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Centria Autism
Portland, Oregon

Clinical Apprentice - BCBA Fieldwork Program

BCBA Above average in Applied Behavior AnalysisNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$19-$24/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job description

Are you working toward your BCBA and looking for a practicum experience that actually supports your growth? Centria’s Elevate Program is a full-time, paid practicum opportunity where you'll earn supervision hours, mentorship, and support across all hours, all while building real clinical experience with children and families.
As part of the Elevate team, you’ll work as a Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and progress through a structured, three-stage pathway, Emerge, Empower, Ascend, with built-in milestones, wage increases, and personalized support.
Compensation: $19- $24 base pay with $2 per hour increases at each stage, plus full benefits.
What Centria Offers:
Fieldwork That Pays Off – Every hour paid, both restricted and unrestricted fieldwork, while working within a role that grows with you.

Structured Growth, Built In – Follow Elevate’s three-stage model with clearly defined milestones, clinical competencies, and stage-based wage increases.

Real Clinical Experience – Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in home, center, or school settings, gaining hands-on experience across six key domains.

Assent-Based ABA at Its Best – Learn from leaders in Practical Functional Assessment, Skills-Based Treatment, and compassionate, client-led care.

Mentorship That Matters – Receive regular 1:1 and group supervision from experienced BCBAs and connect with a supportive network of mentors and peers.

Clear Path to BCBA – Graduate from the Elevate program into a BCBA role with post-certification tuition reimbursement (up to $20,000), career ladders, and internal promotions.

Perks That Matter – Full benefits (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, exclusive Elevate gear, and milestone recognition.
Your Role & Impact as a BCBA
Lead ABA therapy delivery within a collaborative, in-center environment

Participate in small-group and 1:1 supervision with experienced BCBAs

Learn clinical best practices across six core domains: assessment, intervention, communication, documentation, program design, and ethics

Attend professional development sessions and apply learnings in real time

Progress through Elevate's structured stages and earn milestone rewards

Collaborate with a team that values compassion, client assent, and data-driven care
What You’ll Need
Active enrollment in (or completion of) a master’s-level ABA program (verified before start date), or a completed master’s degree with enrollment in (or completion of) an ABA course sequence.

Strong desire to grow into a BCBA role within a values-driven care model

Ability to work full-time, including availability for afternoon and early evening hours
At Centria, you’re not just a BCBA - you’re a clinical leader, a mentor, and a changemaker. If you’re ready to grow your career without sacrificing your values, apply today and join a team that invests in your clinical excellence!
Centria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

Lead ABA therapy delivery in home, center, or school settings while participating in structured supervision and professional development. Collaborate with a clinical team to provide data-driven, compassionate care across six core clinical domains.

Requirements

Candidates must be actively enrolled in or have completed a master’s-level ABA program or hold a master’s degree with an ABA course sequence. The role requires the ability to work full-time with availability for afternoon and early evening hours.

Key Skills

Clinical assessmentBehavior analysis

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Apprentice - BCBA Fieldwork Program at Centria Autism a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,004 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 20% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$45k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $43k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Centria Autism

Mental Health Care
Farmington Hills, Michigan
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Full benefits (medical, dental, vision)
Paid time off
401(k) with company match
Tuition reimbursement up to $20,000
Paid supervision hours
Mentorship
Milestone recognition