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BrightBridge ABA
Jacksonville, North Carolina

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBA Above average in Applied Behavior AnalysisFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85K - $100K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our founding team, where you will help shape our services as a BCBA, contribute to building a strong team culture, and develop innovative programming.

The ideal BCBA candidate is dedicated to advancing their clinical skills, committed to ethical practices, and ready to take on a leadership role in guiding our team to deliver exceptional ABA services.

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 CommunicationMentorshipBehavioral Assessment

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 Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,348 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In North Carolina, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (50 salary observations; 185 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (537 salary observations; 1,192 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 18% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$93k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Behavior Analyst Jobs

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Salary Distribution49 jobs · 25 employers

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10
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19
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3
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks48 jobs · 25 employers

CME allowance
96% this job
401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
83%
Loan repayment
38% this job
Relocation assistance
38%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.6
Higher than about 7 in 10 of 2,348 Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

Living in Jacksonville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$254k≈ 3.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,417/mo≈ 20% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
15 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.1
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Jacksonville, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About BrightBridge ABA

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

Benefits & Perks

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