Minimum master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field.
3+ years of experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Background in child development or early childhood education is preferred.
Experience in ABA early intervention is beneficial.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to navigate technology like computers and tablets.
Responsibilities
Support 3-4 case supervisors in developing clinical and decision-making skills.
Design and implement ABA strategies for children ages 2-6 in a center-based setting.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team on assessments and treatment plans.
Provide supervision and training for new trainees in their initial weeks at Soar.
Host weekly group training sessions for new staff at the home center.
Assist in organizing and leading quarterly continuing education events for staff.
Achieve ESDM certification within two years of starting the role.
Benefits
Unique training in the play-based Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) for ABA therapy.
Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration with various therapy professionals.
Clear career advancement paths in a rapidly growing company.
Engage in a mission-driven organization focused on high-quality autism therapy.
Values-driven culture that recognizes and appreciates staff contributions.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
401K retirement plan with company contributions.
Generous paid time off, including 10 holidays and 15 additional days off.
Short-term disability coverage for all staff.
Full Job Description
Compensation and role design:
Base pay: $100,500.00 - $105,000.00/year. Annual performance bonus potential up to $5,000. Additional compensation beyond the range for achieving clinical certifications.
Bonus: Up to $10,000 sign on bonus, based on start date and location.
Support and training: The Associate Clinical Trainer role is designed as a developmental pathway to the Clinical Trainer position. In this role, individuals will build proficiency in Soar's care model while managing a small caseload and supervising practicum students, before progressing into the Clinical Trainer role.
Clinical growth: Multiple paths to grow as a clinician including center/regional leadership and specialized roles
Culture that lives out our Values: High Expectations that raise the bar, Collaboration that brings us together as one team, and Fun you can feel the moment you walk into our centers
What you will be doing:
The Associate Clinical Trainer is responsible supporting 3-4 case supervisors as they grow their clinical and decision making skills
Design and implement individualized, naturalistic ABA for children ages 2-6 in a center-based setting
Collaborate with a dynamic interdisciplinary clinical team (SLP, OT, psychology, developmental pediatrics) on assessments and integrated treatment plans
Use ESDM-informed strategies (we provide training, ESDM experience not required)
Provide weekly hours of billable supervision, focused on providing supervision to trainees during their first 6 weeks at Soar, and case supervisors preparing for the BCBA exam
Host weekly group training and discussion sessions for new trainees at their home center
Assist the Clinical Trainer in organizing and hosting quarterly, center-level continuing education events for BCBAs and RBTs
Achieve ESDM certification within 2 years of starting your role as a Associate Clinical Trainer
What we offer:
Implement a unique model of ABA therapy! Learn a play-based form of ABA therapy for young kids, the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM). You'll receive training, continuing education, and work with national experts on ESDM implementation. Soar also covers the cost of ESDM certification for interested clinicians
Real multidisciplinary collaboration! Work closely with speech, occupational therapy, psychology, and/or LPCs in our center via client overlaps and weekly interdisciplinary care meetings.
Opportunities for career advancement as a clinician in a rapidly growing company
Be a part of an organization working to advance the standard of autism therapy
Work in a values-driven environment that deeply cares both about doing high-quality, ethical work
A culture that cares about you! Shout outs, boo yahs, and staff appreciations for your hard work
Great company benefits!
Quality medical, dental, and vision plans
A company 401K with company contribution
10 company holidays plus 15 additional days off
Short term disability for all staff covered by Soar
What You Have
Minimum of a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or a related field
Preferred candidates have a background in child development, early childhood education, or a related field
3 or more years of experience as Board Certified Behavior Analyst
ABA early intervention experience
A mission driven nature that is deeply focused on care quality for kids
Strong desire to work with clients ages 2- 6
Clear professional communication, both verbally and in writing
Fluency in navigating devices such as computers and tablets
Embodiment of Soar's Core Values: High expectations, Belonging, Trust, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, and Fun
