BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst ($10,000 Sign On Bonus)
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$87k-$110k
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Job Description
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Turn Challenges into Breakthroughs — One Step at a Time
At Grafton, we are united by a shared purpose: helping individuals with complex
needs live their best lives. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA),
you’ll play a critical role in designing, implementing, and overseeing
evidence-based behavioral interventions that support individuals with autism,
intellectual and developmental disabilities, and other complex behavioral and
mental health needs.
Working alongside a collaborative, interdisciplinary team, you’ll use
data-driven practices to create meaningful, measurable impact through
consultative support, clinical problem-solving, and direct client services. This
unique role allows you to focus on your clinical expertise and the quality of
behavioral programming, as BCBAs are not responsible for supervising or managing
Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). You'll be supported in a culture that
values teamwork, well-being, professional growth, and ethical excellence.
Join us — and see the impact of your expertise change lives every day!
Be part of a team that leads with Heart & GRIT, the Grafton Way!
General Statement of the Job
Conducts functional behavior assessments and oversees treatment planning within
the context of a person-centered system of service delivery that values improved
life quality for clients receiving ABA services. Ensures that a functional
assessment of behavior is completed for each individual, based on his/her own
goals for improvement. Coordinates the work of the support team in developing
and utilizing treatment plans that target long-term goals and short-term
objectives based on the functional behavior assessment. Routinely evaluates
treatment plan progress for all assigned clients, and recommends modifications
to promote client success in attainment of replacement behavior skills. Reports
to the Clinical Administrator.
Essential Job Functions
Promotes a person-centered approach to treatment
* Works with a variety of team members and internal stakeholders, as well as
external supports to make meaningful change for clients and families
* Respects the personal goals of individuals served with ultimate goal of
improving quality of life for the individual served and his/her care
providers
* Identifies behaviors that block the person from achieving his/her desired
goals
* Develops programs that support client goals and build from the individual’s
strengths
* Provides family training for residential client cases
* Uses a positive intervention model that minimizes physical intervention
Assesses the function of behavior
* Ensures that a functional assessment is completed for each individual served,
in a timely manner
* Conducts assessment measures in a variety of settings, to include home and
community
Familiarizes oneself with and utilizes direct assessment tools to measure
behavior:
* May conduct a functional analysis of behavior
* Uses appropriate data methods when assessing behavior through direct
observation (ABC, time sampling, event recording)
* Utilizes assessment tools that best apply to specific client needs, such as:
* VB-MAPP
* ABLLS-R
* EFLS
* QABF
* Determines the contextual influences on behavior:
* physical environment
* staff relationships
* physical conditions
* Supports behavior goals for clients and coordinates with program clinicians
to provide a holistic approach to treatment
* May identify and write behavioral goals and objectives based on the function
of the behavior(s) targeted
* Make treatment recommendations according to assessment results and write a
clinical assessment summary as required for treatment authorization
Evaluates and documents client progress and program effectiveness:
* Creates data sheets and supervises the collection of progress data as it is
recommended within the treatment plan
* Makes adjustments to behavioral goals and objectives as needed
* Documents, summarizes and reports on progress data at least monthly
* Creates and updates treatment and discharge plans on a routine basis
* Attends and actively supports the positive facilitation of monthly treatment
plan review meetings with all treatment team members
* Prepares and submits monthly/quarterly treatment plan progress reports,
according to billing requirements
* On an individual client basis, provide initial and ongoing training to
Behavior Specialist staff assigned to deliver ABA treatment effectively and
consistently
* Treatment plan procedures
* ABA treatment session expectations
* Data collection and graphing techniques
* Family and related service provider training
Supports staff development
* Mentors behavior therapists who do not yet have certification, and may
provide consultation to them on cases that they manage
* Teaches positive behavior support strategies that can be universally applied
* Provides insight on how we each influence the people around us with our own
behaviors
* Teach/train staff on the principles of behavior
* Teaches appropriate and efficient methods of data collection
* Teaches alternative strategies to avoid the use of physical interventions
* Teach/train staff on the need for environmental modifications
* Teach/train staff on prevention techniques
* Teach/train staff on antecedents and consequences strategies
Additional Job Functions
* Participates in professional development activities to maintain current
knowledge of the field and needs of individuals served
* Attends meetings as required
* Participates in work groups as assigned
* Completes other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
* Must have a Master’s in a human services field and hold current board
certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst from the Behavior Analyst
Certification Board (BACB).
Special Requirements
* Requires a valid driver's license. Requires Licensure by the Board of
Medicine (Virginia only).
Compensation
* Starting at $87,068.80 up to $109,990.40 commensurate with experience and
qualifications
* Eligible for a Continuous Retention Bonus structure
Flexibility That Supports Success – Our team values flexibility and
collaboration. While in-person collaboration is the standard expectation, we
offer flexibility when appropriate to support clinicians in managing
documentation, treatment planning, and other responsibilities, helping them
maintain productivity and work-life balance.
Employee Benefits
Caring for You, So You can Care for Others
* Free meals during shift, when working in the schools and residences
* Medical, dental, and vision coverage
* Flexible Spending, Dependent Care FSA & Health Savings Accounts
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - 5 free sessions per family member
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
* Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Work & Life Harmony: Flexible scheduling and resources to help you thrive at
work and at home.
* Generous Paid Time Off plan
* Retirement Plan with employer match - up to $2,500 annually
* Employee Discounts, including:
* Legal services and identity theft protection plan
* Travel assistance
* Virtual exercise & coaching
* FREE Will preparation services
Stronger Together: Supporting Your Growth & Success
* Paid Career Development – Earn while becoming certified in CPR, Ukeru, and
more!
* Education Assistance - up to $5,250 annually
* Continuing Education Opportunities
* Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility - As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
* Team culture built on support, collaboration, and growth
* Referral Bonuses – earn a $1,000 bonus for bringing new talent to Grafton!
If you require a reasonable accommodation or need assistance with the
application or interview process please contact us at hr@grafton.org
Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.
#HP
Key Responsibilities
The BCBA designs, implements, and oversees evidence-based behavioral interventions to support individuals with complex needs. They conduct functional behavior assessments, develop treatment plans, and evaluate progress while providing training to staff and families.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% are remote, 20% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $97k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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