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

Butterfly Effects•Newport News, VA
•Hybrid

About The Position

Butterfly Effects is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for a hybrid, in-home-based role in Newport News, Virginia. The organization provides ABA therapy to children with autism spectrum disorder and describes itself as BCBA-led, with an emphasis on ethical, evidence-based services, clinical autonomy, family involvement, and support from local or regional clinical directors. The BCBA can set their own schedule and will work on an interdisciplinary team. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is included. The compensation package includes 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. The posting also describes advancement paths to Assistant Regional Director, Center Director, and Regional Director. Butterfly Effects has supported more than 14,000 families since 2005 and is a co-founder of the National Coalition for Access to Autism Services and the Louisiana Coalition for Access to Autism Services.

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

  • All experience levels are welcome; opportunities are tailored to the candidate's career stage.
  • New or early-career BCBAs can receive personalized guidance from experienced BCBA mentors.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee RBTs and BTs to support consistent, high-quality ABA service delivery.
  • Conduct functional behavior assessments, develop individualized treatment goals, and create 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.
  • Assist with related special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • $10,000 sign-on bonus.
  • Quarterly performance incentives up to $12,000 annually.
  • $2,000 per year in tuition support toward a doctorate and university partnership discounts.
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental coverage, and HSA options.
  • 401(k).
  • In-house CEUs annually and funding for external conferences, live events, and the annual Clinical Conference.
  • Monthly clinical case reviews with peers and clinical leadership.
  • Internal professional development speaker series with CEU presentations.
  • Opportunities to collaborate and present at national conferences.
  • No non-compete clauses.
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