Pays $75k-$90k$6k below the Behavior Analyst market median of ~$96k (19 jobs)

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MedCare Pediatric
Pearland, Texas

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Low Caseload ABA

BCBAFull-Time
Posted 2h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Low caseload (6 clients) BCBA. Clinic-based, flexible scheduling. $75K-$90K. Pearland, TX.

Join MedCare Pediatric as a BCBA – Low Caseload (6 Clients), Work-Life Balance in Pearland, Texas, United States.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $75K - $90K
  • Low Caseload – Only 6 Clients
  • Performance Bonus Opportunities
  • Excellent Work-Life Balance
  • One-on-One Client Care
  • Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Team Environment
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join MedCare Pediatric as a BCBA – Low Caseload (6 Clients), Work-Life Balance.

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will conduct functional behavior assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide clinical supervision to RBTs and behavior technicians. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and provide education to families.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess a current Texas Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) and BCBA certification. Two years of experience is preferred along with strong leadership and clinical skills.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Functional behavior assessmentsBehavior intervention plansClinical supervisionMentorshipData-driven decision-makingParent educationCaregiver educationInterdisciplinary collaborationABA therapyClinical leadershipCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsEvidence-based practice

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Texas, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$100k (354 salary observations; 409 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (2,607 salary observations; 3,461 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 16% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$83k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 1.5/10 on work-life balance for Behavior Analyst roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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About MedCare Pediatric

Hospitals and Health Care
Stafford, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Low Caseload – Only 6 Clients
Performance Bonus Opportunities
Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities
Flexible Scheduling
Excellent Work-Life Balance
One-on-One Client Care
Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Team Environment
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance