Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Action Behavior Centers•McAllen, TX

3d•$84,000 - $119,000•Onsite

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers (ABC) is hiring a full-time, permanent, in-center Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to autistic children. BCBAs set individualized goals with families after thorough assessments, deliver high-quality treatment in a positive, child-centered environment, and use play-based strategies where appropriate. The average caseload is five to six children, with a maximum of eight. The role includes supervising and mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), collaborating with families to track progress and celebrate growth, and participating in peer collaboration and professional development guided by clinical leaders. The schedule is Monday through Friday during daytime hours. Total compensation is $84,000 to $119,000 per year, with additional earning potential related to center size, mentoring RBTs, and supervising assigned trainees.

Requirements

Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, or education.
Active BCBA certification with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), plus licensure in applicable states.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, squat, kneel, and stay active during sessions.
Patience and empathy when working with young children.
Ability to lead and multitask to keep children safe and engaged.
Value teamwork and supporting others across the center or region.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CentralReach.

Responsibilities

Set individualized, evidence-based goals in collaboration with families after conducting a thorough assessment.
Deliver high-quality ABA treatment in a positive, child-centered environment, using play-based strategies where appropriate.
Supervise and mentor RBTs to support consistent, compassionate care.
Collaborate with families to track progress and celebrate growth.
Participate in peer collaboration and professional development guided by ABC's clinical leaders.

Benefits

Competitive base salary, uncapped performance bonuses, mentorship bonuses, certification bonuses, and long-term ownership eligibility upon promotion to Senior BCBA.
Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, depending on location and start date.
Relocation packages.
401(k) with company match.
Remote work from home up to three days per month based on performance and center needs, plus up to 16 additional assessment-related days per year.
29 days off in the first year, including holidays, paid time off, CEU days, and flex days.
No non-compete agreements.
Career growth opportunities from BCBA through Regional Clinical Director.
Training and development, including compassionate care training in evidence-based ABA.
At least 10 no-cost, in-house CEUs each year, funds for outside training courses, and two paid CEU days.
Annual student loan repayment assistance.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending account and health savings account options.
Up to $3,000 in maternity and paternity financial assistance, plus short-term disability options that can equal eight weeks of paid leave.
First Stop Health virtual care for the employee and up to seven household members.
Calm membership for the employee and family.
DoorDash DashPass.
Milk Stork breast milk shipping while traveling.
SNOO smart sleeper for new parents.