About Us
Nashoba Learning Group (NLG) is a non-profit educational organization serving individuals with autism through our Day School and Adult Programs. At NLG, we are committed to using evidence-based, compassionate practices rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and centered around dignity, trust, and respect. Our clinical approach prioritizes relationship-building and learner assent — we believe learning is most powerful when it’s built on safety, engagement, and connection. Our teams collaborate across disciplines to deliver highly individualized, meaningful programming that supports each learner’s academic, life, and communication goals while promoting independence and personal agency.
Clinical Director Role Summary
The Clinical Director at NLG plays a pivotal leadership role in designing, implementing, and overseeing individualized academic, life skills, and behavioral programs for 8 to 12 students receiving one-to-one support. As a Clinical Director, you will work closely with interdisciplinary team members, families, and school districts to ensure all supports are aligned with the learner’s goals and values. You will also model compassionate and assent-based practices, ensuring that the learner is honored in every aspect of programming. The Clinical Director position rotates between NLG’s Bedford and Billerica sites, depending on caseload needs. Clinical Directors are expected to work a minimum of 7 hours daily on-site, with one work-from-home day per week.
What Clinical Director's Do:
Compassionate, Assent-Based Clinical Leadership
- Develop individualized academic, life skills, and behavioral curricula that are strengths-based, person-centered, and assent-aligned.
- Foster learner engagement and voluntary participation across all learning opportunities.
- Proactively seek and honor learner input and preferences in programming decisions.
- Use data and clinical judgment to refine instruction while prioritizing learner dignity.
Collaboration and Communication
- Serve as a key liaison to families, school districts, and interdisciplinary consultants.
- Lead monthly clinic meetings with caregivers and Lead Therapists to review student progress and align on goals.
- Support families in understanding the learner’s strengths, needs, and educational path with compassion and transparency.
Supervision and Staff Development
- Oversee 1:1 instructional teams by observing sessions, providing timely feedback, and supporting training needs.
- Guide implementation of curriculum and behavior plans with an emphasis on consistency, fidelity, and empathy.
- Serve as a coach and resource to staff to promote high-quality, compassionate interactions and safe, effective behavior supports.
Behavioral Supports and Assessment
- Conduct behavior assessments and develop behavior support plans that use the least restrictive, most positive interventions.
- Integrate proactive strategies that reduce reliance on reactive procedures.
- Monitor behavior data for trends and respond quickly with thoughtful clinical adjustments.
Clinical Director Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in a related field
- BCBA certification required
- Massachusetts Certified Special Needs Teacher (or willing to obtain certification upon hire)
- Minimum of 4 years independently practicing as a BCBA developing academic and behavioral programs
- Demonstrated experience with compassionate, assent-based clinical approaches
- Strong collaboration, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills
- Valid driver’s license in good standing
- Satisfactory background and CORI check
- Physical capability to implement safety procedures including student support and occasional lifting
Why Join NLG as a Clinical Director?
- Join a team that values dignity, autonomy, and connection in all clinical interactions
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Over 8 weeks of paid time off (Holidays, Closures, PTO)
- Consistent daytime hours with one remote work day
- Ongoing training in clinical best practices, safety, and ethics
- A collaborative, interdisciplinary environment where staff are supported and learners are celebrated
