Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Action Behavior Centers•Wheat Ridge, CO

2d•$80,000 - $117,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers (ABC) provides evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to help autistic children build communication, social, and independence skills. The full-time, permanent BCBA role is performed in-center, with Monday–Friday daytime hours. BCBAs work in a supportive, collaborative clinical environment focused on compassionate care and helping children and families reach meaningful milestones. The position has an average caseload of five to six children, with a maximum of eight. Total compensation is listed as $80,000 to $117,000 per year, with potential to earn more based on center size, mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and supervising assigned trainees. The compensation package may include base salary, performance and mentorship bonuses, and long-term ownership eligibility upon promotion to Senior BCBA. BCBAs assess children and develop individualized, evidence-based goals in collaboration with families; deliver high-quality, child-centered ABA treatment; supervise and mentor RBTs; collaborate with families to monitor progress; and participate in peer collaboration and professional development. The role requires a master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, or education and active BCBA certification, along with licensure in applicable states. The position involves active sessions and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, squat, and kneel. ABC describes career progression opportunities from BCBA through senior and clinical leadership roles. The organization also offers clinical training, continuing education, student loan repayment assistance, benefits, paid time off, and other supports.

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 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

Uncapped monthly performance bonuses starting at 26 hours of treatment delivery per week.
Sign-on bonus 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 BCBA's supervision.
Relocation packages.
401(k) with company match.
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.
No non-compete agreements.
Career growth opportunities and training and development.
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.
Long-term ownership eligibility upon promotion to Senior BCBA.