Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Butterfly Effects•Springfield, MA

4d•$85,000 - $107,000•Onsite

About The Position

Butterfly Effects is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for in-home opportunities in Springfield, Massachusetts. The role is part of an interdisciplinary team providing individualized, evidence-based ABA services to children with autism spectrum disorder and their families. BCBAs receive clinical autonomy, local or regional clinical support, access to tools and resources, and opportunities to collaborate with other professionals. The organization describes itself as BCBA-led, accredited by BHCOE, and committed to BACB guidelines, meaningful supervision, family involvement, and ethical clinical practice without rigid quotas. The position includes supervising behavior technicians, conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, training caregivers, and coordinating care. Butterfly Effects offers mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs, peer case reviews, internal CEU presentations, conference funding, and opportunities to collaborate on research and publications. The posting lists a base salary of $85,000–$95,000 and potential quarterly performance incentives of up to $12,000 annually, for total potential compensation of up to $107,000. It also describes advancement opportunities as the organization expands.

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

No additional preferred qualifications are specified; the posting welcomes all experience levels and says opportunities are tailored to career stage.

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

Base salary of $85,000–$95,000.
Quarterly performance incentives of up to $12,000 annually; total potential compensation up to $107,000.
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).
Personalized mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs.
In-house CEUs and funding for external conferences, live events, and the annual Clinical Conference.
Monthly clinical case reviews and internal professional development presentations.
No non-compete clauses.
Career advancement opportunities to Assistant Regional Director, Center Director, and Regional Director.