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Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Paragon Behavioral Health

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$56-$63/hr

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Job Description

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
  • Job Type: Full-Time (In-person / Community-Based)
  • Pay: $56.00 – $63.00 per hour

Overview

Paragon Behavioral Health, a division of Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC), is seeking a highly skilled Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to deliver individualized, evidence-based behavioral health services to children and families.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through clinical leadership, data-driven interventions, and collaboration within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

Why Join Paragon / DTAC

  • Competitive compensation with strong earning potential
  • Flexible scheduling supporting work-life balance
  • Collaborative, mission-driven leadership team
  • Opportunities for advancement and professional development
  • Mileage reimbursement for community-based services

Position Summary

The BCBA is responsible for conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and overseeing behavioral interventions in alignment with IBHS standards. This role focuses on improving outcomes through data-driven care, caregiver collaboration, and clinical oversight.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
  • Develop and oversee individualized behavior intervention plans
  • Provide consultation and training to families and caregivers
  • Deliver services in home, school, and community settings
  • Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
  • Collect and analyze behavioral data to support clinical decisions
  • Provide crisis intervention and behavioral stabilization
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external providers
  • Participate in program development, training, and team meetings
  • Ensure compliance with IBHS, state, and organizational standards

Qualifications

  • Required:
  • Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
  • Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Social Work, or related field
  • Minimum of 1 year experience working with children or adolescents in behavioral health
  • Experience conducting FBAs and developing behavior intervention plans
  • Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Additional Licensure (Must Meet One of the Following)

  • Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS)
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LSW)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Licensed Psychologist
  • Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)

Requirements

  • Ability to obtain required PA clearances (Criminal Background, FBI, Child Abuse)
  • Compliance with OIG/Medicare/Medicaid screening requirements
  • Ability to provide mobile/community-based services
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Ongoing training and development

Work Location

This is an in-person, community-based role serving clients in Lancaster, PA (17601). Candidates must be able to travel locally to provide services.

Apply Today

If you are a dedicated BCBA looking for a role where your clinical expertise is valued and your work creates lasting change, we encourage you to apply and join the Paragon / DTAC team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DTAC and Paragon Behavioral Health Services are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining an inclusive workplace in accordance with all applicable laws.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Data AnalysisCaregiver TrainingMultidisciplinary CollaborationIBHS Standards Compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Paragon Behavioral Health at Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,376 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Pennsylvania, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (20 salary observations; 56 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (170 salary observations; 397 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, 72% are remote, 24% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$124k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $127k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 7.1
Better work-life than 80% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,376 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Manheim

Typical market rent
$1,843/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.3
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Lancaster, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers

Mental Health Care
Milton, Pennsylvania
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with Company Matching
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement