Manager of Educational and Behavioral Services - New District Development Lead (BCBA)

The Stepping Stones Group; California; On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Autism Services (CAS) is seeking a Manager of Educational and Behavioral Services - New District Development Lead to build, launch, and scale school-based ABA programs in new districts. You will partner with sales and district leaders to design service models, recruit staff, and establish timelines across MTSS frameworks.

This role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and the development of up to 8 direct reports, with oversight of clinical quality, district partnerships, and regional

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Psychology or related field.
• BCBA certification required.
• At least 5+ years' experience as a practicing BCBA.
• At least 3+ years' experience supervising others.
• Ability to pass DOJ clearance/district fingerprinting.
• Experience applying ABA in educational systems and MTSS.

Responsibilities

• Lead new district launches, coordinating staffing, onboarding, and timelines.
• Develop service models and partnerships with district leaders.
• Oversee clinical and operational delivery and ensure quality.
• Hire, train, and supervise Consultants, ABA Instructors, and Behavior Technicians.
• Develop leaders who can manage day-to-day programs while region grows.
• Monitor KPIs and regional performance against plan.

Skills

DOJ clearance

Leadership

Supervision experience

ABA expertise

Educational systems knowledge

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Psychology or related field

BCBA certification

Job description

Manager of Educational and Behavioral Services - New District Development Lead

Full-Time 115K-120K annually | California- Local Only

Build, launch, and grow school-based ABA services in new districts - supported by strong leadership, clear development plans, and a defined path to develop your own team of leaders.

Why Leaders Choose CAS

• Build something new: launch and grow services in new districts and developing markets
• Close partnership with sales, recruiting, and clinical leadership from agreement to service start
• Strong leadership available for coaching and consultation, with regular check-ins with your Regional Clinical Manager
• Volume and caseload expectations aligned to an approved regional development plan, with time built in for launches, recruitment, and leadership development
• A clear path to develop leaders and transition day-to-day management as your region matures
• Freedom to grow your career without restrictive non-compete clauses

Keep reading to see how this role is intentionally designed for sustainable, meaningful leadership.

Our Approach at CAS

At Community Autism Services (CAS), we believe the most meaningful progress happens when clinicians and leaders are supported to deliver ethical, compassionate care in the environments that matter most to families and students. Our school-based model brings the science of behavior to every tier of MTSS, with the structure, mentorship, and leadership needed to thrive.

We invest in our people at every level - through ongoing mentorship, advanced training, and pathways for growth - so you never feel like you're leading alone.

The CAS Experience

What working as a New District Development Lead at CAS looks like

Total Compensation

We believe in transparency and competitive, well-rounded compensation.

• Salary range: 115K-120K annually (based on experience and market)
• Performance-based bonus and incentive opportunities
• Company recognition awards, including monetary awards and thoughtful gifts and swag
• Employer-paid professional courses and continuing education, including paid CEUs and professional development
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance to support long-term career sustainability
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Retirement plan and additional voluntary benefits
• No non-compete clauses - we believe in ethical, clinician-first employment

Leadership Support That Actually Shows Up

You’ll lead with structure, mentorship, and ethical alignment.

• Reporting relationships with the VP Education Partnerships, Regional Clinical Director, and Sr. Manager of Educational and Behavioral Services
• Weekly or bi-weekly meetings with your Regional Clinical Manager to review your team and KPIs
• Partnership with sales, recruiting, and clinical leadership to resolve readiness barriers during launches
• Shared company standards, systems, and documentation expectations that keep every district consistent and compliant
• Travel within your assigned region and to new district sites or developing markets as needed

Your Growth Path at CAS

Your career here is designed to evolve.

• Mentorship from experienced clinical and regional leaders
• Opportunities to build and lead a team of up to 8 direct reports
• The chance to develop team leaders who take over day-to-day program management as your region grows, while you maintain regional oversight and lead continued expansion
• Ongoing professional development and networking opportunities

Role Overview

As the Manager of Educational and Behavioral Services - New District Development Lead, you will partner with sales and district leaders to design, launch, and grow school-based services grounded in the science of behavior across all tiers of MTSS. You will lead teams of consultants, ABA Instructors, and Behavior Technicians to deliver compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to diverse student profiles and school settings.

You will be responsible for clinical quality, district partnerships, daily operations, and financial performance, building the staffing, systems, and leadership capacity needed to develop a sustainable region. As programs become established, you will prepare team leaders to assume day-to-day management while maintaining regional oversight and leading continued expansion.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with sales and clinical leadership to assess district needs and develop service models, staffing plans, and implementation timelines
• Lead new district launches, coordinating recruiting, onboarding, training, and district communication
• Oversee clinical and operational delivery, providing direct support during startup and resolving implementation barriers
• Hire, train, and manage a team of Consultants delivering ABA, including caseloads, programs, and supervisees
• Monitor clinical integrity and quality of services through clinical metrics and onsite/field overlap and supervision
• Observe, review, mentor, and provide feedback to Consultants, ABA Instructors, and Behavior Technicians in alignment with the agency’s Personalized Care Philosophy
• Support added clinical needs such as assessments, professional development, and unstaffed consultative services
• Provide case supervision, caregiver training, and treatment planning for a personal caseload, as needed
• Manage 1,500-4,000 monthly billable hours as the region develops, aligned to the approved regional development plan
• Maintain collaborative relationships with district partners through consistent communication, goal setting, and reporting on outcomes
• Interface with district administrators, caregivers, and related professionals to support district goals and outcomes
• Build team capacity and partner with sales to expand services within new and existing districts
• Develop leaders to assume daily program management and support successful transitions as the region grows
• Oversee client and team member rosters to ensure clinicians are assigned to all contracted needs
• Conduct trainings and regional meetings for all levels of staff
• Create and maintain strong team member engagement and culture, and serve as a point of contact for questions about policies, benefits, and procedures
• Oversee the cost center to ensure financial stability
• Maintain documentation in accordance with school regulations and company standards, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and educational requirements
• Assist in the creation and implementation of school initiatives

How Success Is Measured

Success in this role is defined by:

• Maximizes the delivery of services in assigned region by ensuring contract utilization meets or exceeds 90%.
• Provides supervision, guidance, and clinical support to assigned team as evidenced by clinical competency scores meeting or exceeding minimum requirements for no less than 80% of teammates.
• Cultivates lasting partnerships with school districts, maintaining contracted supports year over year for no fewer than 90% of assigned districts within the region, and receiving positive satisfaction/promoter scores on NPS (85% of scores are neutral/promoter).
• Maintains a healthy cost center, meeting or exceeding gross margin (GM) targets across the fiscal year.
• Launches new district services against agreed implementation milestones, tracking time from executed agreement to service start and resolving readiness barriers with sales, recruiting, and clinical leadership.
• Grows delivered services and regional revenue against an approved development plan while maintaining clinical quality, district satisfaction, and financial targets appropriate to the stage of development.
• Develops leaders who can independently manage established services, with transitions based on demonstrated competency, district continuity, and sustained clinical and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Psychology or a related field
• BCBA certification required
• At least 5+ years' experience as a practicing BCBA
• At least 3+ years' experience supervising others
• Ability to pass DOJ clearance/district-required fingerprinting
• Experience supporting consultants/supervisors implementing ABA programs with a variety of clientele (ASD, DD, EBD, etc.)
• Knowledge and expertise in applying ABA to educational systems and settings
• Demonstrated experience applying the science of behavior across all tiers of MTSS, including universal prevention, targeted interventions, and individualized intensive support
• Experience supporting varied learning, behavioral, developmental, and social-emotional profiles across general and special education settings
• Ability to adapt services for schools and districts of varying sizes, resources, staffing structures, and needs
• Expertise in behavioral assessment and data-based decision-making at the student, classroom, school, and district levels
• Experience coaching educators and school leaders to implement sustainable behavioral practices and evaluate fidelity and outcomes

Why CAS Is Different

• Provide structure and leadership - not isolation
• Balance autonomy with strong clinical and operational oversight
• Invest in mentorship, training, and long-term growth
• Support sustainable careers in school-based and community-based ABA

Not Ready to Make the Jump - but Know Someone Who Is?

We offer $1,000 external referral bonuses for BCBA referrals and $250 for BT referrals. If your referral is hired and employed with us for 90 days, you get paid.

About CAS

Community Autism Services is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and families while creating meaningful, sustainable careers for our team members. We believe exceptional outcomes start with well-supported clinicians - through strong leadership, thoughtful systems, and a culture rooted in collaboration and growth.

As part of a nationwide organization, CAS combines the stability of scale with the heart of a community-based provider. Whether you work in homes, centers, schools, or hybrid roles, you’ll find opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.