Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Virginia
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Starting at $75 /hr
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Job Description
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Starting at $75/hour | Full-Time & Part-Time | Flexible Schedule | Chesterfield, VA
Learning Ladders ABA is seeking a highly reliable, experienced BCBA who takes ownership of their clinical work and is committed to delivering consistent, high-quality care. This role is best suited for clinicians who value autonomy, maintain strong professional standards, and follow through without the need for constant oversight.
If you’re looking for a flexible opportunity where your clinical judgment is trusted and your work directly impacts families, we encourage you to apply.
Location: Chesterfield, VA (In-home and/or school-based services)
What You’ll Do
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, data-driven Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Provide consistent supervision, mentorship, and performance feedback to BT's/RBT's
- Analyze client data regularly and make timely, appropriate clinical adjustments
- Deliver structured parent training with clear guidance and measurable goals
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with clinical and compliance standards
- Manage your caseload independently while ensuring all clients receive consistent, high-quality care
What We’re Looking For
- Active BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB (required)
- Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field
- Minimum of 2–3 years of hands-on ABA experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities
- Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and meet deadlines without reminders
- Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and data analysis skills
- Professional, proactive communication style with both families and team members
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
- Data entry skills; (Required, all session notes will be entered via Rethink app.
Who You Are
- Dependable and consistent—clients and team members can rely on you
- Organized and accountable—you manage your time and responsibilities effectively
- Clinically confident—you make informed decisions and adjust plans as needed
- Responsive and communicative—you don’t let things fall through the cracks
Why Join Learning Ladders ABA?
- Competitive compensation: starting at $75/hour
- Flexible scheduling with manageable caseload expectations
- Supportive leadership that respects your expertise and autonomy
- Streamlined systems that minimize administrative burden
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
Room for Growth
This role is a starting point, not a ceiling. Learning Ladders ABA is growing, and we want our BCBAs to grow with us
- Opportunities to advance into senior clinical, supervisory, and leadership roles
- Pay increases tied to performance and growth in your role
- Mentorship and support from experienced clinical leadership
Apply Today
Join a team where your expertise is respected, your reliability is valued, and your work makes a measurable difference in the lives of children and families.
- Job Type: Full-time and part-time positions available
- Benefits: Flexible schedule
Key Responsibilities
Conduct assessments, develop individualized data-driven behavior intervention plans, and monitor client data to make timely clinical adjustments. Supervise and mentor behavior technicians, train parents, maintain compliant documentation, and independently manage a consistent caseload.
Requirements
Requires active BCBA certification in good standing, a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field, and 2–3 years of hands-on ABA experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities. Candidates should be able to manage cases independently, meet deadlines, analyze data, communicate proactively, and enter session notes in the Rethink app; English-Spanish bilingual ability is a plus.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Virginia, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$96k (50 salary observations; 191 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,401 salary observations; 5,238 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, 30% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $156k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $88k (middle half $57k–$88k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Virginia vs national | $96k median in Virginia | $92k nationally (+4%)50 state / 1,401 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$154k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Virginia | 103 active | 2,645 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 64% remote · 30% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia healthcare professional listings: 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment162 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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