Paid BCBA Intern

Finni Health • Santa Fe, NM

3d • $35 - $45

About The Position

Sun and Sage ABA is hiring a Behavior Analyst (BA) Candidate in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This role is for someone who has completed a master’s degree and ABA coursework and is working toward BCBA certification. The company provides supervision at no cost, paid indirect hours, mentorship, and an opportunity to grow into a full BCBA role after certification. The position is part-time, with the potential to work up to full-time, and offers flexible daytime hours. Expected hours are 10–25 per week, with compensation of $35–$45 per hour.

The candidate will provide Stage 2 (Assessment) and Stage 3 (Intervention) ABA services under supervision. The role includes direct client support and treatment planning, collaboration with families and other professionals, data collection and analysis, team participation, and ethical documentation. A background check is required; a final confirmation to start is contingent on satisfactory screening results.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a BACB-approved field.
• Completion of all required ABA coursework.
• At least 50% of supervised experience hours completed.
• Planning to sit for the BCBA exam within one year of starting.
• Completion of New Mexico’s background check registry.
• Motivation to become a BCBA within the next year.
• Passion for helping individuals with autism and developmental needs.
• Strong understanding of ABA principles and data collection.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
• Commitment to ethical, culturally respectful care.
• Successful completion of the required background screening.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for clients.
• Work directly with clients and model strategies for technicians and caregivers.
• Collect and analyze data to guide client progress.
• Collaborate with families, schools, and other professionals.
• Attend team meetings and receive structured supervision.
• Maintain ethical, accurate, and HIPAA-compliant documentation.
• Provide Stage 2 (Assessment) and Stage 3 (Intervention) ABA services under supervision.

Benefits

• Paid indirect hours, including report writing, planning, and data review.
• Weekly supervision hours toward BCBA certification at no cost.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Opportunity to grow into a full BCBA role after certification.
• Supportive, client-centered team culture and real-time mentorship.
• PTO, sick leave, and holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level