Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Action Behavior Centers•Houston, TX

4d•$84,500 - $119,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers (ABC) provides evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to autistic children, helping them build communication, social, and independence skills. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) works in a center-based setting with an average caseload of five to six children and a maximum of eight. The role is full-time and permanent, with Monday–Friday daytime hours. Total compensation is listed as $84,500 to $119,000 per year, with additional earning potential tied to center size, mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and supervising assigned trainees. The BCBA assesses children and develops individualized, evidence-based goals with families, delivers high-quality ABA treatment in a positive, child-centered environment, and uses play-based strategies where appropriate. The role includes supervising and mentoring RBTs, collaborating with families to monitor progress, and participating in peer collaboration and professional development. ABC describes its culture as guided by Caring, Excellence, Team, Learning, and Fun, and offers clinical guidance and training from its clinical leaders. The position is primarily in-center, with work from home available up to three days per month based on performance and center needs, plus up to 16 additional assessment-related days per year. ABC describes career progression from BCBA through multiple senior clinical and regional leadership roles.

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.
Commitment to teamwork and supporting others across the center or region.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CentralReach.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments and set individualized, evidence-based goals in collaboration with families.
Deliver high-quality ABA treatment in a positive, child-centered environment, using play-based strategies where appropriate.
Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians (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 monthly performance bonuses, mentorship 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.
Mentorship bonuses for providing supervision hours to RBTs pursuing a master's degree in behavior analysis.
Certification bonuses for teammates who earn certification under the employee's supervision.
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, PTO, CEU days, and flex days.
No non-compete agreements.
Career growth and clinical leadership opportunities.
Training and development 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, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), and health savings account (HSA) 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.