Clinical Manager

Easterseals Northern California; Ohio; On-site; USD 93,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing

Mental health support

Fertility and family-planning support

Paid Time Off Sick/Wellness Leave

Vacation increases with tenure

HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts

Learning reimbursement

Home-office stipend

Job summary

Easterseals Northern California seeks a Clinical Manager/BCBA to lead ABA teams serving individuals with autism. You will supervise therapists, design personalized treatment plans, and ensure data-driven progress while coordinating with families and providers.

Required are a master's degree in a related field and BCBA or BCBA-D certification, plus multiple years in autism services and supervision, with strong adherence to ethical standards and HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field required.
• BCBA or BCBA-D certification in good standing.
• Three years of experience with autism; administering ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS, and/or Essentials for Living.
• At least 12 BACB coursework units or equivalent and demonstrated ABA supervision skills.
• Two+ years of supervisory experience directing staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to build independence, communication and social skills.
• Supervise, train, and mentor Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians in ABA.
• Design and implement data collection procedures to track progress and adjust interventions.
• Submit progress reports to insurance providers and collaborate with families and other providers.

Skills

Leadership in ABA teams

ABA programming

Team mentorship

Education

Master's degree in related field

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 equity and belonging so people of all abilities can live their best lives and thrive.

What You'll Do

Develop and implement personalized treatment plans that help clients build independence, communication and social skills, and quality of life, including administering assessments such as VB-MAPP, SSIS, FAST, Skills Streaming and EFL. Supervise, train, and mentor Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians in ABA concepts. Conduct fidelity checks and performance reviews, providing coaching and feedback to maximize team effectiveness. Design and implement data collection procedures to track client progress and make informed treatment modifications. Manage client documentation and submit timely progress reports to insurance providers. Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other service providers, equipping them to implement ABA techniques in the home.

Minimum 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. 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. Demonstrated integrity and adherence to the BACB Ethical Code. 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.

Building Trusting Relationships

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.

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing Medical, dental, and vision coverage — choose from Blue Shield or Kaiser Permanente medical plans, plus Delta Dental PPO and VSP Vision. Coverage begins the 1st of the month after 30 days.
• Free, confidential mental health support through Lyra — coaching, therapy, and self-guided care, available 24/7, plus legal, financial, and child/elder/pet care resources.
• Fertility and family-planning support through Maven, up to $10,000 lifetime.
• Paid Time Off Sick/Wellness Leave — up to 12 days a year, plus a Sick/Wellness Leave Donation Program so colleagues can support each other through emergencies.
• Vacation that grows with your tenure — up to 15 days a year in your first two years, 20 days by year three, and 25 days by year six and beyond.
• 10 paid holidays a year, plus up to 2 Personal Days depending on when you're hired.
• Financial Wellbeing 403(b) retirement plan through Principal, with automatic enrollment and yearly increases up to 10% of pay.
• Limited-Purpose (Dental & Vision) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) — save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare expenses when enrolled in a qualifying medical plan (Blue Shield or Kaiser HDHP).
• Our Family of Companies contributes $60/month for individual coverage or $120/month for family coverage.
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability and Life/AD&D insurance, with optional supplemental coverage available for purchase.
• Variable Compensation — Eligible practitioners can earn incentive pay by exceeding their monthly minimum billed-hours target.
• myFlexPay — access money you've already earned, any time you need it, with no loan and no interest.
• Perks & Extras Up to $2,000 a year in Learning Reimbursement for courses, training, and professional development. A laptop or tablet and iPhone based on your role's job requirements, plus a one-time $200 home-office stipend and a $10 twice-monthly WiFi stipend (~$20/month).
• Career coaching, Employee Resource Groups, and paid training.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits and payroll direct deposit.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program — earn a bonus (up to $1,000) based on the position your referral is hired into.

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 individuals with disabilities, 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.

About Us

For more than 90 years, Easterseals Northern California (ESNorCal) is leading the way to ensure that individuals and families affected by disabilities can live, learn, work and play to their full potential. As Northern California's premier home and community-based services organization, we're committed to making care delivery easier for those with autism, other developmental disabilities and their families. Our experienced clinical team performs comprehensive assessments and services that are tailored to meet clients' and their families' needs. We are a member of a family of companies that include Catalight, Easterseals Hawaii, Easterseals Northern California and Xolv Technology Solutions — a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization with more than 800 employees working together to break down barriers and biases to create a more equitable world, so people with developmental disabilities and special needs can choose their own paths.

Easterseals Northern California is an equal opportunity employer.

Time Type

Full time

Compensation

$93,000 - $98,000

Our Values

• Bold
• Community-Centered
• Equity-Informed
• Wellbeing-Driven

Our Purpose

Breaking Down Barriers and Biases for a More Equitable World.

Comprehensive compensation package including development programs, team support, career advancement.

Offices throughout Northern California

• Walnut Creek
• Burlingame
• Dublin
• Lakeport
• etc.

About Catalight

At Catalight, we create a more equitable world so people with developmental disabilities can choose their paths. We break down barriers and biases, provide access to innovative, individualized care, clinical research and advocacy. We’re more than a provider of person-centered care. We’re a human-centered social enterprise made up of idea generators, curiosity seekers and lifelong explorers who help advance access to critical services and support for people with developmental disabilities.

Are you looking for more than just a job? Join a team that works together to ensure individuals and families impacted by disabilities achieve their personal goals and gain greater independence.

We invest in our employees with benefits that go beyond medical coverage and paid time off to include individual development programs, great team support and opportunities for career advancement.