Behavioral Health Service Line Lead (BCBA) Launch & Scale

CBEM LLC; Lafayette (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Quarterly bonuses

Comprehensive health coverage

Company-provided computer and mobile

Internet stipend

Generous paid time off

Wellness allowance

Job summary

CBEM LLC seeks a Behavioral Health Service Line Development Manager (BCBA) to lead the launch and scale of a new service line across states, starting with California. This leadership role will navigate Medicaid and commercial payer landscapes, recruit the clinical team, and build a standardized playbook for rapid expansion.

The candidate will collaborate with Operations and Finance to align growth with strategic milestones while maintaining regulatory compliance and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive operational and clinical leadership; launching or scaling ABA/behavioral health practice.
• Current BCBA certification in good standing with BACB.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the strategic roadmap for launching and scaling new Behavioral Health service lines across multiple states, including CA.
• Develop and manage the operational infrastructure for the behavioral service line, including credentialing and standardized processes.
• Oversee navigating Medicaid and commercial payer landscapes to secure authorizations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Recruit and onboard initial clinical teams to support service expansion.
• Collaborate with senior management to align growth with financial milestones and expansion goals.

Skills

ABA principles

Data analysis

Ethical decision-making

Professional communication

Education

Master’s degree in psychology / related field

Job description

CBEM LLC seeks a Behavioral Health Service Line Development Manager (BCBA) to lead the launch and scale of a new service line across states, starting with California. This leadership role will navigate Medicaid and commercial payer landscapes, recruit the clinical team, and build a standardized playbook for rapid expansion.

The candidate will collaborate with Operations and Finance to align growth with strategic milestones while maintaining regulatory compliance and high-quality care.