BCBA

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Join a Team That’s Passionate About Making a Difference!

At The Anderson Centers, we believe in integrity, commitment, and compassion. Led by a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, our team specializes in behavior intervention for individuals of all ages and diagnoses. We’re proud to serve with purpose—supporting mental health, connection, and confidence with a touch of Southern charm!

As a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at The Anderson Centers, you will play a vital role in designing, implementing, and overseeing individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment plans. You’ll work directly with patients, families, and a team of clinicians to ensure high-quality, ethical care that promotes meaningful progress!

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Design, implement, and adjust Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed
• Create programming that promotes skill maintenance and generalization
• Develop discharge plans for patients who have met their goals
• Monitor patient data and provide guidance to behavior technicians
• Ensure therapy schedules are consistent and effective
• Provide direct and documented supervision to RBTs/clinicians
• Support crisis intervention and provide clear direction during escalated situations
• Deliver constructive feedback to staff, both written and verbal
• Ensure accurate use of data tracking software and session note documentation
• Complete clinician performance reviews and support professional development
• Guide families through the insurance authorization process
• Communicate patient progress with caregivers and attend support sessions
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and records
• Collaborate with billing, clinical, and school-based teams as needed
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, team trainings, and professional development
• Drive to off-site locations for patient sessions or meetings, if necessary
• Maintain all required licenses and certifications

What We’re Looking For

• Current BCBA certification and state licensure (or eligibility)
• Experience developing ABA programs and supervising clinical teams
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage crisis situations professionally and calmly
• Familiarity with data collection systems and EMR tools
• Commitment to ethical and evidence-based ABA practices

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Current BCBA certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• Active Georgia state license (LBA) or eligibility to obtain licensure in accordance with Georgia state regulations
• Master’s degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Completion of all BACB-required supervised fieldwork hours (1,500–2,000 hours depending on supervision model)
• Demonstrated knowledge of ABA principles, data collection methods, and behavior intervention strategies
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to pass a state and federal background check
• Must maintain all required certifications and licenses throughout employment
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if position requires travel to home or school-based settings)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (if position requires travel to home or school-based settings)Experience working with school-aged children with disabilities;
• Experience independently developing and overseeing comprehensive ABA treatment for children with autism;
• Experience conducting a variety of ABA modalities such as caregiver support sessions, group ABA treatment, and specialized treatments;
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing direct ABA therapy to children diagnosed with ASD; and/or
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a BCBA providing treatment to children diagnosed with ASD and supervising clinicians