Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Hybrid - 10k Sign On Bonus

Butterfly Effects • Chesapeake, VA

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

Butterfly Effects is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for a hybrid, in-home-based role in Chesapeake, Virginia. The BCBA will join an interdisciplinary team providing individualized, evidence-based ABA services to children with autism spectrum disorder and their families. The position offers schedule-setting flexibility, clinical autonomy, support from locally or regionally based clinical leadership, and opportunities for professional growth. The organization describes itself as BCBA-led, fully accredited by BHCOE, and committed to ethical, high-quality care, family involvement, and BACB guidelines.

The BCBA will supervise behavior technicians, assess clients, develop individualized treatment goals and intervention plans, provide caregiver training, and coordinate care with other professionals. Butterfly Effects welcomes candidates at all experience levels and says opportunities are tailored to career stage. Compensation includes a $95,000–$105,000 base salary, quarterly performance incentives of up to $12,000 annually, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The posting also describes professional development, mentorship, research and conference opportunities, and benefits including tuition support, paid time off, health coverage, and a 401(k).

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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee RBTs and BTs to ensure consistent, high-quality ABA service delivery.
• Perform functional behavior assessments, develop individualized treatment goals, and create evidence-based intervention plans.
• Lead monthly caregiver training sessions to build long-term family capacity.
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals to support holistic client outcomes.
• Assist with related special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Quarterly performance incentives up to $12,000 annually.
• $2,000 per year in tuition support toward a doctorate and university partnership discounts.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental coverage, and HSA options.
• 401(k).
• In-house CEUs and funding for external conferences, live events, and the annual Clinical Conference.
• Monthly clinical case reviews with peers and clinical leadership.
• Personalized mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs.

What This Job Offers

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