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Butterfly Effects
Greensboro, North Carolina

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$105kbase · + up to $12k bonus

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Job Description

Join Butterfly Effects - Where BCBAs Lead

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

In Home Based - Greensboro

Are you a passionate BCBA seeking a rewarding career where your expertise drives real, lasting change for children with autism spectrum disorder?

At Butterfly Effects, we're not just another ABA therapy provider - we're a BCBA-led organization dedicated to empowering you with unmatched support, professional growth, and a family-centric approach. Led by Dr. Steve Woolf, PhD, BCBA-D (President) and Molly McGinnis, M. Ed., BCBA (Vice President of Clinical Services), we prioritize your success so you can focus on what matters; making a socially meaningful change in the lives of children and families.

Why Choose Butterfly Effects for Your BCBA Career?

At Butterfly Effects, you'll find more than a job, you'll find a mission. We are co-founders of the National Coalition for Access to Autism Services (NCAAS) and the Louisiana Coalition for Access to Autism Services (LCAAS), two non-profits dedicated to expanding access to ABA for all families regardless of socio-economic status. We also lead with people: our BCBAs are at the center of every decision, with unmatched support, autonomy, and opportunities to grow.

What Sets Us Apart

BCBA Leadership at Every Level: BCBAs hold key roles in management and senior leadership, ensuring your voice shapes our clinical practices and company direction.

Stable Growth Opportunities: As an established ABA provider with nationwide expansion we have growth paths to Assistant Regional Director, Center director, and Regional Director.

Ethical, High-Quality Standards: As a fully accredited BHCOE organization, we uphold BACB guidelines and prioritize meaningful supervision, family involvement, and evidence-based ABA interventions over rigid quotas.

Supportive, Positive Culture: Enjoy a collaborative environment where BCBAs are heard, respected, and encouraged to contribute – Join our "PD Speaker Series" for internal CEU presentations led by thought leaders in the field-giving you access to experts you may otherwise only see at national conferences.

Participate in monthly clinical case reviews with all your peers and clinical leadership.

Clinician Empowerment: Design customized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs, with full access to tools, resources, and interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal ASD outcomes.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

  • We reward your expertise with a compensation package designed for financial security, wellness, and family support:
  • Total Compensation: Base salary $105,000 + quarterly performance incentives (up to $12,000 annually).
  • Sign On Bonus: $5,000 (one-time sign on bonus)
  • Generous Time Off: Generous PTO, and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental coverage, and HSA options.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) to build your future.

Professional Development & Mentorship

Invest in your ABA career with our robust support system-perfect for both seasoned BCBAs and those building experience:

Local Leadership support: Each market has locally or regionally based clinical directors available to provide guidance, collaboration, and on-the-ground support so you are never working in isolation.

Mentorship Program: New or early-career BCBAs receive personalized guidance from experienced BCBA mentors to accelerate your growth and certification requirements.

Research & Innovation: Collaborate on cutting-edge ABA research projects and present at national conferences-our team has contributed to 15+ publications in journals like Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Clinical Advisory Access: Benefit from insights by renowned experts, including board-certified BCBAs and developmental specialists, through our internal committees and compassionate care teams.

CEU Opportunities: Access in-house CEUs annually, plus funding for external conferences, live events, and our annual Clinical Conference.

  • Your Role as a BCBA at Butterfly Effects
  • As a key member of our interdisciplinary ABA team, you'll lead the charge in delivering family-centered therapy for children with autism. Your daily impact includes:
  • Managing & Supervising Staff: Oversee RBTs and BTs to ensure consistent, high-quality ABA service delivery.

Conducting Assessments & Planning: Perform functional behavior assessments, develop individualized treatment goals, and create engaging, evidence-based intervention plans.

Family & Caregiver Training: Lead monthly sessions to empower families with ABA strategies for long-term success.

Team Coordination: Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals to integrate holistic care for clients.

This BCBA position is ideal for those passionate about autism therapy, behavior analysis, and making a difference-without the constraints of non-compete clauses.

Qualifications for BCBA Candidates

  • We're seeking dedicated BCBAs who align with our mission. Must-haves include:
  • Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Psychology, or a related field.
  • Active BCBA Certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
  • Strong passion for working with children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teams.
  • Experience levels welcome - we tailor opportunities to your career stage!

Who Are We?

Since 2005, Butterfly Effects has supported over 15,000 families through individualized applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. Our butterfly logo symbolizes love, rebirth, and metamorphosis - mirroring our commitment to helping children and families thrive.

If you are ready to bring your passion, expertise, and compassion to a stable team that values you as much as the families we serve, we would love to meet you.

Find out more about us at butterflyeffects.com and join us on our mission to foster joyous lives through compassionate ABA care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Butterfly Effects, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate upon the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), age, ancestry, marital status, disability, veteran status, service in the military, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role may assist with related special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will manage and supervise RBTs and BTs while conducting functional behavior assessments to create individualized treatment plans. They will also lead caregiver training sessions and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality ABA service delivery.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field. An active BCBA certification from the BACB is required for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Functional Behavior AssessmentTreatment planningStaff supervisionAutism spectrum disorder therapyClinical documentationEvidence-based interventionsBehavioral interventionData analysis

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 32% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$105kApplied Behavior Analysis median $98k (middle half $93k–$99k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$111k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in North Carolina188 active2,487 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 58% remote · 32% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$5k sign-onNorth Carolina healthcare professional listings: 54% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 21% offer loan repayment197 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,191 in the last 30 days605 the 30 days before (+97%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.2this job 1.5
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About Butterfly Effects

Individual and Family Services
Deerfield Beach, Florida
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Base salary $105,000
Quarterly performance incentives up to $12,000 annually
$5,000 sign-on bonus
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental coverage, HSA
401(k)
In-house CEUs and external conference funding
Mentorship program for new/early-career BCBAs

Living in Greensboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$254k≈ 2.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,395/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Greensboro-High Point, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.