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Catalight
San Jose, California · Hybrid

Clinical Manager, BCBA

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$93k-$98k

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Job Description

Join our team and make a real difference in the lives of children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)! As a Clinical Manager, you'll play a vital role in helping them develop the skills they need to thrive in their communities.

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) to lead and empower our care teams, creating a positive and supportive environment for both our clients and our staff.

We are a company and community focused on equity and belonging so people of all abilities can live their best lives and thrive.

What You'll Do

Develop and implement personalized treatment plans that help clients build independence, communication and social skills, and quality of life, including administering assessments such as VB-MAPP, SSIS, FAST, Skills Streaming and EFL.

Supervise, train, and mentor Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians in ABA concepts.

Conduct fidelity checks and performance reviews, providing coaching and feedback to maximize team effectiveness.

Design and implement data collection procedures to track client progress and make informed treatment modifications.

Manage client documentation and submit timely progress reports to insurance providers.

Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other service providers, equipping them to implement ABA techniques in the home.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Required: 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.

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

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. This includes administering assessments such as VB-MAPP, SSIS, FAST, Skills Streaming and EFL. Your expertise in evidence-based methodologies, including ABA, ESDM, TEACCH, PECS, and PRT, will be instrumental in creating effective interventions.

Design and implement data collection procedures to meticulously track client progress and make informed treatment modifications, ensuring the most effective interventions are utilized.

Manage client documentation, regularly review data, and submit timely progress reports to insurance providers, ensuring compliance and facilitating access to necessary services.

Demonstrated integrity and adherence to the BACB Ethical Code.

Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA practices and adherence to policies.

Coaching and Developing Others

Supervise, train, and mentor Program Supervisors and Registered Behavior Technicians in ABA concepts, fostering their professional growth and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Conduct fidelity checks and performance reviews, providing constructive coaching and feedback to maximize team effectiveness.

Building Trusting Relationships

Collaborate and communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and other service providers, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to implement ABA techniques in the home, extending the impact of our services.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing

Medical, dental, and vision coverage — choose from Blue Shield or Kaiser Permanente medical plans, plus Delta Dental PPO and VSP Vision. Coverage begins the 1st of the month after 30 days.

Free, confidential mental health support through Lyra — coaching, therapy, and self-guided care, available 24/7, plus legal, financial, and child/elder/pet care resources.

Fertility and family-planning support through Maven, up to $10,000 lifetime.

Paid Time Off

Sick/Wellness Leave — up to 12 days a year, plus a Sick/Wellness Leave Donation Program so colleagues can support each other through emergencies.

Vacation that grows with your tenure — up to 15 days a year in your first two years, 20 days by year three, and 25 days by year six and beyond.

10 paid holidays a year, plus up to 2 Personal Days depending on when you're hired.

Financial Wellbeing

  • 403(b) retirement plan through Principal, with automatic enrollment and yearly increases up to 10% of pay.
  • Limited-Purpose (Dental & Vision) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.

Health Savings Account (HSA) — save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare expenses when enrolled in a qualifying medical plan (Blue Shield or Kaiser HDHP). Our Family of Companies contributes $60/month for individual coverage or $120/month for family coverage.

Employer-paid Long-Term Disability and Life/AD&D insurance, with optional supplemental coverage available for purchase.

Variable Compensation — Eligible practitioners can earn incentive pay by exceeding their monthly minimum billed-hours target. myFlexPay — access money you've already earned, any time you need it, with no loan and no interest.

Perks & Extras

  • Up to $2,000 a year in Learning Reimbursement for courses, training, and professional development.
  • A laptop or tablet and iPhone based on your role's job requirements, plus a one-time $200 home-office stipend and a $10 twice-monthly WiFi stipend (~$20/month).
  • Career coaching, Employee Resource Groups, and paid training.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits and payroll direct deposit.

Employee Referral Bonus Program — earn a bonus (up to $1,000) based on the position your referral is hired into.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, lift up to 40 lbs, and be comfortable spending time on your feet.
  • Must be able to manage the physical and emotional demands of the role, including frequent exposure to individuals with disabilities, occasional emergency situations and trauma, and constant client contact requiring concentration and sound decision-making.
  • Occasional driving (to and from office and client homes) is required.
  • Must be able to travel to multiple work sites and client homes; reliable transportation is needed.

Conditions of Employment

  • Must have a valid California Driver's License with insurance and maintain a clean driving record.
  • Must pass health screenings, obtain required vaccinations, and clear TB testing based on company policies.

Must obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The People & Performance Department will analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.

  • Must obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
  • Must obtain and maintain CPR, Safety Care, and National Provider Identifier (NPI) certifications.

About Us

For more than 90 years, Easterseals Northern California (ESNorCal) is leading the way to ensure that individuals and families affected by disabilities can live, learn, work and play to their full potential.

As Northern California's premier home and community-based services organization, we're committed to making care delivery easier for those with autism, other developmental disabilities and their families.

Our experienced clinical team performs comprehensive assessments and services that are tailored to meet clients' and their families' needs.

We are a member of a family of companies that include Catalight, Easterseals Hawaii, Easterseals Northern California and Xolv Technology Solutions — a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization with more than 800 employees working together to break down barriers and biases to create a more equitable world, so people with developmental disabilities and special needs can choose their own paths.

EOE Statement: The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization. Easterseals Northern California is an equal opportunity employer.

Time Type

Full time

Compensation

$93,000 - $98,000

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.

Easterseals Northern California is an equal opportunity employer.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Manager will develop personalized treatment plans and supervise care teams to ensure high-quality ABA service delivery. They are responsible for conducting assessments, managing client documentation, and collaborating with families to implement effective behavioral interventions.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree and a current BCBA or BCBA-D certification. The role requires at least three years of experience working with individuals with autism and two years of supervisory experience in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Treatment planningStaff mentorshipHIPAA complianceCrisis management

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In California, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (249 salary observations; 729 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,701 salary observations; 5,551 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% are remote, 36% have no call, 66% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score4.2 / 10 · above average in applied behavior analysisranked against 2,395 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$93k–$98kApplied Behavior Analysis median $92k (middle half $87k–$94k)31 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$93k median in California$92k nationally (+1%)249 state / 1,701 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$86k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in California321 active2,444 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingremotepeers: 68% remote · 36% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 5% offer loan repayment348 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,181 in the last 30 days587 the 30 days before (+101%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+2.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,395 Applied Behavior Analysis listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Catalight

Individual and Family Services
Walnut Creek, California
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
Up to $2,000/year learning reimbursement
Paid time off (up to 15 days vacation, 12 sick days, 10 holidays)
Fertility and family-planning support up to $10,000
Home-office stipend and WiFi stipend
Employee referral bonus up to $1,000
Commuter benefits