Clinical Manager, BCBA

Catalight

Clinical Manager leading care teams providing ABA services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Responsible for developing treatment plans and supervising staff to enhance client independence.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeWalnut Creek • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,000 - $98,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing personalized treatment plans and implementing ABA programming, with a strong focus on client progress tracking and staff supervision. Possesses excellent communication skills and a thorough understanding of ethical practices in behavior analysis.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)ABA ProgrammingClient Progress TrackingStaff SupervisionHIPAA Compliance

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Hard Skills

Treatment Plan DevelopmentData Collection ProceduresABLLS-R AdministrationVB-MAPP AdministrationAFLS AdministrationEssentials for Living AdministrationCase SupervisionBehavior Analysis Concepts

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMentoring Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D)

Industry Keywords

AutismBACB Ethical CodeClient DocumentationInsurance Progress Reports

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
Design and implement data collection procedures to meticulously track client progress and make informed treatment modifications
Supervise, train, and mentor Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians in ABA concepts
Collaborate and communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and other service providers
Manage client documentation and submit timely progress reports to insurance providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills
Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA practices and adherence to policies
Demonstrated integrity and adherence to the BACB Ethical Code

Benefits

Comp & perks

Individual development programs
Great team support
Opportunities for career advancement