School Based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Job Description

Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Senior BCBA) - School Services

Full-Time | School-Based | $100,000-$115,000 annually | Baltimore, MD

Lead advanced school-based ABA practice, mentor clinicians and Lead RBTs, and partner with school teams to drive meaningful, system-level impact for students across multiple classrooms and programs.


Why Senior BCBAs Choose CAS

• Senior-level influence without leaving hands-on clinical work
• Direct oversight and mentorship of BCBAs and Lead RBTs across multiple classrooms
• Autonomy in school-based schedules with strong organizational support
• Advanced training, mentorship, and professional visibility
• Freedom to grow your career without restrictive non-compete clauses

Keep reading to see how this role is intentionally designed for experienced school-based clinicians ready to lead at scale.


Our Approach at CAS

At Community Autism Services (CAS), we believe school-based ABA is most effective when experienced clinicians are empowered to lead, collaborate, and shape systems - not just individual cases. Our school services model prioritizes assent-based, student-centered care while partnering closely with school teams to embed ethical, sustainable behavioral practices across classrooms and programs.

We invest in senior clinicians as thought partners, mentors, and leaders who elevate both clinical quality and school relationships. This role is designed for BCBAs who want to influence outcomes at scale while remaining connected to meaningful clinical work - and who are ready to develop the next generation of ABA professionals.

The CAS Experience

What working as a Senior BCBA in School Services looks like

Total Compensation

We recognize the scope and impact of senior school-based clinical leadership.

• Salary range: $100,000-$115,000 annually (based on experience and market)
• Leadership-level bonus and incentive opportunities tied to quality and outcomes
• Company recognition awards, including monetary awards, gifts, and professional development support
• Continuing education support, including paid CEUs and advanced professional development
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance to support long-term career sustainability
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) options and additional voluntary benefits
• No non-compete clauses - we believe in ethical, clinician-first employment

Work - Life Balance You Can Count On

This role is designed for sustainability within school environments.

• Full-time, school-based work aligned to district schedules
• Flexibility across onsite and virtual consultation
• Schedule autonomy with clear expectations and support
• Time built in for BCBA oversight, Lead RBT consultation, mentorship, and program development

Advanced Clinical & Leadership Support

You'll practice at the top of your license with meaningful backing.

• Partnership with CAS clinical leadership and regional teams
• Quarterly Clinical Grand Rounds focused on advanced, school-relevant clinical topics
• PFA/SBT, PRT, and other evidence-based methodologies supported through training and consultation
• Access to internal clinical resources, data systems, and quality assurance support
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across educational settings
• Shared clinical resource library with templates, tools, and evidence-based materials to support consistent, high-quality care

Your Growth Path at CAS

This role is a cornerstone of our school-based leadership pathway.

• Senior consultative influence across multiple classrooms, programs, and school teams
• Opportunities to lead trainings, workshops, and professional development for educators and clinicians
• Direct mentorship and oversight of BCBAs and Lead RBTs
• Pathways into broader clinical leadership, regional consultation, or program development roles

Role Overview

As a Senior BCBA in School Services at CAS in Baltimore, MD, you'll serve as both a clinical expert and an internal leader - overseeing the work of BCBAs, Lead RBTs, and classroom-based teams. You will guide behavioral programming across multiple classrooms, support IEP teams, and elevate the quality and consistency of ABA services district-wide.

This role is ideal for experienced school-based BCBAs who are ready to take on supervisory responsibility, influence systems, and actively develop the clinicians and paraprofessionals around them-while staying grounded in student-centered practice.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Staff Oversight

• Provide clinical oversight, mentorship, and professional supervision to BCBAs, Lead RBTs, Behavior Technicians, and ABA instructional staff
• Directly supervise and support Lead RBTs in their roles managing classroom-based paraprofessionals and implementing behavioral programs with fidelity
• Support onboarding, competency development, and performance growth for BCBAs and Lead RBTs
• Lead case consultations, peer reviews, and collaborative problem-solving sessions across caseloads
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide structured performance feedback to BCBAs and Lead RBTs
• Model ethical, culturally responsive, and assent-based clinical practice across all settings

School & Program Collaboration

• Serve as a senior clinical liaison between CAS teams and assigned school programs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with administrators, special education teams, and related service providers
• Lead school-level professional development, workshops, and behavior management trainings
• Collaborate with IEP teams to design, monitor, and refine individualized behavioral programming for students with ASD and/or EBD
• Support the MTSS/RTI process and IEP development for existing and new eligibility determinations
• Partner with medical professionals and, when appropriate, law enforcement to ensure students are supported across all environments

Clinical & Programmatic Excellence

• Conduct and oversee advanced Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and comprehensive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) across multiple classrooms
• Oversee program integrity and implementation fidelity across school-based settings
• Analyze caseload and classroom-level data to identify trends, clinical risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Coach teams in evidence-based approaches including PFA/SBT, PRT, AAC systems, and function-based interventions
• Implement and promote trauma-informed practices, restorative justice frameworks (e.g., SOAR), and de-escalation strategies
• Partner with CAS internal leadership on quality assurance, clinical standards, and program development
• Contribute to training materials, supervision models, and shared clinical resources

How Success Is Measured

Success in this role is defined by:

• High-quality, ethical, and consistent behavioral programming across classrooms and caseloads
• Effective supervision and development of BCBAs and Lead RBTs
• Strong school and program partnerships built on trust and clinical credibility
• Positive student outcomes and sustainable behavioral systems
• Alignment with CAS clinical standards, values, and ethical practice

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field
• Current, active BCBA certification in good standing
• Minimum of 4-5 years of post-certification ABA experience, with at least 3 years in school-based or educational settings
• Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring, and developing BCBAs and/or paraprofessional staff across multiple classrooms or programs
• Experience overseeing Lead RBTs or senior paraprofessional staff in school-based settings
• Strong experience conducting and overseeing FBAs and BIPs for students with ASD and/or EBD across severity levels
• Experience with the MTSS/RTI process and IEP development for both existing and new eligibilities
• Familiarity with augmented and alternative communication systems (AAC, PECS, sign language, etc.)
• Experience with trauma-informed frameworks, restorative justice practices (e.g., SOAR), and/or partnering with medical and law enforcement stakeholders
• Comprehensive data collection and analysis skills across all behavior types
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills with school personnel, families, and clinical teams
• Commitment to ethical, assent-based, data-driven, student-centered care

Why CAS Is Different

We intentionally design school-based leadership roles that:

• Elevate clinicians into trusted school and district partners
• Balance autonomy with strong organizational and clinical support
• Prioritize ethical practice, mentorship, and systemic impact
• Invest in long-term growth across clinical and leadership pathways

Not Ready to Make the Jump - but Know Someone Who Is?

We offer $1,000 external referral bonuses for BCBA referrals and $250 for BT referrals. If your referral is hired and employed with us for 90 days , you get paid.

Sometimes the right opportunity helps someone else take the leap.

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About CAS

Community Autism Services is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and families while creating meaningful, sustainable careers for our team members. We believe exceptional outcomes start with well-supported clinicians-through strong leadership, thoughtful systems, and a culture rooted in collaboration and growth.

As part of a nationwide organization, CAS combines the stability of scale with the heart of a community-based provider. Whether you're leading in schools or shaping clinical systems, you'll find opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.