Better Together Behavioral Health Inc Assistant Clinical Director El Paso, TX · Full time Company website

The Assistant Clinical Director (ACD) plays a vital role in advancing the quality, consistency, and integrity of clinical services at Better Together Behavioral Health. This leadership position supports the Clinical Director in overseeing clinical operations, guiding staff performance, and ensuring that all treatment practices align with the highest standards of behavioral health care. The ACD provides a balanced combination of leadership, mentorship, and direct clinical work. This position focuses on supporting BCBAs and RBTs in skill development, performing quality assurance checks, and maintaining positive outcomes for clients and their families.

About Better Together Behavioral Health Inc

Our mission is to meet the distinct needs of the local autism community specifically focusing on the marginalized Latin and transient military communities by creating a team reflective of and immersed in the diverse community we serve. Better Togethers vision is to create a model of inclusion, support, and empowerment that can be replicated on a larger scale and have a widespread impact on marginalized communities. At Better Together Behavioral Health, we believe opportunity and representation amplify the therapeutic experience and community belonging. We believe that we truly are better together, and our teamwork, accountability, authenticity, growth, and innovative values support our mission and vision to be at the forefront of ABA treatment.

Description

Clinical Quality and Oversight

  • Partner with the Clinical Director to establish and maintain consistent clinical expectations across the organization.
  • Conduct direct observations of staff-led sessions and provide actionable feedback focused on quality improvement.
  • Review treatment plans, progress reports, and behavior intervention plans to ensure compliance with clinical best practices and payer guidelines.
  • Audit data collection systems for accuracy, reliability, and alignment with performance standards.
  • Monitor clinical outcomes and collaborate on strategies to improve treatment integrity and client progress.
  • Participate in case staffing, peer reviews, and clinical escalation meetings related to complex behavioral challenges.
  • Support insurance reviews, concurrent authorizations, and appeals processes as needed.
  • Maintain proactive communication with caregivers to promote engagement, transparency, and continuity of care.

Staff Leadership and Development

  • Assist in onboarding, mentoring, and supervising new BCBAs to ensure alignment with organizational standards.
  • Provide ongoing clinical supervision to BCBAs and oversight for RBTs under their supervision.
  • Coordinate and lead regular staff meetings, clinical reviews, and professional development sessions.
  • Support RBT training and competency assessments, including refreshers and ongoing skill advancement.
  • Develop and implement targeted training agendas for clinical track RBTs and case managers in collaboration with the Clinical Director.
  • Guide BCBAs through complex case conceptualization, functional assessment interpretation, and treatment design.
  • Model effective leadership communication, compassionate care, and adherence to ethical standards.
  • Identify staff performance strengths and areas for growth, implementing individualized development or improvement plans as needed.

Clinical Service Delivery and Case Management

  • Maintain an appropriate caseload of approximately six full-time equivalent clients with minimum of 24 billable hours per week.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments
  • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans with measurable goals for skill acquisition and behavior reduction.
  • Oversee data collection procedures to ensure high-quality program integrity and progress tracking.
  • Review risk and crisis management protocols and provide real-time leadership support for severe behavior situations.
  • Conduct caregiver training sessions both individually and in groups, and collaborate on treatment generalization goals across home and community settings.
  • Oversee transition and discharge processes to ensure appropriate goal completion and continuity of care.
  • Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary providers to coordinate comprehensive client care.

Operational and Administrative Collaboration

  • Work closely with the Operations Team to coordinate scheduling, documentation, and CentralReach data accuracy.
  • Ensure timely completion of authorizations, treatment plan updates, and progress notes in accordance with payer guidelines.
  • Collaborate with leadership to develop, track, and evaluate clinic-wide performance metrics and outcome measures.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, policies, and operational systems that promote effective clinical delivery.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis or a related field.
  • Active Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
  • Current Texas Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) license.
  • Strong skills in data-based decision making, technical writing, and professional communication.

Preferred:

  • Experience with CentralReach data system.
  • Demonstrated success in leading clinical teams or contributing to operational improvement initiatives.
  • Experience conducting staff training or presenting to professional and caregiver groups.

Physical and Clinical Requirements

  • Ability to lift or support up to 50 pounds as needed.
  • Capacity to move effectively between seated, standing, and floor-based positions.
  • Ability to respond promptly and appropriately to manage behaviors, including implementing approved safety techniques.
  • Endurance for six to eight hour treatment and supervision sessions involving active engagement with clients.

Why Better Together Behavioral Health

Better Together Behavioral Health is committed to clinical excellence, transparent leadership, and meaningful collaboration. Our Assistant Clinical Directors are key partners in developing staff capacity, advancing ethical practice, and ensuring every client receives individualized, impactful care.


If you are a BCBA leader ready to elevate your clinical influence while fostering team growth and quality outcomes, we invite you to take the next step. At Better Together Behavioral Health, we truly believe we are Better Together.