Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65k-$100k

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Job Description

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Gem City Behavioral Health | Dayton, Ohio
  • Location: In Person Only | Dayton, OH

About the Role

Gem City Behavioral Health is seeking a passionate and dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our growing team in Dayton, Ohio.

We are an independently owned, multidisciplinary behavioral health clinic serving autistic children and adolescents ages 2 to 18. Our approach emphasizes individualized, evidence based care, manageable caseloads, and meaningful collaboration between clinicians, families, and support staff.

We place a strong emphasis on organizational culture and believe supporting our clinicians is essential to providing exceptional care. We're looking for a BCBA who values clinical excellence, enjoys mentoring others, and wants to contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace where their voice and expertise are valued.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
  • Provide direct ABA services and clinical oversight across assigned caseloads
  • Supervise, mentor, and empower Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and other support staff
  • Monitor client progress through data collection, analysis, and ongoing treatment plan modifications
  • Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, individualized care
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with BACB ethical and professional standards
  • Participate in team meetings, staff development, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
  • Contribute to a supportive, collaborative team culture

Requirements

Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing

Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA) credential through the Ohio Board of Psychology, or eligibility to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Experience conducting FBAs and developing individualized ABA treatment programs for children and adolescents with autism

  • Previous experience supervising RBTs or behavior technicians preferred
  • Strong knowledge of BACB ethical guidelines and clinical best practices
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with families and interdisciplinary care teams
  • Genuine investment in organizational culture, professional growth, and assent based care
  • Ability to work in person at our Dayton, Ohio clinic

About Us

Gem City Behavioral Health is an independently owned behavioral health provider committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care to autistic children and adolescents in the Dayton community.

We believe exceptional care begins with a healthy organizational culture. Our clinic prioritizes manageable caseloads, clinical autonomy, professional collaboration, and meaningful support for our RBTs and families.

As an independently owned organization, our clinicians have a voice in shaping the services we provide. We value thoughtful clinical decision making, welcome new ideas, and encourage our team members to grow as both clinicians and leaders. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel respected, empowered, and genuinely enjoy being part of the team.

We look forward to welcoming a BCBA who shares our commitment to clinical excellence, meaningful relationships, and a strong team culture!

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Supervision

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Ohio, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (25 salary observations; 65 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,552 salary observations; 5,394 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, 74% are remote, 30% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$65k–$100kApplied Behavior Analysis median $92k (middle half $87k–$99k)224 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Ohio vs national$87k median in Ohio$92k nationally (−6%)25 state / 1,552 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$89k in purchasing powerOhio index 92.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Ohio39 active2,632 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 74% remote · 30% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 45% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment2,920 active listings, Oct 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend−3.6% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,587 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Gem City Behavioral Health logo

About Gem City Behavioral Health

Mental Health Care
Dayton, OH
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off
Manageable caseloads
Clinical autonomy
Professional collaboration
Support for RBTs and families

Living in Dayton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$147k≈ 2.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,241/mo≈ 23% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

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