BCBA
About The Position
Dream Big Children’s Center is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide clinical leadership and oversee individualized treatment plans for children ages 18 months to 5 years. The BCBA guides Behavior Consultants and Behavior Therapists in delivering naturalistic ABA that supports children’s independence, social interaction, and inclusion. The role is based at the Apple Valley Center in Apple Valley, California, with a schedule of four days in-center and one remote workday per week. Workdays are six to eight hours within center operating hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Dream Big Children’s Center provides in-center, 1:1 play-based autism therapy across Southern California and serves many families who access services through Medi-Cal. The organization describes its values as Fun, Inclusive, Excellent, Caring, and Growth-Oriented. The center-based model includes clinical and operational support, including Behavior Consultants who provide direct clinical support and case management under the BCBA’s supervision, and Operations Coordinators who assist with scheduling and other operational needs. The position offers an annual salary of $84,000 to $94,000, based on experience. Benefits and support include an annual CEU allowance, regular clinical training, monthly quality assurance support, paid holidays and accrued PTO, medical plan options with employer contributions, a 401(k) with a 4% company match, a company-provided laptop, and a cell phone stipend. Bonus opportunities and career advancement opportunities are also described.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or a related field.
- Current BCBA certification.
- Strong skills in assessment, treatment planning, data analysis, and clinical supervision.
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach with families and team members.
- Commitment to compassionate, individualized care and an inclusive center environment.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Oversee Behavior Consultants as they conduct functional behavior assessments, review data, and develop individualized goals and treatment plans.
- Develop and monitor treatment plans that emphasize naturalistic ABA and reflect each child’s needs.
- Review client data, track progress, and adjust programming and goals as needed.
- Review Behavior Consultant progress reports for clinical quality and accuracy.
- Provide clinical supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to Behavior Consultants and Behavior Therapists.
- Lead and mentor the clinical team, supporting professional growth and accountability.
- Provide in-person clinical support that promotes independence, interaction, inclusion, and a culture of excellence.
- Build collaborative relationships with parents and caregivers, and help families incorporate ABA strategies into everyday routines.
- Supervise individuals pursuing BCBA certification, as applicable.
- Develop and deliver training for new hires and current staff.
Benefits
- Annual CEU allowance.
- Two hours of clinical training every other week.
- Quarterly Clinical Leadership Summits and an annual Vision Day.
- Monthly Quality Assurance support for cases.
- Opportunities to advance into Center Director and Regional Director roles, plus relocation opportunities.
- Monthly billable incentives for hours exceeding the target and quarterly bonus opportunities.
- Seven paid holidays and approximately two weeks of accrued PTO annually.
- Employer contributions toward medical coverage, with HMO and PPO options through carriers including Kaiser, Anthem, Health Net, and UnitedHealthcare.
- 401(k) program with a 4% company match on employee contributions.
- Company-provided laptop and cell phone stipend.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
