Clinical Trainer (BCBA) – ESDM & Leadership Path

Soar Autism Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 105,500 - 115,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401K with company contribution

10 holidays + 15 days off

Short-term disability

Job summary

Soar Autism Center is seeking a Clinical Trainer (BCBA) in Phoenix, AZ to lead trainee development and supervise early-case practice at one to two centers. You will support RBT competency, assist supervisors, and provide weekly supervision hours focused on early trainee growth and BCBA readiness.

Role includes ESDM-based coaching, monthly fidelity checks, collaboration with Center leadership, and a pathway to ESDM certification within two years.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or a related field.
• LBA in Arizona (for AZ only).
• 3+ years of experience as Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• ABA early intervention experience.
• Strong professional communication and written skills.

Responsibilities

• The Clinical Trainer grows new trainee (BT/RBT) across 1–2 local centers after centralized training.
• Supports initial and ongoing RBT competency evaluations for new and existing RBTs.
• Assists 3–4 case supervisors in developing clinical decision-making skills.
• Provides weekly hours of billable supervision for trainees in first 6 weeks and for supervisors preparing for the BCBA exam.
• Hosts weekly group training and discussions for new trainees at their home center.
• Builds trainees' skills in ESDM and ABA strategies, data collection, and evidence-based teaching.
• Runs monthly ESDM Fidelity Checks for RBTs.
• Coordinates with BCBAs to ensure supervision requirements are met.
• Organizes quarterly center-level continuing education events for BCBAs and RBTs.
• Collaborates with Partner Clinician and Center Operations Director on performance improvement initiatives.
• Acts as clinical leader in the center when the Partner Clinician is absent.
• Aims to achieve ESDM certification within 2 years of starting.

Skills

BCBA

Clinical training

Supervision

ESDM

Data collection

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field

Arizona LBA (AZ only)

Job description

Soar Autism Center is seeking a Clinical Trainer (BCBA) in Phoenix, AZ to lead trainee development and supervise early-case practice at one to two centers. You will support RBT competency, assist supervisors, and provide weekly supervision hours focused on early trainee growth and BCBA readiness.

Role includes ESDM-based coaching, monthly fidelity checks, collaboration with Center leadership, and a pathway to ESDM certification within two years.