Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Listed compensation
$95-$100/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
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Job Description
About the Role
Illuminating Steps LLC is looking for a passionate and dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our growing team in Roosevelt, NY. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families by delivering high-quality ABA services in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- School-based
- Conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments, including FBAs and skills assessments, for clients
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized ABA treatment plans and behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
- Provide direct supervision and training to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and paraprofessionals
- Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to drive clinical decision-making
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistency of care
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with funding and regulatory requirements
- Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and ongoing professional development activities
Requirements
- Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing
- Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
- Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities for 2+ years
- Proficiency in conducting FBAs, VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, or similar assessments
- Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills for supervising RBTs and staff
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for parent and team collaboration
- School-based, initially starting with 2 days per week, with potential increase
About Us
Illuminating Steps LLC is a dedicated behavioral health organization based in Roosevelt, NY, committed to empowering individuals with autism and developmental disabilities to reach their fullest potential. Our clients trust us for our compassionate, evidence-based approach to care, and our team members thrive in a culture that values professional growth, collaboration, and making a real difference every day.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In New York, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$100k (52 salary observations; 173 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,552 salary observations; 5,394 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% are remote, 18% have no call, 88% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $198k–$208k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $109k (middle half $84k–$177k)113 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| New York vs national | $100k median in New York | $92k nationally (+8%)52 state / 1,552 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$188k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in New York | 68 active | 2,602 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 73% remote · 18% no call · 88% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus · 2% offer loan repayment103 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | −3.6% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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Benefits & Perks
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About Illuminating Steps
Living in Roosevelt
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $650k
- Median resident rent
- $2,565/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 38 min
- State income tax
- Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.