Clinical Manager, BCBA

Catalight•Walnut Creek, CA

About The Position

The Clinical Manager leads and supports care teams serving children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder and helps clients build independence, communication and social skills, and quality of life. The role develops and implements personalized treatment plans, administers assessments, oversees data collection and treatment modifications, and manages documentation and insurance progress reports. The Clinical Manager supervises, trains, and mentors Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians, conducts fidelity checks and performance reviews, and provides coaching to support effective, high-quality services. The role also collaborates with families, caregivers, and other service providers to help extend ABA techniques into clients’ homes. The work involves travel to multiple work sites and client homes, occasional driving, and physical and emotional demands including frequent client contact and occasional emergency situations. The position requires a master’s degree in a related field, BCBA or BCBA-D certification in good standing, and relevant autism-services and supervisory experience. Employment is full-time. Compensation is $93,000–$98,000.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related field.
BCBA or BCBA-D certification in good standing.
Three years of experience working with children and/or adults with autism.
Experience administering the ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS, and/or Essentials for Living.
At least 12 units of coursework from an approved BACB course sequence or equivalent experience and demonstrated skills in ABA programming and case supervision.
Two or more years of experience providing staff direction and development in a supervisory role.
Demonstrated integrity and adherence to the BACB Ethical Code.
Knowledge of HIPAA practices and adherence to related policies.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Valid California Driver’s License with insurance and a clean driving record.
Ability to pass health screenings, obtain required vaccinations, and clear TB testing under company policies.
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice and clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, Safety Care, and National Provider Identifier (NPI) certifications.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, lift up to 40 lbs, and spend time on one’s feet.
Ability to manage the physical and emotional demands of the role, including frequent exposure to individuals with disabilities, occasional emergency situations and trauma, and constant client contact requiring concentration and sound decision-making.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel to multiple work sites and client homes.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to promote client independence, communication and social skills, and quality of life.
Administer assessments such as VB-MAPP, SSIS, FAST, Skills Streaming, and EFL.
Supervise, train, and mentor Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians in ABA concepts.
Conduct fidelity checks and performance reviews, and provide coaching and feedback.
Design and implement data collection procedures, monitor client progress, and modify treatment as appropriate.
Manage client documentation, review data, and submit timely progress reports to insurance providers.
Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other service providers, equipping them to implement ABA techniques in the home.
Travel to multiple work sites and client homes, including occasional driving.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with coverage beginning on the first of the month after 30 days.
Free, confidential mental health support through Lyra, including coaching, therapy, self-guided care, and legal, financial, and care resources.
Fertility and family-planning support through Maven, up to $10,000 lifetime.
Up to 12 days a year of sick/wellness leave and a Sick/Wellness Leave Donation Program.
Vacation accrual that increases with tenure, up to 25 days a year.
10 paid holidays a year and up to 2 Personal Days, depending on hire date.
403(b) retirement plan through Principal, with automatic enrollment and yearly contribution increases up to 10% of pay.
Limited-Purpose and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Savings Account for qualifying medical-plan enrollees, with employer contributions of $60/month for individual coverage or $120/month for family coverage.
Employer-paid Long-Term Disability and Life/AD&D insurance, with optional supplemental coverage available for purchase.
Incentive pay for eligible practitioners who exceed their monthly minimum billed-hours target.
myFlexPay access to earned pay.
Up to $2,000 a year in learning reimbursement for courses, training, and professional development.
Laptop or tablet and iPhone based on role requirements, a one-time $200 home-office stipend, and a $10 twice-monthly WiFi stipend.
Career coaching, Employee Resource Groups, and paid training.
Pre-tax commuter benefits and payroll direct deposit.
Employee referral bonus of up to $1,000, based on the position the referral is hired into.