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HR Manager

Fresno, CA

About California Autism Center

At California Autism Center (CAC), we help our clients get school-ready through in-clinic behavioral services that prioritize each child’s safety and dignity. Through one-on-one, hands-on learning, our clinicians build trust with each child by providing personalized support and acceptance.

Our naturalistic teaching strategies emphasize learning through play, fostering joy and meaningful growth. We’re here to cheer kids on, lift them up, and empower them to learn new things in the way that helps them thrive. CAC is a locally owned and operated ABA service provider in the heart of the Central Valley. We currently have 6 Treatment Centers in Fresno, Merced, and Visalia. We lead with positivity, perseverance, and teamwork.

What makes CAC great?

· Joyful & Playful Therapy – Natural, child-centered environments focused on early intervention for children aged 2–6.

· Strong Support System – Safety, crisis management, and a culture of mentorship to prevent burnout. We care about your well-being!

· Collaboration – Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, receive hands-on support, and grow together in a shared mission.

 

The Role

California Autism Center is seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to support and scale our growing team across multiple centers. This role will oversee core HR functions including employee relations, compliance, and performance management, with a strong focus on supporting clinical and administrative staff in an ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) setting.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with California labor laws while fostering a positive, structured, and growth-oriented work environment.

Requirements

  • Lead day-to-day HR operations across multiple locations, ensuring consistency in policies and practices
  • Partner with leadership to support workforce planning, staffing strategies, and organizational growth
  • Oversee employee relations, including conflict resolution, investigations, and performance management
  • Ensure compliance with all California labor laws, including wage/hour, leave of absence (LOA), and employee classifications
  • Manage and improve onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
  • Develop and maintain HR policies, SOPs, and internal documentation
  • Support and guide managers on HR best practices and employee development
  • Monitor and report on HR metrics such as turnover, retention, and hiring timelines

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in healthcare, behavioral health, or ABA services
  • Strong knowledge of California employment law and HR compliance requirements
  • Experience supporting multi-site or high-growth organizations
  • Proven ability to manage employee relations and sensitive situations professionally
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Experience working closely with recruiting teams and hiring managers
  • HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred

This is a full-time salaried, non-exempt position with medical, dental, vision, vacation, and other full-time benefits

We value Positivity, Perseverance, and Teamwork.

The ideal candidate also has:

  • Experience in ABA, autism services, or healthcare environments
  • Familiarity with roles such as RBTs, BCBAs, and clinical staff structures
  • Experience building or improving HR processes in a growing organization

 

Full compensation package are based on candidate experience and certifications.

California pay range

$75,000 - $85,000 USD

The perks and benefits of working with us: 

Full-Time:

  • Health Insurance (60% contribution for full-time employees and their dependent on the base plan)
  • Dental and Vision Insurance (60% contribution to the base plan)
  • ASPCA Pet Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance 
  • Access to supplemental insurance benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (Available for Full-Time and Part-Time)
  • Discounted Gym Membership for Employees and Friends & Family (Planet Fitness) (Available for Full-Time and Part-Time)
  • 401(k) retirement plan (Available for Full-Time and Part-Time)
  • Quarterly staff appreciation events (free lunch; staff celebrations and recognition) (Available for Full-Time and Part-Time)
  • Employee Recognition Platform w/ rewards (Available for Full-Time and Part-Time)

 

 

We Value POSITIVITY. PERSEVERANCE. TEAMWORK.

 

We are committed to providing a positive and diverse workplace for all team members. California Autism Center and Learning Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

 

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Disclosure

California Autism Center and Learning Group is committed to upholding the privacy rights of California residents as stipulated by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). This disclosure provides detailed information about how we handle personal information in accordance with the CCPA.

  1. Collection of Personal Information:
    We collect the following categories of personal information: Email Address, First name and last name, phone number, address, state, ZIP/Postal Code, City.  This information is sourced from your application.
  2. Purpose of Collecting Personal Information:
    The personal information we collect serves the following purposes: to contact you.
  3. Sharing of Personal Information:
    We may share your personal information with third parties for business purposes. The categories of third parties with whom we share personal information include with screening companies with your consent.
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    We do not sell your personal information.
  5. Your Rights Under the CCPA:
    As a California resident, you have the right to request that we disclose what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell. You also have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, to opt-out of the sale of your personal information, and not to be discriminated against for exercising any of your CCPA rights.
  6. How to Exercise Your Rights:
    To exercise any of these rights, please call the human resources department. 
  7. Contact Information:
    For questions or concerns regarding our privacy policies and practices, please contact us at (559)492-7900
  8. Updates to Our CCPA Disclosure:
    We may update this CCPA disclosure from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated revision date.

 

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