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BrightBridge ABA
Columbia, South Carolina

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85K - $100K

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Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. 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

  • 15 days of PTO
  • 10 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 delivery of ABA programs. They are also responsible for supervising RBTs and collaborating with families to ensure effective and ethical care.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Treatment planningData analysisStaff supervisionMentoringClinical assessmentEthical compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at BrightBridge ABA a 6.9 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

Of the 40 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 53% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 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 $91k (middle half $85k–$98k)210 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$99k in purchasing powerSouth Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in South Carolina34 active2,492 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% remote · 53% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 47% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 19% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,200 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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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

33 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
91% this job
Sign-on bonus
70%
Relocation assistance
52%
Loan repayment
45% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.9
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

15 days of PTO
10 paid holidays
401k with partial company matching
Health, vision, & dental insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Student loan reimbursement program
Paid CEUs & conference attendance

Living in Columbia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$218k≈ 2.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,500/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.7
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbia, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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