Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Center Based -10K Signing Bonus

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

• Center Based
• 10K Signing Bonus Columbia, MD Job Details Full-time $100,000
• $150,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Parent and caregiver training as behavioral support Collaborate with healthcare professionals Master's degree in applied behavior analysis Caseload management Mid-level Master's degree Licensed Behavior Analyst Clinical staff training Staff training Patient care Implementing behavioral health therapy programs Evidence-based interventions in treatment planning BCBA Applied Behavior Analysis Training & development Healthcare treatment Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) for children

Full Job Description Overview:

About Verbal Beginnings At Verbal Beginnings, we combine the heart of a team-oriented center with the resources of a leading ABA provider. Our mission is to improve the lives of children with autism and their families by delivering exceptional, evidence-based care

• while supporting the professionals who make it possible.

We've built a collaborative community where BCBAs can focus on what they do best: changing lives. What Sets Us Apart? You became a BCBA to make an impact—not to spend your day on scheduling issues, insurance calls, or working in isolation. At Verbal Beginnings, we've built a model that removes those barriers so you can focus on clinical care, collaboration, and growth. We combine the heart of a team-oriented center with the resources of a leading ABA provider, creating an environment where BCBAs feel supported, valued, and set up for long-term success. Clinical Support That Lets You Focus on Care

• Enjoy full administrative support with dedicated schedulers, billing specialists, and intake staff—so you can stay focused on your clients, not paperwork. Built-In Collaboration
• Join a network of 100+ BCBAs as well as a team of Speech & Occupational Therapists, with access to mentorship, case collaboration, conferences, and special interest groups. Clear Career Growth
• We offer defined advancement opportunities to Senior BCBA, Clinical Director, and beyond, plus professional development stipends to support your goals. BCBA-Led Leadership
• As a BCBA-owned and operated organization, our leadership understands your role and prioritizes clinical quality, support, and sustainability. Commitment to Quality
• We are an ACQ and BHCOE-accredited provider of ABA therapy, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of care and professional development. Training & Supervision Excellence
• As a BHCOE-accredited training site, we support the next generation of clinicians through evidence-based supervision and our internal practicum, Verbal Beginnings Academy. A Culture That Values You
• From team events including our annual leadership retreat for BCBAs, to recognition programs, we believe great clinicians deserve to feel appreciated, connected, and supported. At Verbal Beginnings, you're not just another BCBA on a roster
• you're part of a community that invests in your success. We provide the tools, support, and career path to help you do your best work and love coming to work every day. Compensation & Earning Potential Our Center-Based BCBAs receive a competitive base salary of $90,000
• 110,000, based on experience and level, with the opportunity to earn substantial quarterly bonuses to earn up to an additional $40,000 annually through our quarterly bonus program.

What that can look like:

25 billables/week: $90,000

• 110,000 (base salary) 27 billables/week: $100,000
• 120,000 30 billables/week: $113,000
• 133,000 32 billables/week: $122,000
• 142,000 34 billables/week: Up to $130,000
• 150,000 What to expect: Guaranteed base salary Quarterly bonuses tied to average billable hours across the quarter Admin and support staff in place to help you achieve your goals without added burnout Consistent, center-based scheduling for predictability and work-life balance Estimated total compensation is based on average weekly billable hours and may vary based on performance and schedule.

Benefits Full medical, dental, and vision insurance with low out-of-pocket costs Generous Time Off structure (27 paid days off annually) Paid parental leave Professional Development stipends Supervision Incentive

• additional incentive earnings for BACB supervision of BCBA trainees (up to $8K annually) Short-term/long-term Disability Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Sign-on and/or relocation bonus for qualified candidates

Schedule & Caseload Schedule:

Center hours are Monday

• Friday, 7:30 AM
• 4:00 PM or 8:30 AM
• 5:00 PM.

No nights, no weekends!

Caseload:

Small caseloads of 6 kiddos (max caseload of 7 kiddos for our more experienced BCBAs).

Responsibilities:

As a Center-based BCBA, you will: Conduct skills and behavior assessments to deeply understand your clients Develop comprehensive treatment plans and plan evidence-based interventions Train, supervise, and support a small team of RBTs dedicated to your clients Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, and the quality assurance team to achieve optimal client outcomes Coordinate with and train caregivers to empower them as partners in their child's progress

Qualifications:

About You:

You need to have a Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field. You need to be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with experience supervising the implementation of ABA-based treatment programs by RBTs. You need to be licensed in the state you are applying to or actively pursuing licensure at the time of hire. You need to be dedicated to providing high-quality, outcomes-based care to our clients and their families. Physical Demands The physical requirements here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Movements in response to aggressive and self-injurious behavior Ability to move quickly and confidently to intervene in situations when protective carries or environmental arrangements are deemed necessary Ability to pursue a bolting student, including but not limited to: running, moving quickly from side to side Successful completion of Safety Care training and Re-Certifications Including but not limited to: pivoting, knee squats, shuffling front and backwards, and carrying children Verbal Beginnings' personnel policies, procedures, and practices prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, or sex. Verbal Beginnings' employment opportunities are provided for applicants with disabilities and reasonable accommodation(s) are made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees. #CS2

Pay Range:

USD $90,000.00

• USD $110,000.

00 /Yr.