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BrightBridge ABA
El Paso, Texas

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85K - $100K

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Posted 3mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team and serve families in the southern New Mexico area.

The ideal Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) candidate is dedicated to advancing their clinical skills, committed to ethical practices and continued learning and ready to take on a leadership role in guiding our team to deliver exceptional ABA services. This position is available to be either part-time or full-time.

BCBA Responsibilities

Conduct initial assessments and create individualized treatment plans based on the specific needs and goals of each client, ensuring that BCBA standards of practice are met

Develop, implement, and oversee ABA programs, ensuring they are delivered with fidelity and effectiveness by following BCBA protocols and guidelines

Supervise and mentor a team of RBTs, providing guidance, training, and ongoing professional development under BCBA supervision requirements

Monitor client progress through data collection and analysis, making necessary adjustments to treatment plans as a proactive BCBA

Collaborate closely with families, caregivers, and other team members to ensure cohesive and supportive care, aligning with BCBA standards

Maintain open communication with families, providing regular updates and guidance on how to support their child’s progress

Actively participate in team meetings, contribute ideas for continuous improvement, and support our culture of innovation and high standards of care

Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines and all relevant BCBA regulations, staying up-to-date on industry best practices

Requirements

  • Current BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB
  • Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field
  • Strong understanding of ABA principles and experience in a variety of ABA techniques and interventions, emphasizing BCBA standards
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of BCBA ethical and professional conduct

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with electronic health records and data collection software
  • Skills in parent training and family support services

Specialized experience in areas such as verbal behavior, social skills training, or working with individuals with complex needs

Benefits

  • Generous PTO pack
  • Paid holidays
  • 401k with partial company matching
  • Health, vision, & dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Student loan reimbursement program
  • Paid CEUs & conference attendance

BrightBridge ABA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will conduct initial assessments, create individualized treatment plans, and oversee the implementation of ABA programs. They are also responsible for supervising RBTs and collaborating with families to ensure cohesive care.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical SupervisionTreatment PlanningCase ManagementEthical ComplianceInterpersonal Communication

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at BrightBridge ABA a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,494 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Texas, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (159 salary observations; 690 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (1,732 salary observations; 6,489 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 44% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in applied behavior analysisranked against 2,494 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$85k–$100kApplied Behavior Analysis median $90k (middle half $89k–$96k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Texas vs national$93k median in Texas$93k nationally (+1%)159 state / 1,732 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$95k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Texas259 active2,568 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% remote · 44% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonus · loan repaymentTexas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 72% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 50% offer loan repayment278 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,259 in the last 30 days585 the 30 days before (+115%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,494 Applied Behavior Analysis listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$93k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Behavior Analyst Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

44 jobs · 21 employers
12
<$100k
4
$100k-110k
14
$110k-120k
11
$120k-130k
3
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

42 jobs · 21 employers
CME allowance
93% this job
401k / retirement match
93% this job
Sign-on bonus
71% this job
Loan repayment
55% this job
Relocation assistance
52%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$87k-$131k
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$110k-$130k
#3

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Remote 10-99

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,494 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About BrightBridge ABA

Mental Health Care
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous PTO package
Paid holidays
401k with partial company match
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Student loan reimbursement program
Paid CEUs and conference attendance

Living in El Paso

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$230k≈ 2.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,508/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · El Paso, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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