BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Gaithersburg, MD

Verbal Beginnings•Gaithersburg, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Verbal Beginnings is hiring a field-based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide individualized, evidence-based ABA services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in their homes, schools, and community settings. The role focuses on improving outcomes and helping children generalize skills in everyday environments. The BCBA collaborates with RBTs, other BCBAs, clinical supervisors, families, and the quality assurance team to develop and refine treatment approaches and maintain high standards of care. The position also includes caregiver education and coaching, as well as mentoring aspiring behavior analysts at a BHCOE-accredited training site. Caseload scheduling is flexible and based on the clinician’s availability, proximity to cases, and personal goals. The role is field-based and requires travel to client locations. Compensation is $90–$95 per hour, with total compensation potential of $116,000 or more annually. Additional earning opportunities include up to $8,000 annually through BACB supervision and referral bonuses.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Maryland licensure, or actively pursuing licensure, at the time of hire.
Experience supervising RBT implementation of ABA-based treatment programs.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation for travel to client locations.
Dedication to high-quality, outcomes-based care for children and their families.
Ability to perform physical activities including reaching, grasping, brisk walking, running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and transitioning quickly between positions.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively using verbal and non-verbal methods appropriate for each child.
Ability to independently operate a vehicle to travel to and from client locations.

Responsibilities

Travel to clients’ homes, schools, and community settings to conduct comprehensive skills and behavior assessments.
Develop and continuously refine individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions tailored to each child and their environments.
Train, supervise, and support RBTs in the field to promote collaboration, clinical consistency, and quality care.
Educate and coach families so caregivers can use treatment strategies in daily routines and support their child’s development.
Collaborate with supervisors and the quality assurance team to review outcomes, share knowledge across cases, and improve the standard of care.
Mentor and support the next generation of behavior analysts.