Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for Adult Services
Listed compensation
$65k-$75k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
No Billable Hours!
Guidewire Inc. is a Non-Profit Human Service Agency that provides residential, and day supports to adults with developmental disabilities throughout Hampden & Berkshire counties. We are seeking a highly motivated, personable, and communicative team member to join our multi-disciplinary Clinical team.
The ideal candidate will possess a willingness to learn, a desire to help others, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of adults with disabilities.
The BCBA role provides evaluation, research of interventions, staff training, clinical assessments, applied behavior analytic interventions, skill building, and drafting behavior plans for individuals supported by Guidewire, Inc. This is a (35-40) hour per week position, with flexibility.
We offer 4-weeks PTO + 56 hours Personal/sick, + 11 Holidays, health, dental, 401K with match potential, and a safe work and supportive environment for EVERYBODY. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, professional environment with flexible hours that allow you to have a life outside of work.
Qualification Preferences
- BCBA Credential
- LABA Credential
- Master’s Degree preferred, or, working on completing master’s degree in ABA
- ASL fluency is a plus!
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus!
- ## You are strongly encouraged to apply, even if you do not meet the preferences of this posting, we are open to talking with candidates who are interested to make a difference in the lives of others.
- Guidewire, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Key Responsibilities
The BCBA will conduct clinical assessments, develop applied behavior analytic interventions, and draft behavior plans for adults with developmental disabilities. Additionally, the role involves providing staff training and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions within a multi-disciplinary team.
Requirements
Candidates should hold a BCBA credential and preferably a Master's degree in ABA, though those currently completing their degree are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in LABA, ASL, or bilingual Spanish/English skills are considered advantageous assets.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (107 salary observations; 201 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,967 salary observations; 5,477 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% are remote, 34% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $65k–$75k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $88k (middle half $70k–$93k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Massachusetts vs national | $90k median in Massachusetts | $92k nationally (−2%)107 state / 1,967 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$66k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Massachusetts | 115 active | 2,635 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 72% remote · 34% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +5.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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About Confidential Employer
Benefits & Perks
Living in Springfield
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $307k≈ 4.7× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,822/mo≈ 34% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 20 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 96.1
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Springfield, MA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.