Senior BCBA

Opal Autism Centers•Winston-Salem, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Opal Autism Centers is hiring a Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst for its in-person, center-based early intervention program serving children ages 2–6. The independently owned organization emphasizes clinically appropriate caseloads, sustainable workloads, ethical and individualized care, and operational and administrative support. Its care model is assent-based, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming, prioritizing learner autonomy, emotional safety, and dignity through compassionate, non-coercive ABA practices. The Senior BCBA will oversee treatment quality and individualized clinical outcomes, supervise and collaborate with caregivers, and maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation that meets state, funder, and ethical requirements. The role includes dedicated operations and scheduling support, work-from-home and flex days built into the scheduling structure, mentorship and leadership opportunities, and professional development. Compensation is a base salary of $90,000–$102,000, with optional retention incentives and quarterly bonus opportunities; the posting describes total potential earnings above $100,000 for high-performing BCBAs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
Current, active BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
At least 3 years certified as a BCBA to qualify for the senior-level role.
At least 3 years of experience as a BCBA working directly with individuals with autism.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising RBTs and clinical teams.
Strong collaboration, mentorship, and coaching skills.
Experience with EMR systems and clinical documentation platforms.
Behavior Analyst Licensure (LBA), as required by the state.

Responsibilities

Maintain clinically appropriate caseloads and productivity expectations aligned with quality care and evolving payer requirements.
Conduct ongoing treatment-integrity observations and modify protocols to support individualized clinical outcomes.
Provide supervision and caregiver collaboration consistent with medical necessity, treatment intensity, and payer expectations.
Maintain timely, accurate, and audit-ready clinical documentation in alignment with state, funder, and ethical requirements.
Support caregiver training and skill generalization across settings to promote long-term client success.

Benefits

Optional retention bonus up to $5,000.
Quarterly performance bonus opportunities, with up to $26,000 in annual bonus potential.
Individualized employment packages that may include relocation support, sign-on or retention incentives, assistance navigating previous employment-related financial obligations, and contingent offers for future BCBAs preparing for certification exams.
Leadership growth pathways into Assistant Clinical Director and Clinical Director roles.
Annual professional development, a $1,000 annual CEU stipend, and certification reimbursement opportunities.
Referral bonuses up to $2,000 per referral, with no cap.
Protected breaks and workplace accommodations, including lactation, ADA, and religious accommodations.
Work-from-home and flex days built into scheduling.
120 hours of PTO annually, increasing with tenure.
Nine paid holidays.
Paid bereavement leave.
FMLA and military leave protections.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) and additional investment options.
Life and disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
Pet insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Cell phone stipend, if applicable.
Travel reimbursement, if applicable.
30/60/90-day onboarding feedback.
Clinical tools and technology provided.
Support for continued clinical growth through conferences, CEU platforms, webinars, and specialized trainings.
University tuition discounts through partnerships, including Ball State, Capella, Northeastern, and Purdue Global.