Clinical Apprentice - BCBA Fieldwork Program

Centriaautism; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Exclusive Elevate gear

Milestone recognition

Job summary

Centriaautism is seeking aspiring BCBAs for its Elevate Program in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. This full-time, paid practicum offers mentorship, supervision, and real clinical experience providing ABA therapy. Participants progress through a structured, three-stage pathway with wage increases and extensive support, all while earning essential supervision hours.

The program emphasizes compassion and client-led care, preparing you for future BCBA roles with benefits that include full health coverage, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement for post-certification.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or completed a master’s-level ABA program.
• Desire to grow into a BCBA role within a compassionate care model.
• Availability for full-time hours including afternoons and early evenings.

Responsibilities

• Lead ABA therapy delivery in a collaborative environment.
• Participate in supervision with experienced BCBAs.
• Learn and apply clinical best practices.
• Progress through Elevate's structured stages.

Skills

Active enrollment in ABA program

Desire to grow into BCBA

Full-time availability

Education

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

Job description

Are you working toward your BCBA and looking for a practicum experience that actually supports your growth? Centria’s Elevate Program is a full-time, paid practicum opportunity where you'll earn supervision hours, mentorship, and support across all hours, all while building real clinical experience with children and families.

As part of the Elevate team, you’ll work as a Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and progress through a structured, three-stage pathway, Emerge, Empower, Ascend, with built-in milestones, wage increases, and personalized support.

Compensation: $18- $23 base pay with $2 per hour increases at each stage, plus full benefits.

What Centria Offers:

• Fieldwork That Pays Off – Every hour paid, both restricted and unrestricted fieldwork, while working within a role that grows with you.
• Structured Growth, Built In – Follow Elevate’s three-stage model with clearly defined milestones, clinical competencies, and stage-based wage increases.
• Real Clinical Experience – Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in home, center, or school settings, gaining hands‑on experience across six key domains.
• Assent-Based ABA at Its Best – Learn from leaders in Practical Functional Assessment, Skills-Based Treatment, and compassionate, client‑led care.
• Mentorship That Matters – Receive regular 1:1 and group supervision from experienced BCBAs and connect with a supportive network of mentors and peers.
• Clear Path to BCBA – Graduate from the Elevate program into a BCBA role with post‑certification tuition reimbursement (up to $20,000), career ladders, and internal promotions.
• Perks That Matter – Full benefits (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, exclusive Elevate gear, and milestone recognition.

Your Role & Impact as a BCBA

• 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 six core domains: 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

What You’ll Need

• Active enrollment in (or completion of) a master’s-level ABA program (verified before start date), or 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.

At Centria, you’re not just a BCBA - you’re a clinical leader, a mentor, and a changemaker. If you’re ready to grow your career without sacrificing your values, apply today and join a team that invests in your clinical excellence!

Centria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.