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Hackensack, New Jersey

Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$95k-$110k

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Job Description

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA
  • ABA Centers of New Jersey
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • Salary: $95-110,000 (Full time)

*Final compensation determined by experience, training and education

Relocation Package Up to $10K

Why We’re the Best Place to Be a BCBA!

  • Dedication to Better Outcomes – Smaller caseloads combined with our established clinical infrastructure mean you can focus on delivering high-quality care and lasting impact for children and families
  • AI-Driven Efficiency – Streamline your workflow, reduce administrative tasks, and automate reporting, giving you more time to focus on your clients
  • Unlimited Career Growth – Enjoy long-term opportunities to advance your career without the pressure of private equity investors
  • Mentorship & Leadership Access – Collaborate with experienced BCBAs and leaders dedicated to your success and professional development
  • Special Interest Groups – Connect with peers to deepen your expertise in areas like assessment, severe behavior, and school collaboration
  • On-Demand Clinical Support – Access continuous training and resources through our ABA Academy of Excellence to stay at the top of your game
  • Investment in Talent – We hire top talent and invest in developing our RBT teams, ensuring the best care for our clients and stability for our BCBAs
  • Commitment to Improving Autism Care – We’re serious about innovation and change, as evidenced by having our own diagnostic teams and sponsorship of the Autism Research Laboratory at Temple University
  • Industry Recognition – Proudly named in Inc. Magazine’s “Best in Business” for Health Services, making a lasting impact on our field and society

Who We Are

We are a leading and rapidly growing provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for individuals with autism and their families.

Our mission is to deliver life changing outcomes for people with Autism, and their families, through rapid access to care - including diagnosis and individualized applied behavior analysis therapy. We achieve this mission by expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care while driving measurable results. We are guided by core values that define how we work every day, People First, The Joy Effect, Data-Driven Excellence, Disrupt with Purpose, Celebrate Uniqueness, and Resilient and Responsible, ensuring we prioritize those we serve, create meaningful connections, continuously improve outcomes, challenge the status quo, and hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards.

What You’ll Do

  • Design, implement, and monitor skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs
  • Oversee the implementation of behavior-analytic programs by RBTs and caregivers
  • Conduct assessments related to the need for behavioral intervention (e. g., preference assessment, functional assessment, staff performance assessment, etc.)
  • Be willing and able to supervise others seeking BCBA certification weekly
  • Other typical BCBA activities

Education/Experience and Other Requirements

  • Masters degree
  • Active BCBA certification, required
  • Initiate the state licensure process prior to the start date
  • Valid driver's license, reliable form of transportation, and proof of auto insurance
  • Ability to maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving record
  • 21 paid days off (15 PTO days increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and GAP Plan (TransAmerica)
  • Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
  • 100% employer-paid maternity/paternity leave for up to 5 weeks

EAP (unlimited counseling 24/7), BeyondMed (discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services), PerkSpot (discounts on top brands), Pet Insurance (Nationwide), and On the GoGa wellbeing hub

CEU Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Performance Bonuses

  • Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs
  • Growth Path

As a BCBA with our organization, you will have the opportunity to grow into multiple specialized career paths across the company. We are committed to supporting long-term professional development in areas such as Clinical Leadership, Operations, Quality Assurance (QA), Utilization Review (UR), Assessments, Training & Development, and Research. Whether your passion is direct clinical impact, leadership, process improvement, or innovation, we provide opportunities to expand your skills and build a meaningful career beyond traditional BCBA roles.

Recruiter ID

ABA Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ABA Centers participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you require assistance or accommodation, please let us know.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and monitor skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs, and oversee their implementation by registered behavior technicians and caregivers. Conduct behavioral and staff performance assessments, and provide weekly supervision to individuals pursuing BCBA certification.

Requirements

A master's degree and active BCBA certification are required, and candidates must begin the state licensure process before their start date. Applicants must also have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and the ability to pass background and drug screenings and maintain an acceptable driving record.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavioral AssessmentBehavior-Reduction ProgrammingSkill-Acquisition ProgrammingProgram ImplementationProgram MonitoringRBT SupervisionCaregiver TrainingClinical SupervisionData-Driven Care

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In New Jersey, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (88 salary observations; 221 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,926 salary observations; 5,371 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 28% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$95k–$110kApplied Behavior Analysis median $93k (middle half $90k–$108k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026
New Jersey vs national$94k median in New Jersey$92k nationally (+1%)88 state / 1,926 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$94k in purchasing powerNew Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in New Jersey130 active2,653 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 64% remote · 28% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+5.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 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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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
76% this job
Loan repayment
52%
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 1.5
Below most Applied Behavior Analysis listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,612 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About ICBD

Hospitals and Health Care
Nashua, New Hampshire
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

21 paid days off (15 PTO days increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D insurance
GAP Plan (TransAmerica)
401(k) with up to 6% employer match
100% employer-paid maternity/paternity leave up to 5 weeks

Living in Hackensack

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$611k≈ 6.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,723/mo≈ 34% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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