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Surpass Behavioral Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), School Services

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

Starting at $80K

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Job Description

Feeling overwhelmed by your caseload or finding it hard to maintain a healthy work-life balance? At Surpass Behavioral Health, we’re here to support you every step of the way, so you can focus on what truly matters: delivering exceptional care and making a lasting difference in the lives of those you serve.

As a BCBA with our school services team in the Methacton School District, you’ll have the opportunity to create meaningful change for individuals and families through research-based interventions and compassionate care. Say goodbye to the burden of admin tasks—we take care of credentialing, authorization requests, insurance denials, RBT scheduling, and so much more. This way, you can dedicate your time and energy to what you do best—helping others thrive.

At Surpass, We Believe

  • All lives can be improved through the power of ABA
  • Every individual has the potential to develop life-changing skills
  • Support and innovation create opportunities for lasting change

Join a mission-driven team that values collaboration, professional growth, and empowering brighter futures—one client at a time.

Why Choose Surpass Behavioral Health?

  • Compensation: Starting at $80,000 annually based on experience and qualifications
  • Tenure: Industry leading BCBA tenure averaging over 5 years company wide
  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 25 days of paid holidays and personal days off in your first year.
  • Exceptional Career Longevity: Our BCBAs enjoy a tenure that’s twice the national average—a testament to our supportive culture, collaborative teams, and commitment to your growth.
  • DailyPay: Access your earnings any time before payday to better manage your finances.
  • Future-Focused Benefits: We match contributions to your 401(k), helping you build long-term financial stability.
  • Comprehensive Wellness Support: Our 360 You™ benefits program covers healthcare, mental well-being, and more.

Professional Growth: Get an annual CEU stipend, certification renewal reimbursement, and a range of training opportunities.

Higher Education Assistance: Save up to 90% on degrees, certifications, and test prep—for both you and eligible family members.

Performance Incentives: Bi-weekly bonuses and an employee referral program designed to reward your hard work.

Work-Life Balance You Deserve

Manageable Caseloads: Provide top-notch clinical services without compromising quality.

School Schedule: This position will follow along the school schedule following the school calendar including class sessions and holiday breaks.

Collaborative Environment: Surround yourself with a supportive team of professionals who share your values and passion.

Strong Team Culture: Join a supportive team with RBT tenure exceeding the national average, ensuring reliable, consistent care for your clients and a collaborative work environment you can count on.

Who We’re Looking For

Credentials

Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or a related field, plus a current BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB.

Experience

At least two years working with children on the autism spectrum in a clinical or multidisciplinary team setting (preferred).

Ethical Standards: Demonstrates integrity by following BACB ethical guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and organizational policies.

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Notice

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  • By submitting your application, you are confirming that you are legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Surpass Behavior Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Responsibilities

Provide research-based behavioral interventions and compassionate care to students within the Methacton School District. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support client development while adhering to ethical and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or a related field and a current BCBA certification. At least two years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Applied Behavior AnalysisClinical interventionAutism spectrum supportMultidisciplinary team collaborationHIPAA complianceCase managementBehavioral assessmentData collectionTreatment planningSchool-based services

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Pennsylvania, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (61 salary observations; 227 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,401 salary observations; 5,238 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, 58% are remote, 30% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedApplied Behavior Analysis median $88k (middle half $83k–$90k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Pennsylvania vs national$92k median in Pennsylvania$92k nationally (about the same)61 state / 1,401 national salary observations
Cost of livingPennsylvania index 97.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Pennsylvania141 active2,645 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 58% remote · 30% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusPennsylvania healthcare professional listings: 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment164 active listings, Oct 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

median 4.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 40% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,596 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Surpass Behavioral Health

Mental Health Care
Nashville, Tennessee
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to 25 days of paid holidays and personal days off in first year
401(k) match
360 You™ benefits program (healthcare, mental well-being)
Annual CEU stipend
Certification renewal reimbursement
Higher education assistance (up to 90% off degrees)
Bi-weekly bonuses
Employee referral program

Living in Philadelphia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$203k≈ 2.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,757/mo≈ 26% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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