Clinical Leader Intern

Center for Social Dynamics; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free college or tuition reimbursement

Paid drive time & mileage

Company-issued cell phone

Paid training and hands-on learning

Structured mentorship

Early leadership pathway

Job summary

Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) invites ambitious interns to step into clinical leadership within ABA. You will deliver 1:1 ABA services under Clinical Leaders, following individualized treatment plans across home, school, and community settings.

This hands-on internship blends direct care, mentorship, and early leadership exposure. Starting pay ranges from $20 to $29 per hour, with opportunities for tuition reimbursement and professional growth through CSD University and structured mentorship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Child Development, Childhood Education, Special Education, or Pediatric Therapy (Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy)
• 2+ years of related professional experience implementing behavior modification intervention services, or 1+ year plus 12 units in ABA, or BCaBA
• Reliable transportation
• Vaccination proof per CA mandate

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 ABA services using play-based, evidence-based strategies
• Follow individualized treatment plans designed by Clinical Leaders
• Support development in communication, socialization, and daily living skills
• Deliver services in homes, schools, centers, and community settings
• Carry a limited caseload with added responsibility, guided by senior clinicians
• Participate in joint sessions, shadowing, and in-field coaching
• Assist with documentation review, session preparation, and treatment fidelity
• Support parent education conversations with Clinical Leaders
• Collaborate with Training and Operations teams as part of learning experience

Skills

1:1 ABA services

Treatment plans

Mentorship

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Child Development/ABA related

Job description

Your First Step Into Clinical Leadership in ABA

This isn’t just an entry-level role — and it’s not quite a full supervisory position either. It’s a hands‑on internship designed for future Clinical Leaders. At CSD, Clinical Leader Intern supports the design and delivery of evidence-based behavioral health services for children with autism spectrum disorders and/or related developmental disabilities. Working under the supervision of a licensed or credentialed Clinical Leader, this role assists in implementing treatment plans aligned with physician recommendations across home, school, and other natural settings.

Starting Pay: $20–$29 per hour, based on experience

What Makes This Role Distinct

Career Compass

A clearly mapped pathway that blends direct care, mentorship, and early leadership exposure — no guessing what comes next.

Dreams Come True

Free college or tuition reimbursement to support your academic and clinical growth.

Career Rewards

Recognition tied to milestones, skill development, and clinical impact.

Supportive Infrastructure

Strong clinical, operational, and training partnerships so you can focus on learning and quality care — never alone.

About Us

At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe in possibilities. From a child’s first session to every milestone after, we’re building futures filled with play, progress, and joy. We meet kids where they are — at home, in schools, and in the community — using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help them grow through connection, compassion, and consistency. We live our TRUE values: Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence. It’s not just how we work — it’s who we are. At CSD, we don’t just change lives. We light them up.

About the Opportunity

• Direct Client Support Provide 1:1 ABA services using play-based, evidence-based strategies
• Follow individualized treatment plans designed by Clinical Leaders
• Support skill development in communication, socialization, and daily living skills
• Deliver services in homes, schools, centers, and community settings
• Early Clinical Leadership Exposure Carry a limited caseload with added responsibility, supported by senior clinicians
• Participate in joint sessions, shadowing, and in-field coaching opportunities
• Assist with documentation review, session preparation, and treatment fidelity
• Support parent education conversations alongside Clinical Leaders
• Collaborate with Training and Operations teams as part of your learning experience

This role is not independent supervision — it’s guided, mentored exposure to leadership as you grow.

What Success Looks Like

Kids reaching meaningful milestones through consistent, compassionate care; families feeling supported, informed, and hopeful; You building confidence — not just as a Behavior Specialist, but as a future clinical leader; Clear progress toward advanced roles through structured mentorship and feedback.

Benefits & Professional Support

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Paid drive time & mileage reimbursement
• Company-issued cell phone
• Free college or tuition reimbursement (Dreams Come True Program)
• Paid training and hands‑on learning through CSD University
• Structured mentorship from Clinical Leaders and senior clinicians
• Early pathway toward Clinical Leader and BCBA-track roles

About You

• Love working with kids and want to deepen your clinical impact
• Are curious about leadership, supervision, and clinical decision-making
• Value structure, feedback, and evidence-based practice
• Thrive in a learning-focused, supportive environment
• Are pursuing or planning to pursue a degree or certification in ABA or a related field

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines, or a closely related field: Psychology, Child Development, Childhood Education, Special Education, or Pediatric Therapy (Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy)
• One of the following experience pathways: 2+ years of related professional experience implementing behavior modification intervention services, or 1+ year of related professional experience implementing behavior modification intervention services and 12 semester units in Applied Behavior Analysis, or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to complete training, documentation, and physical requirements of the role
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated)
• Comfort working with diverse populations
• Ready to Apply?

Physical Requirements

• Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work
• Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair
• Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening
• Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing
• Frequent typing, use of computer
• Occasional walking around building
• Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling
• Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds
• Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car

About Our Values

• Transparency in the work that we do and the actions we take to achieve our mission.
• There are no hidden agendas or motives at Center for Social Dynamics. Each family’s unique cultures, values, and generational dynamics.
• Understanding through tolerance, cooperation, and empathy in the pursuit of our mission.
• We never lose sight of who we are, the people we serve, and our purpose and meaning.
• Respect for all and the value that everyone brings towards accomplishing our mission.
• No one at CSD is worth more or less, and together we are greater than the sum of our parts.
• Excellence in our drive, passion, and commitment to our mission.
• CSD will always do what it takes to deliver the best, leave no one behind, and champion our cause.

CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.