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Lighthouse Autism Center
Marion, Iowa · Hybrid

BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

BCBA Above average in Applied Behavior AnalysisNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$100k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · hybrid
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 27m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Description

Are you feeling like something is missing in your current BCBA position? At Lighthouse, you can say goodbye to the stress of administrative overload and hello to a role where you’re empowered to focus on making a difference in the lives of your learners.

What to Expect in the Role

Overseeing a caseload of learners by creating, monitoring, and continuously evaluating individualized treatment and behavior intervention goals/plans, making modifications as needed

Establishing and maintaining rapport with parent(s)/caregiver(s) for each learner on caseload and conducting monthly parent/caregiver trainings in the center, home, or community

Conducting initial and ongoing assessments for new learners as needed and completing corresponding insurance documents

Strategizing and communicating with other members of the clinical team for overall center management

Why join us? LAC believes in ongoing progression in the field of ABA and stays on top of the latest research and clinical techniques to ensure our BCBAs are continuously improving their skillsets.

We emphasize the importance of individualized, comprehensive treatment packages, and accomplish this through our collaborative approach. In addition to our BCBAs, our team consists of dually certified SLP-BCBAs, SLPs, and OTs that contribute to the success of our learners.

Our state-of-the-art centers allow for endless programming opportunities, from naturalistic teaching through play, to daily living skills, to transition-readiness skills!

  • What sets LAC apart from the rest?
  • Support for your hard-earned certification: Enjoy free CE opportunities, an annual CE stipend, and paid recertification + licensure fees
  • Extra rewards for doing what you love: Earn robust, monthly bonuses for completing your day-to-day tasks
  • Work-life flexibility: Take advantage of work-from-home days for added convenience
  • We’ve got you covered: Company-dedicated funds for learner reinforcers, center materials, and staff appreciation
  • Peace of mind: Comprehensive liability insurance so you can focus on making an impact
  • Flexibility when you need it: Flexible schedules allow for appointments, family events, and life’s unexpected moments
  • LAC is proud to offer benefits that support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:
  • Heath, vision, and dental coverage starting day 1 – HSA & FSA options available
  • Generous time off structure – 3 weeks accrued in your first year
  • 401K eligibility after 30 days of employment with up to 4% employer match
  • Short and long-term disability
  • 8 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program

Annual Performance Review + Salary Increase

Join a team that’s as dedicated to your success as you are to your learners. At Lighthouse Autism Center, we’ll support and provide the opportunities you need to grow while making a lasting impact on those we serve!

Requirements

  • Master’s Degree encompassing behavior analytic content
  • Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential
  • Must have state licensure or be eligible to obtain state licensure
  • Eligible to provide supervision of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT)

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA oversees a caseload of learners by creating and monitoring individualized treatment and behavior intervention plans. They also conduct assessments, provide parent training, and collaborate with the clinical team to manage center operations.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavior analysisTreatment planningClinical assessmentInsurance documentationClinical team collaborationDaily living skills trainingABA therapy

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) at Lighthouse Autism Center a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,348 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Lighthouse Autism Center holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 37 active listings.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 86% are remote, 18% have no call, 86% require no weekends — this position is remote.

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $103k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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6.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis

  • No weekends
  • Hybrid
  • Remote
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About Lighthouse Autism Center

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501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (Day 1)
HSA & FSA Options
3 Weeks PTO Accrued First Year
401K with up to 4% Employer Match
Short and Long-Term Disability
8 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program