Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA
Listed compensation
$95K - $115K
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Job Description
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA
- ABA Centers of America
- Braintree, MA
- Starting rate of $95,000 - $115,000 per year
Relocation Package Up to $15K
Why We’re the Best Place to Be a BCBA!
Dedication to Better Outcomes – Smaller caseloads combined with our established clinical infrastructure mean you can focus on delivering high-quality care and lasting impact for children and families
AI-Driven Efficiency – Streamline your workflow, reduce administrative tasks, and automate reporting, giving you more time to focus on your clients
Unlimited Career Growth – Enjoy long-term opportunities to advance your career without the pressure of private equity investors
Mentorship & Leadership Access – Collaborate with experienced BCBAs and leaders dedicated to your success and professional development
Special Interest Groups – Connect with peers to deepen your expertise in areas like assessment, severe behavior, and school collaboration
On-Demand Clinical Support – Access continuous training and resources through our ABA Academy of Excellence to stay at the top of your game
Investment in Talent – We hire top talent and invest in developing our RBT teams, ensuring the best care for our clients and stability for our BCBAs
Commitment to Improving Autism Care – We’re serious about innovation and change, as evidenced by having our own diagnostic teams and sponsorship of the Autism Research Laboratory at Temple University
Industry Recognition – Proudly named in Inc. Magazine’s “Best in Business” for Health Services, making a lasting impact on our field and society
Who We Are
We are a leading and rapidly growing provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for individuals with autism and their families.
Our mission is to deliver life-changing outcomes for people with Autism, and their families, through rapid access to care - including diagnosis and individualized applied behavior analysis therapy. We achieve this mission by expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care while driving measurable results.
We are guided by core values that define how we work every day, People First, The Joy Effect, Data-Driven Excellence, Disrupt with Purpose, Celebrate Uniqueness, and Resilient and Responsible, ensuring we prioritize those we serve, create meaningful connections, continuously improve outcomes, challenge the status quo, and hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards.
- What You’ll Do
- Design, implement, and monitor skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs
- Oversee the implementation of behavior-analytic programs by RBTs and caregivers
- Conduct assessments related to the need for behavioral intervention (e. g., preference assessment, functional assessment, staff performance assessment, etc.)
- Be willing and able to supervise others seeking BCBA certification weekly
- Other typical BCBA activities
- What We’re Looking For
- Master’s degree
- Active BCBA certification, required
- Initiate the state licensure process prior to the start date (if required)
- Valid driver's license, reliable form of transportation, and proof of auto insurance
- Ability to maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving record
Benefits
- 21 paid days off (15 PTO days increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and GAP Plan (TransAmerica)
- Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
- 100% employer-paid maternity/paternity leave for up to 5 weeks
- EAP (unlimited counseling 24/7), BeyondMed (discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services), PerkSpot (discounts on top brands), Pet Insurance (Nationwide), and On the GoGa wellbeing hub
- CEU reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement
- Performance bonuses
- Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs
Growth Path
As a BCBA with our organization, you will have the opportunity to grow into multiple specialized career paths across the company.
We are committed to supporting long-term professional development in areas such as Clinical Leadership, Operations, Quality Assurance (QA), Utilization Review (UR), Assessments, Training & Development, and Research.
Whether your passion is direct clinical impact, leadership, process improvement, or innovation, we provide opportunities to expand your skills and build a meaningful career beyond traditional BCBA roles.
Closing Statement
ABA Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
ABA Centers participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you require assistance or accommodation, please let us know.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and monitor skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs for clients. Oversee the implementation of these programs by RBTs and caregivers while conducting necessary behavioral assessments.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree and an active BCBA certification. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass background and drug screenings are also required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst / BCBA at ICBD a 6.6 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
In Massachusetts, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (90 salary observations; 274 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (1,732 salary observations; 6,489 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 43 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 53% are remote, 49% have no call, 84% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in applied behavior analysis | ranked against 2,494 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Massachusetts vs national | $89k median in Massachusetts | $93k nationally (−4%)90 state / 1,732 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$99k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Massachusetts | 80 active | 2,487 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 53% remote · 49% no call · 84% no weekends43 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US 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 listings | 1,261 in the last 30 days | 585 the 30 days before (+116%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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