Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Hawaii DOE

Job Description

Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Hawaii DOE | $85K-$105K Salary or $70-$90/Hour Per Diem

Support Schools Across the all Hawaii Islands. Lead Behavior Programs. Make a Lasting Impact.

Who We Are

At Applied ABC, we partner with the Hawaii Department of Education, school districts, and special education programs to provide high-quality behavioral support services that help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally across the Hawaiian Islands.

Our mission is to deliver evidence-based ABA services, support educators, and strengthen inclusive learning environments for students with diverse behavioral and developmental needs. We are seeking a full-time BCBA with strong school-based experience, clinical leadership skills, and a passion for collaborative, culturally responsive service delivery across island communities.

Why You'll Love Being Part of Applied ABC

• Island-Based Impact: Serve students across Hawaii’s diverse school communities and make a meaningful difference in educational access and equity

• Clinical Leadership Opportunities: Lead behavioral programming, support school teams, and improve student outcomes across multiple campuses

• Collaborative DOE Partnerships: Work closely with teachers, special education teams, administrators, and related service providers

• Autonomy with Strong Support: Focus on clinical work while our operations team supports scheduling, compliance, and coordination across sites

• Professional Growth: Access continuing education support, leadership development, and ongoing clinical training

• Mission-Driven Culture: Join a team committed to inclusion, collaboration, and student-centered care across diverse cultural and geographic settings

The Benefits Package

Salary Benefits

• Competitive salary compensation

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and school holiday alignment

• Continuing education reimbursement

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program

• Flexible work environments across schools, community, and hybrid settings

Per Diem Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation

• Professional development support

• Health, dental, and vision benefits available for employees meeting eligibility requirements

Where You'll Make an Impact

As a DOE Contract BCBA at Applied ABC, you will provide behavioral consultation and ABA support services within school settings across Hawaii. You will help students access their education more successfully while supporting educators and families with evidence-based behavioral strategies tailored to school environments and local community needs.

You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure behavioral programming aligns with IEP goals, DOE requirements, and best clinical practices while respecting the cultural and community contexts of Hawaii’s students and families.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students receiving special education services

• Provide behavioral consultation and support within classroom, school, and community-based educational settings

• Supervise and support RBTs, paraprofessionals, and school staff using evidence-based ABA practices

• Train educators and caregivers on behavior strategies, de-escalation techniques, reinforcement systems, and implementation fidelity

• Monitor student progress through data collection, analysis, and ongoing program adjustments

• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, manifestation determinations, and multidisciplinary team discussions

• Support crisis intervention and behavioral stabilization as needed within school guidelines

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with DOE, IDEA, FERPA, BACB, Medicaid, and district policies

• Collaborate with school leadership and service providers to support inclusive educational programming across campuses

What Sets You Apart

Required

• Active BCBA certification in good standing

• Master’s Degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field

• State licensure where applicable

• Experience in school-based, DOE, or special education settings

• Experience conducting FBAs and developing BIPs

• Strong understanding of IDEA, IEP processes, and behavioral compliance standards

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams

• Ability to work across multiple school sites in geographically dispersed settings

• Reliable transportation and authorization to work in the United States

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, emotional/behavioral disorders, ADHD, and developmental disabilities

• Experience supervising RBTs and behavioral support staff

• Crisis prevention/intervention certification

• Experience working in rural or island-based school systems

• Familiarity with digital data collection systems and school documentation platforms

• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus given Hawaii’s diverse communities

How We Set You Up for Success

At Applied ABC, we understand the unique demands of providing services across island communities. Our DOE BCBAs receive:

• Dedicated scheduling and case coordination support across multiple school sites

• Administrative assistance for compliance, reporting, and DOE documentation

• Ongoing clinical mentorship and collaboration with experienced BCBAs

• Access to data collection and documentation systems designed for school-based services

• Professional development focused on school-based ABA and culturally responsive practices

• A supportive leadership team that values your expertise and field experience

Join a Mission That Matters

If you are passionate about supporting students in educational settings, delivering meaningful behavioral interventions, and working collaboratively with schools across Hawaii, we’d love to hear from you.

At Applied ABC, you’ll do more than provide behavioral services—you’ll help students gain access to education, build independence, and succeed across diverse island communities.

Apply today and help us create stronger outcomes for students, families, and schools across Hawaii.

Applied ABC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.