Ready to grow beyond traditional BCBA responsibilities?
At Opal Autism Centers, we’re intentionally building a different kind of clinical leadership experience — one focused on ethical care, sustainable clinical practices, mentorship, operational support, and long-term leadership development.
As an independently owned, center-based ABA organization, we are committed to creating an environment where clinical leaders feel empowered to support their teams, uphold treatment quality, and make a meaningful impact without sacrificing clinical integrity or personal well-being.
Our Assistant Clinical Directors play a critical role in supporting clinical excellence, mentoring BCBAs and RBTs, and helping create stable, high-quality treatment environments for children and families.
Position: Assistant Clinical Director - BCBA
Location: 700 S. Woodruff Ave. Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Job Type: Full-Time | In-Person | Center-Based
Base Salary: Starts at $86,000
Optional retention bonus up to $5,000
Annual Bonus Opportunity: Earn up to ~15% of salary
Total Earning Potential: High-performing Assistant Clinical Directors may exceed $100,000 annually through a combination of competitive base salary, annual bonus opportunity, retention incentives, and ongoing investment in professional development and clinical support.
Why BCBAs Choose Opal:
✔ Independently owned organization — not private equity backed
✔ No restrictive employment agreements or bonus repayment clauses
✔ Center-based early intervention model (ages 2–6)
✔ Dedicated operations, scheduling, and administrative support
✔ Flex days built into scheduling structure
✔ Sustainable caseload management philosophy
✔ Annual bonus' opportunity up to ~15% of salary
✔ Collaborative, clinician-led culture
✔ Leadership growth and mentorship opportunities
✔ Opportunity to influence clinical culture, mentorship, and team development
✔ Intentional, stable organizational growth
✔ Dedicated clinical quality and compliance leadership focused on ethical care, evolving funder requirements, and sustainable clinical practices
🌱 Our Care Model
At Opal Autism Centers, we provide assent-based, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming care- prioritizing learner autonomy, emotional safety, and dignity through compassionate, non-coercive, and individualized ABA practices.
What You’ll Do:
The Assistant Clinical Director supports the Clinical Director in overseeing clinical operations, maintaining treatment quality, mentoring clinical teams, and helping ensure alignment with clinical, ethical, and payer expectations. This role is ideal for an experienced BCBA who is passionate about leadership, mentorship, quality improvement, and helping shape a positive and sustainable clinical culture.
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Customized Transition Support:
We understand that transitioning into a new BCBA role can involve financial, logistical, and career-planning considerations. Depending on experience, location, and organizational need, individualized employment packages may include relocation support, sign-on or retention incentives, assistance navigating previous employment-related financial obligations, and contingent offers for future BCBAs preparing to sit for their certification exam.
We’ve intentionally built a compensation and support structure that prioritizes sustainability, growth, clinician well-being, and ethical clinical practice.
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About Opal Autism Centers:
At Opal, we are committed to delivering ethical, high-quality ABA services that prioritize dignity, compassion, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes for the children and families we serve.
We are intentionally building an organization where clinicians and leaders can grow long-term without sacrificing quality care, clinical integrity, or personal well-being. As the ABA landscape continues to evolve, our leadership team remains proactive in adapting to changing clinical, ethical, state, and payor requirements to help create sustainable clinical practices that support and protect both our clients and clinicians.
We believe strong leadership creates stronger outcomes — for children, families, and clinical teams alike.
Opal Autism Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the above statement.
Who We Are -
Opal Autism Centers is a child-centered organization led by clinical and operational experts who are passionate about the science of behavior change and the impact it has on children and their families. We are committed to raising the standard of care in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). By expanding into underserved regions, military communities, and areas where families often wait more than a year for services, we are helping increase access to high-quality autism care for children who need it most. Our teams lead with compassion, positivity, and an unwavering dedication to the children and families we serve every day.
What We Do -
At Opal, we provide evidence-based ABA therapy that uses play, positive reinforcement, and individualized learning to help children build meaningful skills. Our services are tailored to each child’s interests, strengths, and goals. We focus on teaching communication, social interaction, and daily living skills that empower children to navigate the world with greater independence and confidence. Through compassionate, science-backed care, we help children grow, learn, and improve their quality of life—changing little lives in big ways.
Work Culture — “Opalized” -
Our culture is built around attracting, supporting, and developing exceptional talent. At Opal, we equip our teams with strong systems, mentorship, and resources so they can do their best work and deliver life-changing care. We are dedicated to developing future leaders in the field while fostering a supportive environment where collaboration, growth, and excellence thrive. From admission to program graduation, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a lasting difference.
Come have fun changing lives with us.
