Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Clinical Director- Waterford Lakes, FL
Listed compensation
$90k-$95k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage and nights and shift pattern.
Job Description
BlueSprig has a BCBA job opening in Waterford Lakes, Florida. As our Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Clinical Director, you’ll lead a team of behavior technicians, build individualized intervention plans, and work with families and physicians to deliver tailored ABA therapy.
Looking for a role where your clinical judgment is trusted, your voice is heard, and your expertise makes a real difference? At BlueSprig, we put clinicians first - because great client outcomes start with skilled and empowered providers. We offer BCBAs and BCaBAs the opportunity to lead with integrity, deliver high-quality care, and grow their careers in an environment that values ethical practice and genuine autonomy.
Annual Salary: $90,00 - $95,000
Ready to Apply? Our BCBA recruiting team is live right now and ready to chat. Text APPLY to 832-240-5710 to start the conversation.
Why BlueSprig?
Flexible hybrid work options: Hybrid work model with the option to work remotely one day per week as center operations allow, plus 15 paid days off and 9 holidays annually.
Clear career pathway: Defined path from Clinical Supervisor to Center Director, with 3.5 years of BCBA tenure vs. ~1 year industry average, and nearly 50% of Center Directors promoted from within.
Strong clinical support: Access to five clinical committees/advisory boards, Grand Rounds, Annual Clinical Conference, and quarterly published clinical outcomes.
Trained RBTs supporting you: 92% of our BTs pass the BACB exam on the first try vs. 75% national average, supported by our accredited training system.
Achieve more, earn more: Clear clinical expectations plus a monthly bonus program with additional earning potential up to $18,000 annually.
- Continue to learn: 24/7 access to 100+ free CEUs and a professional development stipend up to $1,000.
- Benefits that go beyond: Comprehensive benefits including IVF/maternity support, dental and vision coverage, wellness resources, and 401(k) match.
- Performance that pays: Annual merit-based salary increases.
Meet Our Team
Our Waterford Lakes center’s clinical leadership team brings years of experience serving children and families in the local community. At BlueSprig, many of our clinicians have grown their careers from BT (Behavior technician) to BCBA and beyond, creating a supportive, development-focused environment where team members can learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Career Growth With our nationwide network of ~160 centers, you’ll have opportunities to advance your career in both clinical and operational paths - plus unique chances to participate in cutting-edge research through SprigLAB.
BlueSprig Career Pathway
Associate Clinical Supervisor > Clinical Supervisor > Senior Clinical Supervisor > Associate Clinical Director > Clinical Director > Senior Clinical Director > Associate Director of Clinical Operations > Director of Clinical Operations > Senior Director of Clinical Operations
- Research and Clinical Excellence Collaborate with our esteemed Clinical Advisory Board, including:
- Dr. Jane Howard, Ph.D., BCBA – Clinical Advisor
Dr. Candice Allen, M.D. – Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician
Dr. Michael R. Cummings, M.D. – Medical Director, University APIC Program
Janell Van Cleve, M.S. Ed., CAS – Clinical Director, University APIC Program
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in an environment built for clinician success, join us at BlueSprig.
For the safety and security of our clients, this position requires a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, criminal history and driving record. The background check will be conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and other applicable laws. Your consent will be obtained prior to conducting the check.
At BlueSprig, we are dedicated to ensuring a level playing field for all. As part of that, we work hard to maintain our Great Place To Work ® status so that everyone is rewarded fairly and earns opportunities for bringing their whole and best selves every day, to allow for the fulfillment of our mission to change the world for children with autism.
BlueSprig is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BlueSprig aims to be an inclusive and equitable employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. At BlueSprig, we level the playing field for all.
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Director will lead a team of behavior technicians and develop individualized intervention plans for clients. They will collaborate with families and physicians to deliver high-quality ABA therapy while maintaining clinical excellence.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a focus on ethical practice and clinical leadership. The role requires the ability to manage center operations and support the professional growth of behavior technicians.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Clinical Director- Waterford Lakes, FL at Blue Sprig a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,350 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Florida, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (58 salary observations; 185 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,561 salary observations; 5,857 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 50% have no call, 73% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in applied behavior analysis | ranked against 2,350 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $90k–$95k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $100k (middle half $95k–$108k)22 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Florida vs national | $93k median in Florida | $92k nationally (about the same)58 state / 1,561 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$89k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Florida | 85 active | 2,440 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 48% remote · 50% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | US healthcare professional listings: 49% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 21% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Applied Behavior Analysis listings | 1,186 in the last 30 days | 574 the 30 days before (+107%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +3.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$93k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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