Board Certified Behavior Analyst

BCBA Above average in Applied Behavior AnalysisNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$95k

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Full-Time
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 2h ago · Verified live

Job Description

CABA (The Center for Applied Behavior Analysis) isn’t run by investors or people who’ve never done the work. It’s led by Dr. Rachel Taylor, a nationally recognized leader in ABA known for her radical candor, loyalty to her team, and relentless push for ethical, client-centered care.

We serve clients across the lifespan with a strong focus on older children, teens, and adults navigating complex needs like autism, bipolar disorder, and co-occurring mental health diagnoses.

At CABA, you're not flying solo. You’ll have access to the BOSS® program (Behavioral Operational Support Specialists), providing real-time, executive-level clinical support for troubleshooting tough cases, collaborating on decisions, and helping you stay focused on what you do best. Caseloads are capped and built intentionally, not dumped.

Why BCBAs Choose CABA

You’ve invested significant time, money, and energy into becoming a BCBA®. We’ve built a role that respects that investment with clear boundaries, reliable support, and real opportunities to grow.

  • Base salary: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00, depending on experience
  • Quarterly bonus structure for billing above 110 hours/month and above 120 hours/month -up to $2,000
  • Professional Development Funds to maintain BACB certification

Assigned a caseload of clinical hours (which may include appointments in the late afternoons, evenings, and possibly weekends as required).

While there may be occasional opportunities for remote or hybrid work, the majority of this role will be in person to best meet client needs.

Full benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and life
  • 401(k)
  • 12 days PTO, sick time, paid holidays
  • Company laptop, cell phone stipend, mileage reimbursement (where applicable)
  • Dedicated admin and billing support
  • Weekly 1:1 case reviews, mentorship, and access to a research lab
  • Leadership development and clear promotion pathways
  • Research and publication opportunities
  • A clinical leadership team that tells the truth, values your time, and actually listens
  • What You’ll Focus On

Provide clinical oversight for 8-12 clients on average, with time built in for treatment integrity, data review, and supervision

Support RBTs® directly in-session, with a focus on skill-building, feedback, and collaboration

Conduct assessments, guide programming, and make data-driven decisions without sacrificing clinical standards for speed

  • Lead caregiver training and coordinate with schools, physicians, and other providers as needed
  • Participate in peer reviews, mentorship opportunities, and, if desired, clinical research projects
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Active BCBA® certification
  • Completion of the 8-hour supervision training
  • 3+ years experience working with autism or related developmental diagnoses
  • Comfort with adult clients and individuals with complex behavioral needs
  • Experience with severe behaviors preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Able to pass a background check
  • Three professional and two personal references

If you’re clinically grounded, collaborative, and looking for a role that values both your expertise and your boundaries. We’d love to hear from you!

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

CABA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and valued. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Key Responsibilities

Provide clinical oversight for a caseload of 8-12 clients, including data review, treatment integrity, and direct supervision of RBTs. Lead caregiver training and coordinate care with schools, physicians, and other providers.

Requirements

Requires an active BCBA certification, completion of the 8-hour supervision training, and 3+ years of experience with autism or developmental diagnoses. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and the ability to pass a background check.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

AssessmentBehavioral interventionCase management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Center for Applied Behavior Analysis a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,004 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Center for Applied Behavior Analysis ranks #11 of 16 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In California, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (198 salary observations; 205 listings), vs ~$91k nationally (896 salary observations; 1,214 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, 74% are remote, 24% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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6.3/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis

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  • No call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Oakland

  • Typical 3-bed home value $853k
  • Typical rent $2,735/mo
  • Residents' average commute 30 min
  • State income tax up to 13.3%
Sources & calculation

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About Center for Applied Behavior Analysis

Individual and Family Services
Los Angeles, CA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
401(k)
12 days PTO
Sick Time
Paid Holidays