Sr. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) / Program Mgr - Early Childhood Ed Program

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Job Location: Sylvan Hills - Atlanta, GA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA - Program Manager (Day Hours - No Nights or Weekends) SUMMARY: Easterseals North Georgia is seeking a strong, clinically grounded Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support the expansion and ongoing development of an inclusion-focused ABA program at our Sylvan Hills center.

This is a unique opportunity to support the continued development and refinement of an ABA model, where services are delivered primarily within early childhood classrooms (ages 2–5), with clinic space used as needed to support individualized skill development.

The BCBA will play a critical role in supporting the launch and long-term success of the program through: establishing clinical and operational systems supporting a team of RBTs collaborating closely with teachers and Early Education staff ensuring high-quality, developmentally appropriate programming for young learners This role is ideal for a BCBA who is: experienced in classroom and/or clinic-based services comfortable working in dynamic, collaborative, team-based environments excited to help build a program that prioritizes inclusion, consistency, and collaboration interested in or experienced with mentoring and supporting other clinical staff This role will serve as the lead clinical presence, responsible for supporting the launch, stabilization and ongoing development of the program.

This is a foundational role with the opportunity to grow alongside the program as the program expand.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to): Provide clinical oversight for a team of RBTs delivering services in both classroom and clinic settings Design and implement individualized treatment plans grounded in developmental milestones and evidence-based practices Conduct assessments, analyze data, and adjust programming to support skill acquisition and behavior reduction Ability to support children during moments of dysregulation using safe, developmentally appropriate strategies Support and train RBTs using Behavior Skills Training (BST) and ongoing supervision Collaborate closely with teachers, center leadership, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure alignment and integration of services Provide caregiver coaching and support to promote generalization across environments Help establish and maintain clinical and operational systems for the Sylvan Hills program Ensure services are delivered in alignment with ethical guidelines and organizational standards Support the supervision and development of BCBAs and clinical staff as the program expands Contribute to program evaluation, outcome tracking, and grant reporting efforts aligned with organizational and funder requirements OTHER DUTIES: Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the department.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and education Consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule (typically 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; no evenings or weekends) Manageable caseloads aligned with early intervention model Access to CEU training library Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Generous paid time off package (up to 6 weeks annually, inclusive of holidays and organizational closures) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The ability to stand and sit for sustained periods of time The ability to move throughout classroom and clinic environments regularly The ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and move in varied positions as needed The ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 25 pounds occasionally The ability to use hands and fingers for typing, writing, and data entry tasks The ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and staff in dynamic environments The ability to work in a noisy, active classroom setting ABOUT US: Easterseals North Georgia is dedicated to strengthening children and families at the most critical times in a child's development.

All children are born with unlimited potential, and we are committed to fostering that potential through high-quality, collaborative, and compassionate care.

We champion children by fueling every child’s capacity for success and ensuring all children have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities.

Our ideal candidate is: Passionate about early intervention and helping children reach their full potential Committed to delivering high-quality, ethical ABA services Skilled in collaboration with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary teams Experience working with children and families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, with a commitment to culturally responsive care Comfortable working in both structured and dynamic, fast-paced environments Motivated to help build and grow a meaningful, sustainable program This is an opportunity to help expand and refine and inclusion-focused ABA program-shaping a model that prioritizes meaning meaningful outcomes for children and families.: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification Active Georgia LBA or proof of submitted application prior to start date required REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 3–5+ years of BCBA experience Strong experience working with early learners (ages 2–5) Experience in clinic or classroom-based settings Experience designing treatment goals based on child development and developmental milestones Expertise in the implementation and oversight of comprehensive and focused ABA programming Experience supervising and training behavior technicians Experience providing services in naturalistic and/or classroom-based environments Ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary, classroom-based settings PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: CentralReach experience Experience working within early childhood education or Head Start settings Strong team-building skills and experience using BST to develop staff Certified in crisis prevention/intervention approaches (e. g.

MCPP, CPI QBS or similar) Familiarity with safety protocols in early childhood or school-based settings Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire) *Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will provide clinical oversight for a team of RBTs and design individualized treatment plans for children in classroom and clinic settings. They will also collaborate with teachers and center leadership to ensure high-quality, developmentally appropriate programming and support staff development.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in psychology, education, or a related field and possess an active BCBA certification. At least 3-5 years of experience in ABA programming, specifically with early learners, is required.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical supervisionTreatment planningData analysisInterdisciplinary collaborationProgram managementInclusion-focused servicesStaff mentoringCrisis intervention

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Sr. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) / Program Mgr - Early Childhood Ed Program at Easter Seals North Georgia a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,587 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Georgia, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (74 salary observations; 221 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 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 30% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in applied behavior analysisranked against 2,587 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedApplied Behavior Analysis median $95k (middle half $85k–$104k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Georgia vs national$99k median in Georgia$92k nationally (+7%)74 state / 1,552 national salary observations
Cost of livingGeorgia index 96.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Georgia101 active2,611 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 62% remote · 30% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedGeorgia healthcare professional listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 10% offer loan repayment102 active listings, Oct 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend−3.6% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,587 Applied Behavior Analysis listings), 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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  • No weekends
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About Easter Seals North Georgia

Non-profit Organizations
Clarkston, Georgia
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(k) with employer match
Generous PTO (up to 6 weeks)
CEU training library

Living in Atlanta

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$375k
Typical market rent
$1,942/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.