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BCBA needed for a Full Time Position

$80k - $88k

Opal Autism Centers

Burned out by unrealistic caseloads, excessive administrative demands, unstable ABA environments, or looking for a relocation opportunity and fresh start? At " target="_blank" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" Opal Autism Centers, we’re intentionally building a different kind of BCBA experience — one centered on clinical quality, sustainable workloads, strong operational support, and long-term clinician growth.
As an independently owned, center-based ABA organization, we provide dedicated scheduling, operations, administrative, and clinical leadership support so our BCBAs can focus on meaningful client outcomes — not excessive non-clinical burdens.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Job Type: Full-Time | In-Person | Center-Based
Retention Bonus: $5,000
Relocation Assistance: Paid out with your first paycheck
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities: Earn up to ~$26,000 annually without PTO penalty
Total Earning Potential: High-performing BCBAs may exceed $100,000 annually through a combination of competitive base salary, quarterly bonus opportunities, retention incentives, and ongoing investment in professional development and clinical support.
Independently owned organization — not private equity backed
No restrictive employment agreements or bonus repayment clauses
Dedicated operations, scheduling, and administrative support
Flex days built into scheduling structure
Quarterly bonus opportunities up to $26,000 annually
Leadership growth and mentorship opportunities
Dedicated clinical quality and compliance leadership focused on ethical care, evolving funder requirements, and sustainable clinical practices
At Opal Autism Centers, we provide assent-based, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming care- prioritizing learner autonomy, emotional safety, and dignity through compassionate, non-coercive, and individualized ABA practices.
Maintain clinically appropriate caseloads and productivity expectations aligned with quality care and evolving payer requirements

  • Provide supervision and caregiver collaboration consistent with medical necessity, treatment intensity, and payer expectations
  • Support caregiver training and skill generalization across settings to promote long-term client success

Current BCBA certification

  • Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field
  • Experience working with children with autism and/or early intervention populations
  • Current CPR & First Aid certification

Strong collaboration, mentorship, and coaching skills

  • Experience with EMR systems and clinical documentation platforms
  • Behavior Analyst Licensure "LBA" (per state requirements)

We understand that transitioning into a new BCBA role can involve financial, logistical, and career-planning considerations. Depending on experience, location, and organizational need, individualized employment packages may include relocation support, sign-on or retention incentives, assistance navigating previous employment-related financial obligations, and contingent offers for future BCBAs preparing to sit for their certification exam.
We’ve intentionally built a compensation and support structure that prioritizes sustainability, growth, clinician well-being, and ethical clinical practice.
Quarterly performance bonus opportunities- up to $26,000 of annual bonus potential

  • Annual professional development, CEU stipend, and certification reimbursement opportunities
  • Referral bonuses up to $1,000 per referral — no cap!

Lactation accommodations (PUMP Act compliant), ADA and religious accommodations

  • Flex days built into scheduling
  • 9 paid holidays
  • Balanced bonus structure- PTO, holidays, and bereavement still count toward quotas (no penalty for time off)
  • Full administrative and operational support teams
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Cell phone stipend (if applicable)
  • Travel reimbursement (if applicable)

Support for continued clinical growth through conferences, CEU platforms, webinars, and specialized trainings

  • $Certification reimbursement opportunities
  • University tuition discounts through partnerships with: About Opal Autism Centers

At Opal, we are committed to delivering ethical, high-quality ABA services that prioritize dignity, compassion, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes for the children and families we serve.
We are intentionally building an organization where clinicians can grow long-term without sacrificing quality care, clinical integrity, or personal well-being. As the ABA landscape continues to evolve, our leadership team remains proactive in adapting to changing clinical, ethical, state, and payor requirements to help create sustainable clinical practices that support and protect both our clients and clinicians.
Opal Autism Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace.

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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