for families across socio-economic lines. We lead with compassion: BCBAs drive our decisions, backed by unparalleled support, innovation, and advancement opportunities.

What Sets Us Apart?

BCBA Leadership at Every Level: BCBAs anchor our management and executive teams, giving you direct influence over clinical standards and strategic direction.

Stable Growth Opportunities: With our nationwide expansion as an established ABA leader, advance to Senior Regional Director, Vice President of Operations, or beyond.

Ethical, High-Quality Standards: Fully accredited by BHCOE, we adhere to BACB ethics, emphasizing compassionate supervision, family engagement, and evidence-based practices over quotas.

• Supportive, Positive Culture: Thrive in a collaborative space where leaders are valued and empowered
• Engage in our "PD Speaker Series" for in-house CEU sessions with top ABA experts.
• Join monthly clinical case reviews alongside peers and executive leadership.
• Clinician Empowerment: Craft tailored center programs with full access to analytics, interdisciplinary teams, and innovative tools for superior ASD care.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits
• We value your leadership with a package built for stability, well-being, and work-life harmony:
• Total Compensation: Base salary $105,000 - $110,000 + quarterly performance incentives (up to $18,000 annually).
• Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental options, and HSA contributions.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) to secure your future.

Professional Development & Mentorship

Fuel your leadership journey with our comprehensive ecosystem - ideal for emerging directors and seasoned pros:

Local Leadership Support: Partner with regional clinical directors for hands-on guidance, collaboration, and real-time problem-solving.

Mentorship Program: Receive tailored coaching from executive BCBAs to refine your administrative and clinical acumen.

Research & Innovation: Lead ABA research initiatives and present at conferences - our team boasts 15+ publications in outlets like the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Clinical Advisory Access: Tap into wisdom from board-certified experts via internal committees and care teams.

CEU Opportunities: Enjoy annual in-house CEUs, plus funding for external conferences, live events, and our signature Clinical Conference.

What Would You Be Doing?

As the onsite leader of our ABA center, you'll orchestrate clinical and operational excellence to deliver family-centered therapy for children with autism. Your impact spans:

Managing & Supervising Teams: Direct BCBAs, RBTs, and BTs to deliver consistent, top-tier ABA services.

Assessments & Program Development: Oversee functional assessments, individualized goals, and dynamic intervention plans.

Family & Stakeholder Engagement: Foster partnerships through training sessions and relationship-building with referral sources.

Operational Leadership: Implement OBM tools, monitor metrics via analytics, and drive recruitment/training for center success.

• Ethical Oversight: Uphold BE Code of Conduct and BACB standards in all initiatives.
• This Center Director role suits passionate ABA leaders eager to blend clinical expertise with administrative vision - free from restrictive non-competes.
• What Do You Bring to the Role?
• We seek mission-aligned BCBAs ready to lead. Essentials include:
• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Psychology, or related field.
• Active BCBA or BCBA-D certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Minimum 2 years' experience providing ABA services to individuals with developmental disabilities, preferably in home or center settings.
• Proven motivation for clinical and administrative leadership.
• Strong passion for supporting children and families impacted by autism spectrum disorder.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for teams and stakeholders.
• Availability for onsite presence during center operating hours.
• Experience levels encouraged - we customize paths to your expertise!

Who Are We?

Since 2005, Butterfly Effects has supported over 15,000 families through individualized applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. Our butterfly logo symbolizes love, rebirth, and metamorphosis - mirroring our commitment to helping children and families thrive.

If you are ready to bring your passion, expertise, and compassion to a stable team that values you as much as the families we serve, we would love to meet you.

Find out more about us at butterflyeffects.com and join us on our mission to foster joyous lives through compassionate ABA care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Butterfly Effects, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate upon the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), age, ancestry, marital status, disability, veteran status, service in the military, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role may assist with related special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by management.