BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Hybrid - Baltimore, MD

Verbal Beginnings•Baltimore, MD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Verbal Beginnings is hiring a field-based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide individualized, evidence-based ABA services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in their homes, schools, and communities. The BCBA conducts assessments, develops and refines treatment plans, and works toward meaningful outcomes and skill generalization in each child’s natural environments. The role involves close collaboration with Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), other BCBAs, clinical supervisors, and the quality assurance team. The BCBA trains and supports RBTs, coaches families so they can reinforce strategies in daily routines, and contributes to the development of future behavior analysts through mentorship at a BHCOE-accredited training site. Caseload scheduling is flexible and based on the clinician’s availability, proximity to cases, and personal goals. Verbal Beginnings is a BCBA-owned and operated, BHCOE- and ACQ-accredited ABA therapy provider founded in 2011. It offers programs including Early Intervention, In-Home, Social Skills, Feeding, Diagnostic, and Comprehensive Services incorporating Speech and Occupational Therapy. The organization describes a professional network of 100+ BCBAs and a tiered career ladder. Compensation is $90–$95 per hour, with potential total compensation of $116,000 or more annually. Additional earning opportunities include BACB supervision incentives and referral bonuses.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.
Maryland licensure, or actively pursuing licensure, at the time of hire.
Experience supervising RBTs’ implementation of ABA-based treatment programs.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation for travel to client locations.
Dedication to providing high-quality, outcomes-based care for children and their families.
Ability to perform physical activities including reaching, grasping, brisk walking, running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and transitioning quickly between positions throughout the day.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively using verbal and non-verbal methods appropriate for each child.
Ability to independently operate a vehicle to travel to and from client locations.

Responsibilities

Travel to clients’ homes, schools, and community settings to conduct comprehensive skills and behavior assessments.
Develop and continually refine individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions tailored to each child and their environments.
Train, supervise, and support RBTs in the field to promote collaboration, clinical consistency, and quality care.
Educate and coach families, helping caregivers apply treatment strategies in daily routines and support their child’s development.
Collaborate with supervisors and the quality assurance team to review outcomes, share knowledge across cases, and improve care quality.
Mentor and inspire future behavior analysts as part of a BHCOE-accredited training site.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Professionally managed 401(k) plan.
Paid parental leave.
Professional development stipend and monthly continuing education units (CEUs).
BACB supervision incentive of up to $8,000 annually.
Unlimited referral bonuses; the posting also describes earnings of up to $5,000 per hired referral.
Relocation assistance.
Leadership opportunities and OBM training.
Access to mentorship, case collaboration, and special interest groups.
Flexible caseload scheduling based on availability, proximity to cases, and personal goals.