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BuildAbility

Provides person-driven I/DD services and supports

BCBA - Behavior Day Services

Full-Time
$75k - $85k/yr
Mid
San Fernando, CA, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryMental & Behavioral Health
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good, active standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), including the 8-hour supervision training certification.
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
  • CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
  • Proof of criminal background clearance.
  • Proof of a passing physical exam and tuberculosis clearance.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
  • Strong clinical behavior analytic skills, including supervision and training of direct support staff.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and electronic verification systems.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow ethical, person-centered practices.
  • Ability to remain calm and solution-focused in high-pressure situations.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct functional behavior assessments for assigned participants.
  • Design and implement behavior intervention plans, reviewing and updating them annually or as needed through a person-driven planning process.
  • Provide and document service hours sufficient to satisfy individualized service authorizations and other regulatory requirements.
  • Provide direct support as needed to maintain adequate supervision and quality of services.
  • Supervise and train direct support staff on behavior intervention plan implementation, data collection, and other behavior analytic responsibilities.
  • Supervise staff accruing supervised field experience toward BCBA certification, when eligible and in compliance with BACB requirements.
  • Contribute to the content and delivery of required 40-hour behavior-focused staff training, as assigned by the Director of Day Programs.
  • Conduct regular quality-check observations and assessments to ensure procedural fidelity of behavior service delivery, and address performance issues through remediation plans and retraining.
  • Create, update, and maintain service-delivery materials, including data collection tools, communication tools, and visual schedules.
  • Maintain the data collection system and conduct weekly data collection audits to ensure accuracy.
  • Prepare semi-annual or as-needed progress reports, including graphing, analyzing data, and making data-driven clinical recommendations.
  • Maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date records of behavior plans and services.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least one year of experience providing BCBA services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • At least one year of experience working in an adult day program.
  • Bilingual Spanish.

About the company

BuildAbility supports adults with disabilities by offering programs such as supported employment, independent living skills, and community- or site-based day services. Its offerings are tailored to each participant through person-driven planning, combining employment support, daily living training, and structured activities to help people thrive. The organization stands out through its 50+ year nonprofit history, integrated service model, emphasis on neurodiversity, and strong community partnerships that coordinate multiple supports in one framework. Its goal is to expand opportunities, promote independence and dignity, and help people live without limits.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

1967

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What believers are saying

  • The 2026 website update signals active service delivery and outreach.
  • BuildAbility says it has supported over 9,000 adults, proving durable demand.
  • Employer partnerships and paid internships create low-friction placements for local businesses.

What critics are saying

  • California Regional Center and Department of Rehabilitation funding dominates revenue; 2027 cuts crush operations.
  • A reimbursement delay or lost state contract threatens payroll, program continuity, and participant services.
  • Limited geography and eligibility narrow growth; Antelope Valley expansion carries execution risk.

What makes BuildAbility unique

  • Founded in 1967, BuildAbility serves adults with disabilities across Southern California.
  • Its employer matching is no-cost, combining job coaching, training, and ongoing support.
  • The 2026 Coordinated Career Pathways pipeline targets transition-age participants after high school.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program