Assistant Center Director (BCBA) - 15K Sign On Bonus

Butterfly Effects • Swansea, MA

6d • $90,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Butterfly Effects is hiring an Assistant Center Director (BCBA) for its new center in Swansea. In this BCBA-led organization, the role supports high-quality, evidence-based ABA services for children and families, with clinical autonomy, local or regional clinical guidance, and opportunities for professional growth. The position includes a $15,000 sign-on bonus.

The Assistant Center Director will lead and supervise RBTs and BTs, conduct functional behavior assessments, develop individualized treatment goals and evidence-based intervention plans, and lead monthly caregiver training sessions. The role also involves coordinating with therapists, educators, and other professionals to support holistic client outcomes. The position may assist with related special projects and perform other related duties assigned by management.

Butterfly Effects describes its culture as ethical, family-centric, and supportive of clinical collaboration. Professional development offerings include monthly case reviews, internal CEU presentations, mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs, research and publication opportunities, and funding for external conferences and clinical events.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active BCBA certification from the BACB.
• Passion for working with children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee RBTs and BTs to ensure consistent, high-quality ABA service delivery.
• Perform functional behavior assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment goals and evidence-based intervention plans.
• Lead monthly caregiver training sessions to build long-term family capacity.
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals to support holistic client outcomes.
• Assist with related special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• $15,000 sign-on bonus.
• Quarterly performance incentives up to $12,000 annually.
• University partnership discounts and $2,000 per year in tuition support toward a doctorate.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental coverage, and HSA options.
• 401(k).
• In-house CEUs and funding for external conferences, live events, and the annual Clinical Conference.
• Personalized mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager