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Kids Connections Developmental Therapy Center
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
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A Behavior Analyst is a mental health professional focusing on applied behavior analysis. Usually requires a certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
$43,225 / year median in California
+32% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
San Luis Obispo, CA /Santa Maria, CA Schedule:
Full-Time |Monday-Friday Travel:
This position supports both our Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo clinics and requires regular travel between locations. Join Our Growing Team at Kids Connections! Kids Connections Developmental Therapy Center is a clinician-owned pediatric therapy practice providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy services across four California clinic locations: Simi Valley, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Rancho Cucamonga. Founded by Dr. Cynthia Conway, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of pediatric experience, our mission is simple: Learning to play. Playing to learn. We are looking for compassionate, collaborative, and clinically strong BCBAs to join our growing team at our San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria clinics . Our approach is individualized, play-based, and focused on meaningful outcomes for children and their families. We value collaboration across disciplines and strive to create a supportive environment where clinicians can grow professionally while providing high-quality care.What You'll Do:
Develop, implement, and oversee individualized ABA treatment programs based on each client's needs and goals Conduct assessments and use clinical data to guide treatment decisions and measure progress Provide ongoing clinical supervision, mentorship, and support to ABA Supervisors and Direct Staff Review client data and modify programs as clinically appropriate Conduct caregiver training and collaborate with families to support skill development across settings Communicate regularly with families and multidisciplinary team members regarding client progress and treatment recommendations Participate in team meetings, IEPs, and other collaborative meetings as appropriate Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation, reports, and records Monitor treatment progress, utilization, and service delivery to support continuity and quality of care Provide direct clinical services as needed based on client and program needs Support the development of social, communication, adaptive, and behavioral skills through evidence-based ABA practices Maintain compliance with BACB standards, professional requirements, and company policies Stay current with evidence-based practices and continuing education Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team of ABA, OT, and Speech professionals Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for clients, families, and staffWhat We're Looking For:
Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field Current BCBA certification through the BACB Ability to maintain all required professional credentials and certifications Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience working with children with autism and related developmental disabilities Ability to work collaboratively with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary professionals Organized, dependable, and able to manage a clinical caseload effectively Commitment to individualized, compassionate, and evidence-based care Ability to pass a background checkPreferred Qualifications:
1+ year of BCBA experience Experience supervising and mentoring ABA staff Experience working in a pediatric or multidisciplinary therapy setting Experience with social skills programming and caregiver training Bilingual English/Spanish Perks +Benefits:
Multidisciplinary team collaboration with ABA, OT, and Speech clinicians Supportive clinical leadership and mentorship Flexible scheduling Career advancement opportunities Professional development assistance Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Paid sick leave 401k retirement plan Referral bonus programTypical Schedule:
Monday-Friday in-clinic, weekends as neededFull-Time Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$81,120.00 - $104,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Application Question(s): Please tell us the days and times you're available to work.Education:
Master's (Required)Experience:
BCBA:
1 year (Required)License/Certification:
Board Certified Behavior Analyst Certification (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development