Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$95k

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Job Description

About Children’s Specialized ABA

Children’s Specialized ABA is part of the Children’s Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence. We serve children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by combining clinical innovation, whole-child care, and personalized therapy.

At Children’s Specialized ABA, we envision a future where every child diagnosed with autism has access to innovative and compassionate care, empowering them to thrive and reach their full potential. Our vision is built on four core values:

Inclusivity: We celebrate the diversity within the Autism spectrum and are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and values each person’s individual strengths and differences

Innovation: We foster a culture of creativity and collaboration, exploring new ideas to develop personalized solutions that enhance quality of life for all children with Autism

Connection: We actively engage with the health systems and broader community to coordinate services and care for people with Autism

Quality and Safety: We invest in research and training to provide cutting-edge, effective, safe, and personalized services tailored to the unique needs of those we serve

Join Us as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in our Brand New Center in Clark, NJ!

We’re looking for a passionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who’s ready to make a difference. You’ll use evidence-based ABA practices to support children and families—and we’ll support you right back.

Enjoy fully paid medical insurance (yep, no cost to you for employee-only coverage), $700 device stipend, and a low billable hour requirement of just 25/week. You’ll have the chance to boost your earnings with an additional $80–$90/hour bonus for any hours billed beyond your weekly goal.

We trust you to manage your time—work in-center when needed, and as long as your RBTs are supported and your hours are billed, your schedule is yours to own.

What You'll Do

Conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments and reassessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and skills assessments, to identify target behaviors.

  • Develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) based on assessment outcomes.
  • Design, implement, and modify treatment programs grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.
  • Train and supervise Behavior Technicians (BTs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and other team members on intervention strategies.
  • Monitor client progress toward treatment goals and adjust plans as needed to improve outcomes.
  • Ensure consistent, accurate data collection for all target behaviors and treatment objectives.
  • Analyze treatment data regularly to guide clinical decision-making and ensure effectiveness.

Provide ongoing training and support to families, caregivers, and relevant stakeholders in behavioral strategies.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, educators, and therapists, to support holistic care.

Communicate regularly with families to share updates, address behavioral challenges, and offer actionable recommendations.

What You'll Need

  • Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field
  • Current certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Completion of BCBA supervision training
  • Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in the state of New Jersey

Why Work With Children’s Specialized ABA?

We’re an amazing ABA provider! We take a whole-child, whole-caregiver approach. Our integrated model combines ABA therapy with speech, occupational therapy, and behavioral health support. You’ll be part of a deeply collaborative, mission-driven team.

Here’s What You Can Expect

Be part of a Children's Specialized BCBA community, with access to regular clinical office hours for collaboration, mentorship, and ongoing growth.

Manageable caseloads that support quality care and work-life balance

Flexible schedule for a true work/life balance in a Center-based BCBA role! This full-time role is 25 hours per week to schedule in our Center however you choose within a 9am-5pm time frame.

Access to clinical support and resources! We have an incredible Training and Development team that provides initial and ongoing support to RBTs and BCBA.

Our QA team provides support on medical necessity, report writing, and ensuring our kiddos are making progress.

  • Comprehensive benefits including dental, vision, short-term disability, critical illness coverage, and more
  • A strong focus on compassionate, client-centered care
  • Up to 19 paid days off in your first year (including PTO, sick time, and holidays)
  • Company-paid life insurance policy
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Free CEUs and quarterly CEU reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, memberships, and more (theme parks, movie tickets, cruises, sports events, spas, etc.)

Compensation

  • Base salary range: $85,000-$95,000
  • Total compensation potential (including bonus): $116,600

Reasonable Pay Estimate

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $85,000-$95,000 per year. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and experience equity.

Children’s Specialized ABA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct behavioral and skills assessments, develop individualized behavior intervention plans, and design, implement, and adjust ABA treatment programs. Supervise and train technicians, monitor and analyze client data, support families, and collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams.

Requirements

A master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field and current BCBA certification are required. Candidates must also have completed BCBA supervision training and hold a New Jersey Licensed Behavior Analyst license.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavioral AssessmentFunctional Behavior AssessmentSkills AssessmentBehavior Intervention PlanningTreatment Program DesignBehavior Technician TrainingRBT SupervisionProgress MonitoringData AnalysisFamily TrainingCaregiver SupportInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Children's Specialized ABA ranks #1 of 11 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 44 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 32% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$85k–$95kApplied Behavior Analysis median $98k (middle half $90k–$98k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$83k in purchasing powerNew Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in New Jersey138 active2,510 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 64% remote · 32% no call · 82% no weekends44 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew Jersey healthcare professional listings: 28% state a sign-on bonus · 6% offer loan repayment156 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,150 in the last 30 days702 the 30 days before (+64%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+5.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Children's Specialized ABA#1 of 11 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 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 4.2this job 2.8
Better work-life than 30% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,499 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Children's Specialized ABA

Individual and Family Services
Jackson, New Jersey
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Fully paid medical insurance
$700 device stipend
Low billable hour requirement (25/week)
Bonus for hours over 25/week ($80-$90/hour)
Flexible schedule
Dental, vision, short-term disability, critical illness coverage
Up to 19 paid days off in first year
Company-paid life insurance

Living in Clark

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$698k≈ 8.2× annual pay
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026).

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