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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$115k

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Job Description

Role: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, clinical Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join an established behavioral health organization in Dallas, TX. This position is responsible for conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs), designing individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment plans, supervising Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and collaborating closely with families to support children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and developmental delays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Functional Assessments & Treatment Planning: Conduct comprehensive Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and initial evaluations; construct evidence-based ABA intervention programs and skill acquisition plans.
  • Clinical Supervision & Team Mentorship: Oversee, train, and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and behavior therapists; ensure high-fidelity implementation of treatment protocols.
  • Caregiver Training & Family Collaboration: Facilitate ongoing parent/caregiver education, training, and consultation to generalize target skills across home and community settings.
  • Progress Monitoring & Data Analysis: Continuously analyze data-driven treatment progress, make clinical protocol adjustments, and complete timely re-authorizations for insurance funding.
  • Regulatory Compliance & EMR: Maintain accurate, compliant clinical documentation in Electronic Health Record (EHR) and practice management software adhering to BACB ethics and HIPAA regulations.

Required Skills

  • Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Interventions
  • Individualized Treatment Plan Design & Skill Acquisition Program Development
  • RBT / Behavior Therapist Supervision & Protocol Fidelity Management
  • Parent & Caregiver Training, Support & Behavioral Coaching
  • Clinical Data Collection, Visual Analysis & Program Modification
  • Insurance Re-authorization & Clinical Report Writing
  • Practice Management Software & Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Certifications & Licenses

  • Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the BACB
  • Active Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in the State of Texas (or eligible to obtain)
  • Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
  • Active CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, or related field required.
  • Licensure: Active BCBA certification and Texas LBA in good standing.
  • Experience: 1–3+ years of clinical experience conducting assessments and leading ABA programs for pediatric/adolescent populations.
  • Attributes: Strong leadership, excellent communication, organizational skills, and a commitment to family-centered care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in ABA, Psychology, or a related field and possess active BCBA certification and Texas LBA licensure. A minimum of 1-3 years of clinical experience in pediatric or adolescent ABA programs is required.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Texas, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (103 salary observations; 265 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (932 salary observations; 2,578 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, 82% are remote, 20% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$98k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $100k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$98k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Behavior Analyst Jobs

47 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution47 jobs · 18 employers

16
<$105k
11
$105k-115k
15
$115k-125k
4
$125k-135k
1
$145k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks45 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
96%
Sign-on bonus
93%
CME allowance
93%
Loan repayment
36%
Relocation assistance
36%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.4this job 1.5
Below most Applied Behavior Analysis listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,558 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Dallas

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$286k≈ 3.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,591/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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