Clinical Manager

Catalight Foundation; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalight Foundation is seeking a Clinical Manager (BCBA) in California to lead and empower our care teams serving children and adults with autism. You will develop personalized treatment plans, supervise clinicians, and ensure high-quality ABA implementation across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include supervising BCBAs and technicians, conducting fidelity checks, collecting data, and coordinating with families and providers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field and BCBA or BCBA-D in good standing.
• Three years of experience working with children and/or adults with autism, including administering ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS, and/or Essentials for Living.
• At least 12 units of BACB-approved coursework or equivalent experience and demonstrated ABA programming and case supervision skills.
• Two or more years of experience providing staff direction and development in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans that empower clients to achieve greater independence, enhance their communication and social skills, and improve their overall 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, fostering their professional growth and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery.
• Conduct fidelity checks and performance reviews, providing constructive coaching and feedback to maximize team effectiveness.
• Design and implement data collection procedures to meticulously track client progress and make informed treatment modifications, ensuring the most effective interventions are utilized.
• Manage client documentation, regularly review data, and submit timely progress reports to insurance providers, ensuring compliance and facilitating access to necessary services.

Skills

ABA programming

Supervision & staff development

Data collection & progress monitoring

HIPAA compliance

Education

Master's degree in related field

BCBA or BCBA-D certification

BACB coursework 12 units

Experience with autism intervention

Tools

ABLLS-R

VB-MAPP

AFLS

Essentials for Living

Job description

Join our team and make a real difference in the lives of children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)! As a Clinical Manager, you'll play a vital role in helping them develop the skills they need to thrive in their communities. We're looking for a passionate and experienced Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) to lead and empower our care teams, creating a positive and supportive environment for both our clients and our staff. We are a company and community focused on equality and belonging so all people of all abilities can live their best lives and thrive.

Qualifications

Education Required: Master's degree in related field. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) or Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D) certification in good standing. Three years of experience working with children and/or adults with autism, including 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.

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

Develop and implement personalized treatment plans that empower clients to achieve greater independence, enhance their communication and social skills, and improve their overall quality of life. This includes administering assessments such as VB-MAPP, SSIS, FAST, Skills Streaming and EFL. Your expertise in evidence-based methodologies, including ABA, ESDM, TEACCH, PECS, and PRT, will be instrumental in creating effective interventions. Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA practices and adherence to policies.

Coaching and Developing Others

Supervise, train, and mentor Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians in ABA concepts, fostering their professional growth and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery. Conduct fidelity checks and performance reviews, providing constructive coaching and feedback to maximize team effectiveness.

Monitoring Information

Design and implement data collection procedures to meticulously track client progress and make informed treatment modifications, ensuring the most effective interventions are utilized. Manage client documentation, regularly review data, and submit timely progress reports to insurance providers, ensuring compliance and facilitating access to necessary services.

Authenticity

Demonstrated integrity and adherence to the BACB Ethical Code.

Building Trusting Relationships (Team)

Collaborate and communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and other service providers, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to implement ABA techniques in the home, extending the impact of our services. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, lift up to 40 lbs, and be comfortable spending time on your feet. Must be able to manage the physical and emotional demands of the role, including frequent exposure to disability disorders, occasional emergency situations and trauma, and constant client contact requiring concentration and sound decision-making. Occasional driving (to and from office and client homes) is required. Must be able to travel to multiple work sites and client homes; reliable transportation is needed.

Conditions of Employment

Must have a valid California Driver's License with insurance and maintain a clean driving record. Must pass health screenings, obtain required vaccinations, and clear TB testing based on company policies. Must obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The People & Performance Department will analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position. Must obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General. Must obtain and maintain CPR, Safety Care, and National Provider Identifier (NPI) certifications.

Time Type

Full time

Compensation

$93,000 - $98,000

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.

Catalight is an equal opportunity employer.

Are you looking for more than just a job? Join our family of companies - Catalight, Easterseals Hawaii and Easterseals Northern California - and be part of a social enterprise committed to creating greater equity for people with developmental disabilities and building more inclusive communities. If you are bold, community-centered, equity-informed and wellbeing-driven - join us.