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Butterfly Effects
Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Hybrid

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Hybrid

BCBAFull-Time

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Base Salary: $80K–$90K

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Job Description

  • Join Butterfly Effects - Where BCBA's Lead
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Hybrid (Hybrid) - Center & Field - Baton Rouge, LA

Are you a passionate BCBA seeking a rewarding career where your expertise drives real, lasting change for children with autism spectrum disorder?

At Butterfly Effects, we're not just another ABA therapy provider - we're a BCBA-led organization dedicated to empowering you with unmatched support, professional growth, and a family-centric approach. Led by Dr. Steve Woolf, PhD, BCBA-D (President) and Molly McGinnis, M. Ed., BCBA (Vice President of Clinical Services), we prioritize your success so you can focus on what matters; making a socially meaningful change in the lives of children and families.

Why BCBAs Choose Butterfly Effects

BCBA Leadership: BCBAs hold key roles across management and senior leadership. Your expertise shapes clinical practice and company direction, not just individual caseloads.

Ethical, High-Quality Standards: As a fully accredited BHCOE organization, we uphold BACB guidelines and prioritize meaningful supervision, family involvement, and evidence-based ABA. No rigid quotas.

On-the-Ground Support: Each market has a locally or regionally based clinical director available for real-time guidance and collaboration. You are never working in isolation.

Clinical Autonomy: Design customized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs, with full access to tools, resources, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Stable Growth Paths: Clear advancement to Assistant Regional Director, Center Director, and Regional Director as we expand nationwide.

Your Freedom: No non-compete clauses.

Compensation That Reflects Your Value

  • Our BCBAs earn above the national average. Here is what your total package looks like:
  • Base Salary: $80,000 - $90,000
  • Performance Bonus: Quarterly incentives up to $12,000 annually
  • Total Potential: Up to $102,000

Additional Benefits

  • PhD Support: University partnership discounts plus $2,000/year tuition support toward your doctorate.
  • Time Off: Generous PTO and paid holidays.
  • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental coverage, and HSA options.
  • Retirement: 401(k) to build your future.

Professional Development & Clinical Community

We invest in your growth because better BCBAs produce better outcomes - for clients and for our organization.

Case Reviews: Monthly clinical case reviews with all peers and clinical leadership.

"PD Speaker Series": Internal CEU presentations led by thought leaders - experts you may only otherwise see at national conferences.

Mentorship: New or early-career BCBAs receive personalized guidance from experienced BCBA mentors.

Research & Publications: Our team has contributed to 15+ publications in journals including the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. Collaborate and present at national conferences.

CEU Funding: In-house CEUs annually, plus funding for external conferences, live events, and our annual Clinical Conference.

  • Your Role at Butterfly Effects
  • As a BCBA on our interdisciplinary team, you will:
  • Lead & Supervise: Oversee RBTs and BTs to ensure consistent, high-quality ABA service delivery.
  • Assess & Plan: Perform functional behavior assessments, develop individualized treatment goals, and create evidence-based intervention plans.
  • Empower Families: Lead monthly caregiver training sessions to build long-term family capacity.
  • Coordinate Care: Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals for holistic client outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Active BCBA certification from the BACB.
  • Passion for working with children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teams.
  • All experience levels welcome - we tailor opportunities to your career stage.

About Butterfly Effects

Since 2005, Butterfly Effects has transformed the lives of over 14,000 families through individualized ABA therapy. Our butterfly logo symbolizes love, rebirth, and metamorphosis - mirroring our commitment to helping children and families thrive.

We are co-founders of the National Coalition for Access to Autism Services (NCAAS) and the Louisiana Coalition for Access to Autism Services (LCAAS) - two nonprofits dedicated to expanding access to ABA regardless of socio-economic status. At Butterfly Effects, you will find more than a job - you will find a mission. Visit butterflyeffects.com to learn more and apply.

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will lead and supervise RBTs and BTs while designing evidence-based intervention plans for children with autism. They are also responsible for conducting functional behavior assessments and providing training to caregivers to improve family outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Treatment planningClinical supervisionAutism spectrum disorder supportEvidence-based practice

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 20% have no call, 92% require no weekends — this position is remote.

The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$91k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $103k in an average-cost state. 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Butterfly Effects

Individual and Family Services
Deerfield Beach, Florida
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
HSA options
401(k)
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Quarterly performance bonus up to $12,000 annually
$2,000/year tuition support toward doctorate
In-house CEUs and external conference funding
Monthly clinical case reviews