Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

ABC•University City, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers (ABC) provides evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to autistic children, supporting the development of communication, social, and independence skills. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) works in-center in a full-time, permanent role, with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule. The average caseload is five to six children, with a maximum of eight. Remote work may be available up to three days per month based on performance and center needs, plus up to 16 additional assessment-related days per year. The BCBA assesses children and collaborates with families to set individualized, evidence-based goals, then delivers high-quality ABA treatment in a positive, child-centered environment, using play-based strategies where appropriate. The role includes supervising and mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), partnering with families to track progress and celebrate growth, and participating in peer collaboration and professional development guided by ABC’s clinical leaders. Total compensation is listed as $84,500 to $119,000 per year, with additional earning potential based on center size, mentoring RBTs, and supervising assigned trainees. ABC describes a compensation package that can include a base salary, performance and mentorship bonuses, long-term ownership eligibility upon promotion to Senior BCBA, a location- and start-date-dependent sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance. Benefits and support include a 401(k) with company match, time off, continuing education, student loan repayment assistance, health plan options, family support, and wellness perks. The role offers a stated career progression from BCBA through senior clinical and regional leadership positions.

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.
Value teamwork and supporting others across the center or region.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CentralReach.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments and collaborate with families to set individualized, evidence-based goals.
Deliver high-quality ABA treatment in a positive, child-centered environment, using play-based strategies where appropriate.
Supervise and mentor 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.
Provide supervision hours to RBTs pursuing a master’s degree in behavior analysis, as applicable to mentorship bonus opportunities.
Maintain an average caseload of five to six children, with a maximum of eight.

Benefits

Total compensation of $84,500 to $119,000 per year, with additional earning potential based on center size, mentoring RBTs, and supervising assigned trainees.
Uncapped monthly performance bonuses, starting at 26 hours of treatment delivery per week.
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.
Long-term ownership eligibility upon promotion to Senior BCBA.
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, paid time off, CEU days, and flex days.
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.
Career growth opportunities from BCBA to Senior BCBA, Assistant Clinical Director, Clinical Director, Senior Clinical Director, Group Clinical Director, and Regional Clinical Director.
No non-compete agreements.