Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Paragon Behavioral Health
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
Key Skills
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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