Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field
LBA certification (if applicable)
3+ years as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Experience in ABA early intervention
Background in child development or early childhood education preferred
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Proficient with technology, including computers and tablets
Responsibilities
Facilitate growth and development of new trainees (BT/RBT) at local centers
Conduct initial and ongoing competency evaluations for RBTs
Support case supervisors in enhancing clinical decision-making skills
Provide billable supervision to trainees and case supervisors preparing for BCBA exam
Lead weekly training sessions for new trainees
Develop trainees' skills in ESDM practices and ABA strategies
Perform monthly ESDM Fidelity Checks for RBTs
Benefits
Training in the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Career advancement opportunities in a growing company
Commitment to high-quality, ethical autism therapy
Supportive work culture with staff recognition
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401K with company contributions
10 company holidays plus 15 additional days off
Short-term disability coverage for all staff
Full Job Description
How the role is designed:
Soar's Clinical Trainer (BCBA) role is built for experienced BCBAs who want to expand their impact beyond their own caseload by developing other clinicians and strengthening clinical quality across a center. You'll remain close to clinical care while spending meaningful time coaching new RBTs, developing Case Supervisors, leading training, and helping teams build fluency in Soar's ESDM-based care model. Prior ESDM experience is not required - you'll receive structured training and support as you work toward ESDM certification.
For clinicians who love teaching, mentorship, and raising the bar for others, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape how care is delivered across an entire team. You'll serve as a clinical leader within the center, partner closely with BCBAs and operations leaders, and build experience that can lead to broader center or regional leadership, specialized clinical roles, and other opportunities as Soar continues to grow.
Compensation and role design:
Base pay: $105,500.00 - $115,500.00/year. Annual performance bonus potential up to $5,000. Additional compensation beyond the range for achieving clinical certifications. Additional compensation beyond the range, up to $20,000 per year for achieving ESDM certification.
Bonus: Up to an $20,000 sign-on bonus for candidates willing to work at a West Valley location. For this role, West Valley locations would include centers in Glendale, Peoria, Goodyear, Surprise, or nearby locations.
Support and training: Deep onboarding and ongoing training in our ESDM-based care model, with close clinical leadership support.
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 Clinical Trainer is responsible for new trainee (BT/RBT) growth and development at one to two local centers after trainees complete one week of centralized training
Support initial and ongoing RBT competency evaluations for new and existing RBTs
Support 3-4 case supervisors as they grow their clinical and decision making skills
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
Build trainees skill sets in ESDM practices and ABA strategies, including joint activity routines, responding to challenging behavior, data collection/documentation, and evidence based teaching strategies
Completes monthly STNH ESDM Fidelity Checks for RBTs
Hosts a section of the MDC bi-weekly to monthly that communicates with BCBAs what is needed from them to ensure adherence to supervision requirements
Organize and host quarterly, center-level continuing education events for BCBAs and RBTs
Collaborate with the Partner Clinician and Center Operations Director regarding RBT performance and needed performance improvement initiatives
Act as a clinical leader in the center on days when the Partner Clinician is not present
Achieve ESDM certification within 2 years of starting your role as a 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
LBA (if applicable)
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
