Clinical Apprentice - BCBA Fieldwork Program

Centria Autism; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Exclusive Elevate gear

Milestone recognition

Job summary

A leading behavioral healthcare provider in Michigan is seeking Clinical Apprentices for its BCBA Fieldwork Program. This full-time, paid opportunity provides supervision hours, mentorship, and real clinical experiences with children and families. You'll progress through a structured pathway with wage increases and hands-on practice in ABA therapy. Full benefits included, and candidates should be actively pursuing or have completed a master's-level ABA program. Join a caring team dedicated to clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a verified master’s-level ABA program.
• Strong desire to grow professionally within a values-driven care model.
• Ability to be available for afternoon and early evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead ABA therapy delivery in a supportive in-center environment.
• Participate in supervision with experienced BCBAs.
• Learn and apply clinical best practices across various domains.

Skills

Desire to grow into a BCBA role

Ability to work full-time

Education

Enrollment in a master’s-level ABA program

Completed master’s degree with ABA course sequence

Job description

Overview

Clinical Apprentice - BCBA Fieldwork Program: Centria’s Elevate Program is a full-time, paid practicum opportunity designed to support your growth toward BCBA certification. You’ll earn supervision hours, mentorship, and support across all hours while gaining real clinical experience with children and families.

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–$20 base pay with $2 per hour increases at each stage, plus full benefits.

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 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.

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.