Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Thrive Therapies Group•Nashville, TN

2d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

BCBAs are rare, in-demand, and often burnt out — managing overwhelming caseloads, clinic schedules that don't fit school calendars, or isolated in districts where your clinical expertise is undervalued. Thrive recognizes that exceptional behavior analysis in schools is transformational. We partner with forward-thinking districts that prioritize behavior-change outcomes, invest in RBT teams, and give BCBAs clinical autonomy and reasonable supervision ratios. You won't manage 100 students; you'll work with curated caseloads where your functional behavior assessments and behavior plans actually drive change. You'll supervise well-trained RBTs who collect reliable data — and have time for classroom consultation, staff training, and behavior systems development. As a School-Based BCBA, you lead behavior-change initiatives for students with autism spectrum disorder, emotional disturbance, and complex behavioral challenges. You conduct functional behavior assessments, design behavior intervention plans, supervise RBTs, manage clinical data systems, and collaborate with special education leadership to embed evidence-based behavior support across the school.

Requirements

Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
State licensure or registration as a behavior analyst where required
Minimum 2 years of direct experience implementing and supervising ABA-based interventions
Proof of immunization status and background check clearance per school district requirements

Nice To Haves

3+ years of school-based behavior analysis or RBT-supervision experience
Experience with FBA and BIP development in school contexts
Experience with school-wide positive behavior support (PBS) and MTSS
Training in autism spectrum disorder and complex behavioral presentations

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive functional behavior assessments (FBAs) including indirect assessment, direct observation, hypothesis development, and behavior function analysis
Develop individualized, data-driven behavior intervention plans (BIPs) with measurable goals, evidence-based procedures, and ongoing progress monitoring protocols
Supervise, train, and mentor RBTs: provide regular supervision meetings, review session data, ensure treatment fidelity, and support professional development
Manage RBT-to-BCBA caseload ratios with clearly documented supervision protocols and data accountability
Conduct staff training on ABA, behavior intervention implementation, crisis de-escalation, and positive classroom management
Participate in IEP meetings: provide behavior assessment findings, present BIP recommendations, and monitor progress
Contribute to school-wide positive behavior support (PBS) and MTSS framework development

Benefits

Competitive W-2 salary: $75,000–$100,000 based on credentials, experience, and location
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) effective your first day
401(k) with company match
10 days PTO + paid sick leave
Professional development stipend ($2,000+ annually) for CEUs, conferences, and certifications
$2,000 sign-on bonus (paid at 90 days)
$1,000 semester retention bonus per semester completed
BCBA certification (BACB) dues and state licensure fees fully reimbursed
Malpractice and professional liability coverage provided by Thrive
No non-compete clause