Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - 10K Sign On
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Job Description
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Field (In-Home Services) - Houston, TX
- $10,000 Sign On
- Join Butterfly Effects for Impactful ABA Careers in Autism Therapy
We are looking for passionate a BCBA to help us fulfill our mission to make a socially meaningful change in the lives of children and families. We want you to enjoy coming to work, so we dedicate and commit ourselves to making our teams feel valued, respected, and heard.
This isn't just another place to work; it's a welcoming environment with a leadership team that champions every individual to achieve their potential.
What Would You Be Doing?
You will be integral to ensuring the highest possible treatment outcomes for families affected by ASD. As a member of the Butterfly Effects Interdisciplinary Team, the BCBA designs and manages individualized behavior programming including:
- Supervising direct 1:1 treatment service, developing individualized goals/objectives
- Conducting behavior assessments
- Individualizing client treatment plans
- Managing RBTs/ BTs
- Conducting monthly caregiver training
Why Work at Butterfly Effects?
Customized compensation packages based on the needs of the applicant
Benefit Packages, Including
- Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
- Life Insurance and Supplemental Insurance programs
- PTO and Holidays
- 401K
- CEUs and professional development opportunities
- ABA Conference Assistance for full-time BCBAs (company pays registration, travel, and shared hotel)
- Mentorship with an experienced BCBA for newly certified BCBAs to help you develop your skill set
Company Issued Laptop
- Participation in work groups, research projects, and activities to expand the company culture and spread community awareness
- Supportive work setting designed to develop staff in a positive employee culture
- Flexible schedule for Field BCBAs
- What do you bring to the role?
- Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field.
- BCBA Certification - Must hold a current certification by the BACB.
- BCBAs that require additional experience will be enrolled in our BCBA mentorship program.
Who Are We?
Since 2005, Butterfly Effects has served over 15,000 families through individualized ABA therapy. Our butterfly logo symbolizes love, rebirth, and metamorphosis - mirroring our commitment to helping children and families thrive.
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 nonprofits dedicated to expanding access to ABA regardless of socio-economic status.
At Butterfly Effects, you will find more than a job - you will find a mission. Visit butterflyeffects.com to learn more and apply.
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 designs and manages individualized behavior programming and supervises direct 1:1 treatment services for families affected by ASD. They are also responsible for conducting behavior assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing monthly caregiver training.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field. A current BCBA certification by the BACB is required for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - 10K Sign On at Butterfly Effects a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,515 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Texas, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (185 salary observations; 807 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (1,699 salary observations; 7,265 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 28% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in applied behavior analysis | ranked against 2,515 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Applied Behavior Analysis median $90k (middle half $89k–$95k)21 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $94k median in Texas | $93k nationally (+2%)185 state / 1,699 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Texas | 251 active | 2,565 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 56% remote · 28% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on | Texas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 71% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 49% offer loan repayment275 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Applied Behavior Analysis listings | 1,262 in the last 30 days | 577 the 30 days before (+119%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +1.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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