BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) - Spokane, WA
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$85-$100/hr
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Job Description
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
$85–$100/hour | Flexible Schedule | Longview, WA
Empower Behavior Solutions (EBS) is seeking a reliable, experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our growing Washington team. This position is focused on taking on an active caseload and providing consistent, high-quality clinical care to clients and families.
We’re looking for clinicians who value autonomy, communicate proactively, stay organized, and take ownership of their caseload. If you’re looking for a flexible opportunity where your clinical expertise is trusted and your work directly impacts families, we encourage you to apply.
Location: Longview, WA
Services are primarily in-home and/or school-based, with remote flexibility available depending on client and case needs.
- What You’ll Do
- Take on and independently manage an active ABA caseload
- Develop and maintain individualized, data-driven treatment plans and behavior intervention plans
- Provide ongoing supervision, mentorship, and performance feedback to CBTs/RBTs
- Regularly review client data and make timely clinical adjustments
- Provide parent/caregiver training and support
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Communicate proactively with families, direct staff, and the clinical team
- Ensure services are delivered consistently and in accordance with clinical and compliance standards
- Manage your caseload, deadlines, and clinical responsibilities independently
- What We’re Looking For
- Active BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB (required)
- Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field
- Experience providing ABA services to children with autism or developmental disabilities
- Strong clinical judgment and data analysis skills
- Ability to independently manage a caseload and meet deadlines
- Reliable, professional, and proactive communication
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Comfortable working collaboratively with families and direct-care staff
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
- Comfortable using electronic documentation systems, including the Rethink app
Who You Are
- Dependable and consistent — your clients and team can count on you
- Organized and accountable — you manage your caseload and deadlines effectively
- Clinically confident — you use data and clinical judgment to guide your decisions
- Responsive and communicative — you keep families and team members informed
- Independent — you take ownership of your work without needing constant oversight
Why Join Empower Behavior Solutions?
- $85–$100/hour, based on experience and position structure
- Choose between 1099 contract or W-2 employment, depending on your preference and eligibility
- Flexible scheduling
- Active caseload opportunities
- Clinical autonomy and supportive leadership
- Streamlined systems designed to minimize unnecessary administrative burden
- Opportunity to grow with a developing Washington ABA program
Important Note
This position is currently for taking on active caseloads only. Intake-only opportunities are not currently available.
Join a team where your clinical expertise is respected, your independence is valued, and your work makes a measurable difference for children and families.
- Job Type: W-2 or 1099 Contract
- Pay: $85–$100/hour
- Benefits: Flexible schedule
Key Responsibilities
The BCBA will independently manage an active ABA caseload, developing data-driven treatment plans and providing clinical supervision to staff. They are responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and providing ongoing support and training to families and caregivers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active BCBA certification and a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field. Experience providing ABA services to children with autism or developmental disabilities is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
OOS Management holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 88 active listings.
In Washington, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$119k (13 salary observations; 34 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,561 salary observations; 5,857 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $177k–$208k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $170k (middle half $156k–$187k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Washington vs national | $119k median in Washington | $92k nationally (+29%)13 state / 1,561 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$180k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Washington | 19 active | 2,439 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 57% remote · 43% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 49% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 21% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Applied Behavior Analysis listings | 1,186 in the last 30 days | 574 the 30 days before (+107%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +3.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| OOS Management | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index88 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$192k midpoint, that is roughly $8k–$13k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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