School-based Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA

BCBAContract

Listed compensation

$75-$79/hr

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Contract · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in the Souderton Area School District working in partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) for the 2026-2027 school year.

$5,000 - Sign on bonus:

Eligible to BCBAs in ACS that are *hired for a minimum of 25 billable hours.

Bonus of $2,500: 1st installment is after the first 25 billable hours. Second installment of $2,500 issued 90 days after hire of continued 25 billable hours.

Pay- $75-$79 per hour based on years of BCBA experience after BCBA certification (independent contractor / 1099).

Primary Responsibilities

  • Conduct functional behavioral assessments and write reports summarizing results.
  • Develop positive behavioral supports utilizing evidence-based interventions.
  • Assess a students instructional needs and develop appropriate programming.
  • Provide ongoing monitoring of student data and make programming adjustments as needed.
  • Develop tools and work with staff to collect progress-monitoring data on behavioral goals.
  • Train staff on positive behavior support plans and instructional programs and monitor fidelity.

Skills

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Extensive skills in behavioral assessment and positive behavior support plan development.
  • Extensive knowledge of data analysis.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team atmosphere.

Experience working with students with autism, emotional/behavioral disorders, and/or intellectual disabilities.

Qualifications

  • Masters Degree in applied behavior analysis (ABA) or a related program
  • BCBA certification
  • Working experience after BCBA certification

Credentials

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Current Certificate
  • Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcripts
  • Professional Liability Insurance
  • (Clearances current within 12 months)
  • PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
  • PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
  • PA Department of Education FBI Use code: 1KG6XN
  • TB screening - current within 3 months

*Bonus will be issued if the new hire commits to 25 billable hours, if that is not achieved in 90 days, the second installment will not be provided.

*The school-based Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA is an independent contract (1099) position. No benefits are associated with this role.

About Ccres

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services is an organization of dedicated and highly-trained staff members who provide quality services to schools, children, adults, and families. We work in partnership with the Advanced Clinical Services (ACS) program of the CCIU to provide the highest quality behavioral health school district services to individuals with special needs.

Mission Statement

Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.

Apply Today for Immediate Consideration!

For a complete listing of available positions with CCRES please click here: https://apply.workable.com/ccres/?lng=en

CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

(Posted, 9/24/26, MA)

Key Responsibilities

Conduct functional behavioral assessments and develop positive behavioral support plans using evidence-based interventions. Monitor student data, adjust programming as needed, and train staff on implementation fidelity.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Report writingInstructional programmingStaff trainingCollaborationAutism spectrum disorder supportEmotional disorders supportBehavioral disorders supportIntellectual disabilities support

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Pennsylvania, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (51 salary observations; 192 listings), vs ~$91k nationally (1,118 salary observations; 4,333 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, 72% are remote, 14% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $164k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
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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

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site

Living in Souderton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$433k
Typical market rent
$1,863/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About CCRES, Educational & Behavioral Health Services

Staffing and Recruiting
Downingtown, Pennsylvania
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$5,000 Sign on bonus
Independent contractor / 1099 position