Clinical Apprentice - BCBA Fieldwork Program

Centria Autism•Clinton Township, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Centria’s Elevate Program is a full-time, paid practicum opportunity for people working toward BCBA certification. Clinical Apprentices work as a Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) while earning paid restricted and unrestricted fieldwork hours, receiving mentorship and supervision, and gaining clinical experience with children and families. The program follows a structured three-stage pathway—Emerge, Empower, and Ascend—with milestones, wage increases, and personalized support. The role involves providing 1:1 ABA therapy in an in-center environment and learning clinical practices across assessment, intervention, communication, documentation, program design, and ethics. Apprentices receive individual and group supervision from experienced BCBAs and can progress toward a BCBA role. Compensation is $18–$23 base pay, with $2 per hour increases at each stage, plus benefits.

Requirements

Active enrollment in or completion of a master’s-level ABA program, verified before the start date; alternatively, a completed master’s degree with enrollment in or completion of an ABA course sequence.
Strong desire to grow into a BCBA role within a values-driven care model.
Ability to work full-time, including availability for afternoon and early evening hours.

Responsibilities

Lead ABA therapy delivery within a collaborative, in-center environment.
Participate in small-group and 1:1 supervision with experienced BCBAs.
Learn clinical best practices across assessment, intervention, communication, documentation, program design, and ethics.
Attend professional development sessions and apply learnings in real time.
Progress through Elevate’s structured stages and earn milestone rewards.
Collaborate with a team that values compassion, client assent, and data-driven care.