Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Butterfly Effects • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Butterfly Effects is a BCBA-led organization providing individualized ABA therapy to children and families. The BCBA joins an interdisciplinary team and leads clinical service delivery, including supervising RBTs and BTs, assessing clients, developing individualized treatment plans, and supporting caregivers. The organization describes its approach as ethical, evidence-based, family-centered, and supported by clinical leadership and collaboration. BCBAs have clinical autonomy, access to locally or regionally based clinical directors, professional development and mentorship, and potential advancement to Assistant Regional Director, Center Director, or Regional Director.

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 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.

Benefits

• Base salary of $85,000–$95,000.
• Quarterly performance incentives of up to $12,000 annually.
• Potential total compensation of up to $107,000.
• 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 insurance, supplemental coverage, and HSA options.
• 401(k).
• In-house continuing education units and funding for external conferences, live events, and the annual Clinical Conference.
• Personalized mentorship for new or early-career BCBAs.
• Monthly clinical case reviews and internal professional development presentations.
• No non-compete clauses.

What This Job Offers

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