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Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers
Manheim Township, Pennsylvania

Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Paragon Behavioral Health

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$56-$63/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

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.

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 2,494 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 ~$90k (84 salary observations; 231 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,846 salary observations; 5,704 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% are remote, 53% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.1 / 10 · top 25% in applied behavior analysisranked against 2,494 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$116k–$131kApplied Behavior Analysis median $90k (middle half $80k–$106k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Pennsylvania vs national$90k median in Pennsylvania$92k nationally (−2%)84 state / 1,846 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$127k in purchasing powerPennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Pennsylvania128 active2,493 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 55% remote · 53% no call · 78% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedPennsylvania healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 4% offer loan repayment154 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,201 in the last 30 days567 the 30 days before (+112%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 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.

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Salary Distribution

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Benefits & Perks

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

median 3.9this job 7.1
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 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

Living in Manheim

Typical market rent
$1,883/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 (Sep 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.