Full-Time

Center Services Manager

ABA

Posted on 9/5/2026

FirstSteps for Kids

FirstSteps for Kids

51-200 employees

Delivers family-centered ABA therapy for children

Compensation Overview

$27 - $31/hr

Los Alamitos, CA, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)

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Requirements
  • Strong performance in a Behavior Technician or similar role.
  • A Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in applied behavior analysis, or BCaBA certification.
  • Experience working with children and supporting a team.
  • Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to take initiative and solve problems in a busy environment.
  • Flexibility to support occasional evening, weekend, summer, or community programs.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and support engaging group activities and center-based programming, including the seasonal summer program.
  • Support Registered Behavior Technicians and Instructors with day-to-day implementation and problem-solving.
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and mentorship to Instructors and Lead Instructors.
  • Help coordinate the daily center schedule and keep programming running smoothly.
  • Support breaks, transitions, room assignments, and center flow.
  • Collaborate with Program Directors and center leadership to support high-quality services.

FirstSteps for Kids provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention programs for children with Autism, PDD, Asperger’s syndrome, and related disorders. They design individualized, family-centered treatment plans after an initial assessment and deliver services in Learning Villages (their centers), at the child’s home, and at school with instructors who support learning and behavior change. The program works by using ABA techniques to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors through personalized plans and close collaboration with families. The company differentiates itself by offering customized plans across multiple settings (center-based, home, and school) and by working with many insurance providers, making services accessible through private pay and insurance claims. Its goal is to help children develop essential skills, improve behavior, and support families in everyday life and school environments.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hermosa Beach, California

Founded

2005

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Revelio Labs said March 2026 headcount reached 346, up 18.8% since 2023.
  • FirstSteps posted 51 jobs in 2026, up 55%, showing active expansion.
  • September 2026 vacancies across Redondo Beach, Walnut Creek, and Calabasas support near-term growth.

What critics are saying

  • NLRB case 21-RM-373046 opened September 9, 2025, signaling unionization pressure.
  • Indeed reviewers in March 2026 cited communication gaps toward instructors, hinting execution problems.
  • Behavior-tech recruiting remains heavy in 2026, suggesting turnover and margin stress if staffing slips.

What makes FirstSteps for Kids unique

  • Founded 2005, FirstSteps for Kids offers ABA across centers, homes, and schools.
  • Its Learning Villages and family-centered treatment plans deepen parent engagement and continuity.
  • Multi-county presence in Los Angeles, Contra Costa, and Ventura broadens referral reach.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Professional Development Budget

Employee Referral Bonus

Wellness Program

Access to discounted Pet Insurance