Center-Based Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
Listed compensation
$75k-$85k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Are you a BCaBA who thrives in a structured, collaborative environment? At Centria Autism’s centers, you’ll deliver high-quality ABA therapy in a space designed for learning, teamwork, and growth. As a BCaBA, you’ll play a key role in supporting clients and supervising Behavior Technicians, all while receiving the mentorship you need to continue your career journey.
Compensation & Incentives – Earn a base salary of $75,000–$85,000, plus weekly and monthly bonus opportunities (typically averaging $1,000/month).
Why Grow Your Career at Centria?
Clinical Quality First – We prioritize outcomes, not billables. Our proprietary CareConnect platform streamlines everything from treatment planning to data collection so you can stay focused on care, not paperwork.
Purpose-Built Centers for Kids and Clinicians – Our centers are designed for learners and clinical teams alike, offering low-distraction spaces, daily structure, and a culture of collaboration.
Assent-Based Care at Scale – Lead meaningful change through our commitment to assent, practical functional assessment, and skills-based treatment, built into every part of our model.
Real Work-Life Balance – Predictable caseloads, manageable schedules, and dedicated support teams mean no last-minute chaos and no burnout.
No Operational Headaches – We handle the logistics. From scheduling to onboarding of technicians, our operations team keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Mentorship & Supervision – Get structured support from experienced BCBAs and Clinical Excellence Leaders, and if you’re pursuing your BCBA credential, we’ll help guide your supervision and next steps.
We Invest in You – From CEU stipends and paid CEU days to exclusive internal training events, we’re serious about keeping you sharp and helping you level up.
Meaningful Perks
CEU Opportunities and Professional Development Stipends
Early wage access through Rain. Get paid as soon as the next day.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program for mental health and wellness
Discounts through our Benefit Hub with hundreds of major retailers
What You’ll Do as a BCaBA
Provide clinical oversight of ABA therapy under the supervision of a BCBA
Train and mentor Behavior Technicians and RBTs to ensure program fidelity
Assist with developing and modifying individualized behavior intervention plans
Collect and analyze client data, and collaborate with BCBAs to make data-driven treatment decisions
Engage families in therapy through regular communication and parent training sessions
Ensure therapy aligns with Centria’s assent-based, child-centered philosophy
At Centria, BCaBAs are more than assistants; they’re trusted teammates, emerging leaders, and essential to our mission of delivering high-quality, ethical ABA therapy. If you're ready to make an impact while advancing your career, apply today and join a team that believes in your future.
Centria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Key Responsibilities
The BCaBA will provide clinical oversight of ABA therapy and mentor Behavior Technicians to ensure program fidelity. They will also assist in developing behavior intervention plans and collaborate with BCBAs to make data-driven treatment decisions.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BCaBA certification to be eligible for this role. The position requires experience in providing clinical oversight and a commitment to assent-based, child-centered therapy practices.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Michigan, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (58 salary observations; 184 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,967 salary observations; 5,477 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% are remote, 32% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $75k–$85k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $91k (middle half $87k–$99k)217 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Michigan vs national | $85k median in Michigan | $92k nationally (−8%)58 state / 1,967 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$83k in purchasing power | Michigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Michigan | 80 active | 2,642 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 70% remote · 32% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +5.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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