BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Rockville, MD

Verbal Beginnings • Rockville, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Verbal Beginnings is hiring a center-based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide individualized, evidence-based ABA treatment for children ages 2–18 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The position carries a small caseload of six children, with a maximum of seven for experienced BCBAs. The BCBA works with RBTs, other BCBAs, Speech and Occupational Therapists, clinical supervisors, and families to support children's progress and maintain high standards of clinical care. The role also contributes to training future behavior analysts at a BHCOE-accredited training site.

The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, either 7:30 AM–4:00 PM or 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, with no nights or weekends. The guaranteed base salary is $90,000–$110,000, with quarterly bonuses offering the potential for total annual compensation of up to $130,000–$150,000, depending on billable hours and performance. Administrative and scheduling support is provided.

Verbal Beginnings describes itself as a BCBA-owned and operated ABA provider founded in 2011, with seven centers across Maryland and Virginia, programs in five states, and a network of more than 100 BCBAs. It offers clinical collaboration, mentorship, special interest groups, and a tiered career ladder.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• Licensed or actively pursuing licensure in the state of application.
• Experience supervising RBT implementation of ABA-based treatment programs.
• Dedication to high-quality, outcomes-based care for children and families.
• Ability to respond quickly to situations requiring physical intervention, including aggressive or self-injurious behavior.
• Ability to pursue a child who is bolting, including running and moving quickly in multiple directions.
• Successful completion of Safety Care training and annual recertifications; active participation in Safety Care is a condition of employment.
• Ability to perform Safety Care movements including pivoting, knee squats, shuffling, and carrying children according to protocol.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive skills and behavior assessments to understand each child's needs, strengths, and goals.
• Develop and continuously refine individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions.
• Train, supervise, and support RBTs implementing ABA treatment programs.
• Educate and train families to help caregivers support their child's progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues, clinical supervisors, and the quality assurance team to review outcomes and improve care.
• Help train the next generation of behavior analysts.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance with low out-of-pocket costs.
• 27 paid days off annually.
• Paid parental leave.
• Professional development stipends.
• Supervision incentive of up to $8,000 annually for BACB supervision of BCBA trainees.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k).
• Quarterly bonus program with potential additional annual earnings of up to $40,000.

What This Job Offers

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