Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - 10K Sign On

Butterfly Effects•San Diego, CA

2d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Butterfly Effects is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join its interdisciplinary team. The organization describes itself as BCBA-led and emphasizes clinical autonomy, ethical and evidence-based ABA, family involvement, local or regional clinical support, and opportunities for career advancement. The BCBA will support children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder and collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals. The role includes supervising Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Behavior Technicians (BTs), conducting functional behavior assessments, developing individualized treatment goals and evidence-based intervention plans, and leading monthly caregiver training sessions. The position offers a base salary of $85,000–$95,000, with quarterly performance incentives of up to $12,000 annually and total potential compensation of up to $107,000. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is advertised. Butterfly Effects has operated since 2005 and reports having served more than 14,000 families. It is a co-founder of the National Coalition for Access to Autism Services and the Louisiana Coalition for Access to Autism Services.

Requirements

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
Active BCBA certification from the BACB.
Passion for working with children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.
Strong communication and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

All experience levels are welcome, with opportunities tailored to career stage.
New or early-career BCBAs can receive personalized guidance from experienced BCBA mentors.
Opportunity to collaborate on research and publications and present at national conferences.

Responsibilities

Oversee RBTs and BTs to support consistent, high-quality ABA service delivery.
Conduct functional behavior assessments.
Develop individualized treatment goals and evidence-based intervention plans.
Lead monthly caregiver training sessions to build families’ long-term capacity.
Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals to support holistic client outcomes.

Benefits

$10,000 sign-on bonus.
Base salary of $85,000–$95,000 and quarterly performance incentives up to $12,000 annually.
University partnership discounts and $2,000 per year in tuition support toward a doctorate.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental coverage, and HSA options.
401(k).
In-house CEUs annually and funding for external conferences, live events, and the annual Clinical Conference.
Monthly clinical case reviews with peers and clinical leadership.
Internal professional development speaker series with CEU presentations.
Mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs.
Locally or regionally based clinical director support.
Clinical autonomy and access to tools, resources, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Career advancement paths to Assistant Regional Director, Center Director, and Regional Director.
No non-compete clauses.