ENTRY LEVEL Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) (San Diego)

Entry Level Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Pay: $80,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year

Job Type: Full-time (Part-time available)

Work Location: Hybrid (In-home with clients, writing reports from home, and in-office meetings)

About the Company

MTR Child & Family Services provides Early Education Services, Project ImPACT, Behavior Consultation, and ABA Services to families with children ages 0 to 8 throughout San Diego County.

About the Role

We are seeking a newly certified BCBA (1 or fewer years as a BCBA) who is eager to grow in a supportive, structured clinical environment. This entry-level role is designed for professionals looking to build strong clinical competencies while benefiting from mentorship, manageable caseloads, and a balanced work–life approach.

As part of a mission-driven organization, you’ll join a team committed to long-term professional growth, compassionate care, and high-quality ABA services. We offer schedule flexibility and direct opportunities to voice your successes and concerns, helping build the team and culture you need to succeed. At least 2 monthly 1:1 meetings with the Clinical Director and 2 in-person overlaps per month for support, growth, and collaborative conversations.

Key Responsibilities

• Treatment Planning: Assist with oversight and implementation of individualized ABA treatment plans for your caseload
• Assessments: Conduct assessments and support data-driven treatment decisions (DAYC-2, VB-MAPP, AFLS, QABF, FAST, etc.)
• Parent Coaching: Provide parent coaching and help generalize skills in the home and community settings.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and HIPAA-compliant documentation.
• Collaboration: Partner with families, school teams, and interdisciplinary professionals.
• Team Contribution: Participate in clinical meetings and contribute to case discussions.

Supervision & Leadership

• Mentorship: Supervise and mentor behavior technicians/interventionists.
• Training: Participate in staff training and development.
• Ethics: Support strict adherence to BACB standards and ethical guidelines.

Compensation & Benefits

• Financial & Work Stability: Annual salary of $80,000–$87,000, standard performance bonuses, plus additional leadership/quality bonuses.
• Work-Life Balance: Reduced caseload for new BCBAs, schedule flexibility, and a generous time-off package (10 paid holidays + PTO + paid sick time).
• Tools & Tech: Company laptop and cell phone provided, plus mileage reimbursement.
• Health & Retirement: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, alongside a 401(k) with a 3% company match.

Professional Development Focus

• Paid Credentials: Covered CEUs and all BCBA credential maintenance fees.
• Tailored Mentorship: Structured first-year mentorship built around what you feel you need, followed by ongoing growth support based on your comfort level.
• Continuous Learning: Ongoing training, workshops, internal skill-building opportunities, and an annual budget for conferences.
• Hands-on Growth: Opportunities for clinical shadowing and collaborative development.

Requirements

• Education: Master's degree (Required).
• Experience: At least 2+ years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• License/Certification: Newly Certified BCBA (1 year or less).