Full-Time

Center Services Manager

FirstSteps for Kids

FirstSteps for Kids

51-200 employees

Delivers family-centered ABA therapy for children

No salary listed

Los Alamitos, CA, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)

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Requirements
  • Outstanding performance in administrative and clinical responsibilities within a Lead Instructor role.
  • BCaBA, or a bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience, or a bachelor's degree, 12 units of Applied Behavior Analysis coursework, and 1 year of experience.
Responsibilities
  • Deliver center- and community-based mid-tier supervision in both 1:1 and group capacities.
  • Deliver caregiver education and generalization instruction to ensure skills generalize and maintain across people and settings.
  • Assist with conducting assessments.
  • Implement 1:1 instructional sessions.
  • Coordinate and oversee effective and engaging 1:1 treatment delivery implemented by Instructors.
  • Implement the center schedule to maximize 1:1 and group instruction.
  • Provide legally required breaks for Instructors and Lead Instructors as needed.
  • Supervise Instructors and Lead Instructors.
  • Assist with oversight and implementation of community-based service delivery through a flexible work week, including weekend programs and evening group sessions.
  • Provide 115 billable hours per month.
  • Schedule non-billable appointments and 40 hours of work per week.
  • Implement meaningful group learning opportunities.
  • Provide direct intervention with two or more clients following protocol modification, including small group instruction while Instructors take breaks.
  • Implement 1:1 sessions as needed.
  • Implement direct treatment to determine protocol modifications.
  • Provide mid-tier supervision of implementation of 1:1 direct services.
  • Collaborate with the Program Director on cases to ensure oversight aligns with best practices.
  • Supervise and mentor Instructors and Lead Instructors.
  • Complete PIIEs and competency checklists for Instructors and Lead Instructors as they relate to implementation of clients' individual programs, at least two per week.
  • Conduct behavior skills training with Instructor Trainees, Instructors, and Lead Instructors implementing treatment protocols.
  • Collect interobserver agreement and treatment integrity data.
  • Organize and oversee the center-based session model.
  • Ensure center and learning materials are regularly cleaned and sanitized.
  • Organize treatment rooms to facilitate learning and maximize center capacity.

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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What believers are saying

  • A 2025 West Orange County Learning Center opening expands center-based capacity.
  • The company posted active vacancies in 2025-2026 across Redondo Beach, Walnut Creek, and Los Alamitos.
  • June 2026 blog posts show continued clinical marketing and family engagement despite industry criticism.

What critics are saying

  • NUHW filed an NLRB election case in August 2025 at Alhambra, signaling labor pressure.
  • ABA billing scrutiny intensified after 2026 Wall Street Journal investigations across the industry.
  • Persistent staffing churn in behavior technicians would break service capacity and referral relationships within months.

What makes FirstSteps for Kids unique

  • Founded 2005, FirstSteps pairs ABA with Learning Villages, home, and school-based support.
  • It serves multiple California counties, giving families local access across Los Angeles, Ventura, and Contra Costa.
  • Its insurance contracting with most providers broadens access beyond self-pay autism clinics.

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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