Job Description

Job Location: Bradshaw Center Based - Sacramento, CA 95827

Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 SalaryBCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Clinic-Based | Sacramento Region, CA

Full-Time: Up to $90,000 Annually | Part-Time: Up to $45/Hour | Contract: Up to $65/Hour

Join a team where BCBAs come to thrive—not burn out.

At Advance Kids, we believe exceptional clinical care starts with supporting the clinicians who provide it. For more than 20 years, we have provided comprehensive ABA services throughout Sacramento, serving individuals from early intervention through adult and residential programs.

We listened to BCBAs and intentionally designed our systems, caseloads, and culture around what helps clinicians do their best work while maintaining a fulfilling life outside of work. Our goal is simple: provide BCBAs with the clinical support, manageable caseloads, mentorship, and work-life balance they need to build sustainable careers.

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and clinically driven Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our clinic-based team. This position provides the opportunity to develop individualized ABA programs, mentor RBTs, collaborate with families and interdisciplinary providers, and deliver high-quality, ethical clinical services in a supportive environment.

Position Summary

The BCBA is responsible for the development, implementation, supervision, and ongoing evaluation of individualized ABA programs. This position provides clinical oversight to RBTs, conducts parent and caregiver training, monitors treatment outcomes, and collaborates with families, schools, funding sources, and interdisciplinary providers.

The BCBA will maintain high standards of clinical quality and treatment integrity while supporting a collaborative, positive, and sustainable clinical environment. Unlike traditional high-pressure BCBA positions, this role is designed around manageable caseloads, strong administrative support, predictable schedules, and meaningful clinical work.

Required Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• Master's degree or higher in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or a related field
• Demonstrated passion for helping children and families
• Commitment to ethical and individualized clinical practice
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Ability to provide effective mentorship and supervision to RBTs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing ABA services in a clinic-based setting
• Experience supervising and mentoring RBTs
• Experience providing parent and caregiver training
• Experience collaborating with schools, funding sources, and interdisciplinary providers

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of required background screening
• Verification of education and professional credentials
• Completion of all agency-required onboarding and compliance requirements

What You'll Do

Clinical Program Development & Oversight

• Develop individualized ABA programs based on client needs, assessment results, and treatment goals
• Oversee implementation of individualized treatment programs
• Review and analyze clinical data to evaluate treatment effectiveness
• Make data-driven modifications to treatment plans and programming
• Monitor treatment integrity and ensure clinical programs are implemented appropriately
• Ensure services are consistent with ethical and evidence-based ABA practices
• Drive high-quality clinical outcomes for individuals served

RBT Supervision & Mentorship

• Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians through coaching, feedback, and modeling
• Provide ongoing clinical guidance and support to RBTs
• Observe treatment implementation and provide performance feedback
• Support RBT skill development and professional growth
• Promote a collaborative and supportive clinical team environment
• Communicate clear expectations regarding treatment implementation and client care

Parent & Caregiver Training

• Provide parent and caregiver training to support skill acquisition and generalization
• Develop collaborative relationships with families and caregivers
• Teach caregivers strategies to support behavioral and skill-development goals across environments
• Lead monthly parent meetings
• Communicate client progress, treatment recommendations, and program updates effectively
• Support families in understanding and implementing evidence-based behavioral strategies

Data Collection & Clinical Documentation

• Monitor client data and assess progress toward treatment goals
• Review data regularly and make appropriate programming decisions
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of clinical documentation
• Maintain treatment records in accordance with agency and funding-source requirements
• Ensure documentation supports medical necessity and ongoing treatment
• Monitor treatment fidelity and address barriers to effective implementation

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with families, schools, funding sources, and interdisciplinary providers
• Participate in team meetings and treatment planning discussions
• Communicate effectively with RBTs, caregivers, clinical leadership, and external stakeholders
• Coordinate services and recommendations across relevant providers and environments
• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with all members of the treatment team
• Advocate for individualized, ethical, and clinically appropriate services

Clinic Operations

• Support light center operations as needed
• Assist with opening and closing responsibilities
• Provide oversight of client recess and lunch periods as needed
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and supportive clinic environment
• Collaborate with leadership and administrative staff to address operational needs
• Support a positive experience for clients, families, and staff

Professional Development

• Maintain active BCBA certification and meet all applicable certification requirements
• Maintain professional knowledge and skills through continuing education and ongoing learning
• Participate in ongoing professional development and CEU opportunities
• Stay current with evidence-based ABA practices, ethical standards, and applicable professional requirements
• Participate in clinical consultation, mentorship, and training opportunities
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence

Work-Life Balance & Clinical Support

At Advance Kids, we intentionally structure this position to support long-term success and clinician well-being.

• Small, manageable caseloads
• No travel outside of the clinic
• No weekends
• No late weeknights
• Predictable schedules
• Protected personal time
• Strong administrative and clinical support
• Collaborative RBT and clinical teams
• Engaged leadership and mentorship
• Reduced administrative burden
• Opportunities to expand skills across clinic, in-home, residential, and day-program settings when desired

Compensation

• Full-Time W-2: Up to $90,000 annually
• Part-Time W-2: Up to $45 per hour
• Contract 1099: Up to $65 per hour

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• PTO accrual
• Separate paid sick time
• Nine (9) paid holidays
• Annual performance-based compensation growth potential
• Loyalty bonus every 5 years
• Life & AD&D coverage at no cost to you
• Comprehensive EAP—100% employer-funded
• Tax-advantaged healthcare & dependent care FSAs
• Ongoing professional development and CEUs

Why Advance Kids?

For more than 20 years, Advance Kids has provided comprehensive ABA services throughout Sacramento, from early intervention to adult and residential programs. We are clinician-led, community-rooted, and deeply committed to ethical, individualized care.

At Advance Kids, BCBAs aren't expected to choose between clinical excellence and a fulfilling personal life. We have intentionally created a supportive environment where manageable caseloads, strong teams, meaningful mentorship, and work-life balance allow clinicians to do their best work.

You'll work alongside engaged leadership, experienced RBTs, and fellow clinicians who collaborate rather than compete. And when you're ready to grow, Advance Kids offers opportunities across multiple service settings—including clinic, in-home, residential, and day programs—allowing you to expand your skills when and if it makes sense for you.

Here, you're not just filling a position. You're joining a community where BCBAs are supported, respected, and empowered to build careers they are proud of.

Apply Today and Build a Career You Can Thrive In.

QualificationsLEADERSHIP

Integrity

Ability to be honest and has internal guiding principles that are not compromised. Treats others with respect. Represents AK philosophy. Represents self and company in a professional manner. Understands, adheres to, and implements all company policies and procedures. Ability to attend and be punctual to meetings. Ability to maintain client, employee and company confidentiality.

Communication

Excellent communication skills including public speaking and writing skills and demonstrated ability to structure large amounts of information in a written document that is clear and easy to understand. Effective interpersonal communications with subordinates and peers. Ability to communicate information down to subordinates. Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner (within 48 hours when not on LOA or sooner if urgent). Direct all concerns/problems regarding staff to your supervisor. Communication that involves informing or seeking of approval should also be submitted to your supervisor.

Relationships

Ability to build positive business relationships with subordinates and peers through good interpersonal and group communication skills. Ability to build a strong team through the trust and respect of others. Maintain a positive attitude.

Persuasion/Influence

Ability to persuade or influence others to follow your lead.

Adaptability

Ability to be adaptable and flexible, embrace change and see it as an opportunity. Welcomes and applies feedback to improve performance.

Accountability

Every team member is 100% accountable to the team. Accept responsibility for your respective contributions to the failures and errors of the team. Refrain from assuming that he/she knows the intention of another member. Concentrate efforts on solutions and refrain from complaining, finger pointing, passing on of accountability. Ability to follow directions and to set and achieve goals. Applies feedback to improve performance. Notifies department director when there is a lack of progress or significant gains.

Teamwork

Ability to know how to build and nurture a team. Know when to be a leader and when to be a follower. Ability to handle team conflict. Ability to work collaboratively with others. Respect the opinions and positions of fellow team members. Allow others to speak freely and respectfully before commenting or responding.

Coaching and Development

Ability to encourage others to expand their capabilities and take on additional assignments. Ability to train others effectively. Volunteers readily, asks for help, and offers help when needed. Pursues own training and development opportunities.

Decision-making

Ability to wade through information, comprehend what’s relevant, make a well-considered decision, and take action based on that decision.

Cognitive Attributes

Intelligence, Basic Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills, Creative Thinking Skills, Ability to Learn, Absorptive Capacity.

Social Attributes

Communication Skills, Social Awareness Skills, Social Judgment Skills, Persuasion and Negotiation Skills, Collaboration Skills, Team Building Skills, Relationship Building Skills, Behavioral Complexity - The ability to exhibit contrary or

opposing behaviors (as appropriate or necessary) while still retaining some measure of integrity, credibility and direction. Multicultural Awareness and Sensitivity.

Supervision

Prior supervisory experience is not required, but preferred. Behavior Consultants are required to provide supervision and direction to two or more RBT’s.

Education and/or Experience

Non-BCBA Position any of the following

• Minimum Master’s Degree with BCBA “in progress” desirable.
• BCaBA
• Bachelor’s Degree + semester units in applied behavior analysis + 1 year direct care experience
• Bachelor’s Degree + 2 years of direct care experienceBCBA Position: Currently holds BCBA.

Physical Demands

Ability to run, stand, sit, stoop, crawl, kneel, reach, push, and lift a child weighing 50 pounds; vocal & hearing acuity; use of a computer; ability to travel via automobile.

Background Checks and/or Licensing

Must be 18 years of age or older; criminal background check; reference checks; provide a negative TB test; provide immunization records; education verification; current drivers license and proof of valid auto insurance.

Other Requirements

Must have reliable means of transportation; availability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week; and have access to a computer with knowledge of internet, e-mail and Microsoft Office applications.