Clinical Leader Intern - Campbell

Your First Step Into Clinical Leadership in ABA This isn’t just an entry-level role — and it’s not quite a full supervisory position either. It’s a hands‑on internship designed for future Clinical Leaders. At CSD, Clinical Leader Intern supports the design and delivery of evidence‑based behavioral health services for children with autism spectrum disorders and/or related developmental disabilities. Working under the supervision of a licensed or credentialed Clinical Leader, this role assists in implementing treatment plans aligned with physician recommendations across home, school, and other natural settings. Starting Pay: $21–$30 per hour, based on experience

What Makes This Role Distinct

Career Compass

A clearly mapped pathway that blends direct care, mentorship, and early leadership exposure — no guessing what comes next.

Dreams Come True

Free college or tuition reimbursement to support your academic and clinical growth.

Career Rewards

Recognition tied to milestones, skill development, and clinical impact.

Supportive Infrastructure

Strong clinical, operational, and training partnerships so you can focus on learning and quality care — never alone.

About Us

At Center for Social Dynamics (CSD), we believe in possibilities. From a child’s first session to every milestone after, we’re building futures filled with play, progress, and joy. We meet kids where they are — at home, in schools, and in the community — using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help them grow through connection, compassion, and consistency. We live our TRUE values: Transparency, Respect, Understanding, and Excellence. It’s not just how we work — it’s who we are. At CSD, we don’t just change lives. We light them up.

About the Opportunity

As an Clinical Leader Intern you will:

• Direct Client Support: Provide 1:1 ABA services using play-based, evidence-based strategies
• Follow individualized treatment plans designed by Clinical Leaders
• Support skill development in communication, socialization, and daily living skills
• Deliver services in homes, schools, centers, and community settings
• Early Clinical Leadership Exposure: Carry a limited caseload with added responsibility, supported by senior clinicians
• Participate in joint sessions, shadowing, and in-field coaching opportunities
• Assist with documentation review, session preparation, and treatment fidelity
• Support parent education conversations alongside Clinical Leaders
• Collaborate with Training and Operations teams as part of your learning experience

What Success Looks Like

Kids reaching meaningful milestones through consistent, compassionate care

Families feeling supported, informed, and hopeful

You building confidence — not just as a Behavior Specialist, but as a future clinical leader

Clear progress toward advanced roles through structured mentorship and feedback

Benefits & Professional Support

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Paid drive time & mileage reimbursement
• Company‑issued cell phone
• Free college or tuition reimbursement (Dreams Come True Program)
• Paid training and hands‑on learning through CSD University
• Structured mentorship from Clinical Leaders and senior clinicians
• Early pathway toward Clinical Leader and BCBA‑track roles

About You

• Love working with kids and want to deepen your clinical impact
• Are curious about leadership, supervision, and clinical decision‑making
• Value structure, feedback, and evidence‑based practice
• Thrive in a learning‑focused, supportive environment
• Are pursuing or planning to pursue a degree or certification in ABA or a related field

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines, or a closely related field: Psychology, Child Development, Childhood Education, Special Education, or Pediatric Therapy (Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy)
• One of the following experience pathways: 2+ years of related professional experience implementing behavior modification intervention services, or 1+ year of related professional experience implementing behavior modification intervention services and 12 semester units in Applied Behavior Analysis, or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to complete training, documentation, and physical requirements of the role
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated)
• Comfort working with diverse populations
• Physical requirements may include but is not limited to: Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing Frequent typing, use of computer Occasional walking around building Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car

Equal Opportunity Statement

CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.