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

Butterfly Effects•Portsmouth, VA

9d•$95,000 - $117,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Butterfly Effects is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide individualized ABA therapy to children with autism spectrum disorder and support their families. The role is hybrid and in-home based in Portsmouth, Virginia, with the flexibility to set your own schedule. The BCBA works on an interdisciplinary team and has clinical autonomy, access to tools and resources, and support from a locally or regionally based clinical director. The organization emphasizes evidence-based practice, family involvement, ethical standards, and clinical quality without rigid quotas. The position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus, a base salary of $95,000–$105,000, and quarterly performance incentives of up to $12,000 annually, for total potential compensation of up to $117,000. Butterfly Effects offers professional-development opportunities, mentorship, peer case reviews, CEU programming, conference funding, and potential advancement into leadership roles. All experience levels are welcome, with opportunities tailored to career stage.

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 specific preferred qualifications are listed; all experience levels are welcome.

Responsibilities

Oversee RBTs and BTs to ensure 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 family capacity.
Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals to support holistic client outcomes.
Perform related special projects and other duties assigned by management.

Benefits

$10,000 sign-on bonus.
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, and supplemental insurance coverage.
Health Savings Account options.
401(k).
Personalized mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs.
Monthly clinical case reviews with peers and clinical leadership.
Internal CEU presentations and in-house CEUs.
Funding for external conferences, live events, and the annual Clinical Conference.
Opportunities to collaborate on research and publications and present at national conferences.
Clear advancement paths to Assistant Regional Director, Center Director, and Regional Director.