Clinical Apprentice, BCBA Fieldwork Program

About the Role

Centria's Elevate Program is a full-time, paid practicum opportunity designed for individuals working toward their BCBA. This program provides supervision hours, mentorship, and support, enabling participants to build real clinical experience with children and families. Participants will work as a Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and progress through a structured, three-stage pathway: Emerge, Empower, Ascend. This pathway includes built-in milestones, wage increases, and personalized support.

Compensation

• $20-$23 base pay
• $2 per hour increases at each stage

What Centria Offers

• Fieldwork That Pays Off: Every hour paid (restricted and unrestricted fieldwork) while working in a growing role.
• Structured Growth, Built In: Follows the Elevate three-stage model with 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: Learn 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: Opportunity to 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 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.