Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)
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Job Description
MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy is expanding our exceptional team of therapy professionals! We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) to join our growing multi-disciplinary team and help us Reveal the Super in Every Child!
About MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy
For over 20 years, MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy has been a leader in providing integrated pediatric therapy services throughout Southeast Michigan.
Our mission is to deliver evidence-based, intensive, multidisciplinary, and collaborative pediatric therapy that empowers children and their families to achieve their fullest potential.
Our neighborhood therapy centers make it easy for families to access a comprehensive approach to therapy, offering Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Feeding/Swallowing Therapy in one center.
Through play, acceptance, and joy, we embrace the complexities of each child, striving to create functional outcomes that enhance their quality of life.
Why Join Us?
Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Environment – Work alongside ABA, OT, PT, Speech, and feeding specialists all under one roof, enhancing holistic care and professional development.
Innovative, Evidence-Based Methods – We emphasize early intervention, intensive therapy, and play-based techniques to maximize neuroplasticity and long-term developmental success.
Support for Your Growth – Free CEUs, conference budget, research opportunities, and leadership pathways for those looking to advance within the company.
Achievable Productivity Goals & High Bonus Potential – Competitive salary plus a productivity bonus structure designed with clinicians in mind.
No Travel to Client’s Homes – Enjoy clinic-based services with small, manageable caseloads.
Your Impact
- As a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) at MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy, you will:
- Provide expert supervision and guidance to ABA Technicians, ensuring high-quality client care.
Train and educate staff members and parents on individualized IPOS and behavior treatment plans before service initiation.
Develop tailored skill acquisition programs and behavior intervention plans based on ABA principles to support each child's unique needs.
Continuously monitor and adjust behavior plans to align with the child’s progress and evolving needs.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including weekly supervision notes detailing progress, goals, and behavior data.
Conduct comprehensive initial assessments (ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS, PEAK, etc.) at intake and every six months, documenting findings in the electronic medical record.
Actively participate in staff meetings and training workshops to promote professional growth and best practices.
Qualifications
- Current certification as a BCaBA through the BACB.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, problem-solving and time management skills.
- Experience managing clinical staff and mentoring supervisory level clinicians.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- Active & Engaged Work – Kneeling, bending and playing at ground level.
- Hands-On Support – Lifting up to 50+ lbs may be required.
- Quick Reflexes – Ability to respond to behaviors such as elopement (running away) or aggressive actions.
- Loud or Noisy Environments – Working with active children in dynamic settings.
- Potential Exposure to Bodily Fluids – Assisting with hygiene or accidental incidents.
- Clinic Location
- Detroit
Status: Full-time
Schedule: Your day-to-day schedule will vary by clinic and client needs, generally 8 am - 4 pm, 9 am - 5 pm, or 10 am - 6 pm. No evenings!
Compensation
After applying, a member of our recruiting team will call to review the pay range and opportunities for additional compensation through productivity bonuses. Compensation varies based on each clinician’s unique skills and experience.
- Full-time Sign-on Bonus: $2,500
- Full-Time Benefits
- 401(k) with 4% match (fully vested after 90 days)
- Medical, dental, vision benefits
- 100% employer-paid group life and long-term disability insurance
- 3 weeks PTO (120 hours) in your first year
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 529 college savings plan
Additional Perks for Clinicians
- Annual conference budget and Free CEUs (no PTO required to attend!)
- Opportunities to supervise Clinical Fellows and grad students
- Opportunities to present at state and national conferences
- Opportunities to participate in research activities
- Pathways for career advancement – Clinic Director, Therapy Manager, and more
- Supportive team culture with mentorship and collaboration
- Join Our Team!
If you're ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families while working with an incredible team of professionals, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of the MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy family, where we Reveal the Super in Every Child!
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and guide ABA technicians, train staff and parents, and develop individualized skill acquisition programs and behavior intervention plans. Conduct assessments, monitor and adjust treatment plans based on progress, and maintain timely clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) at MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,585 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Michigan, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (51 salary observations; 172 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,804 salary observations; 5,894 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, 56% are remote, 32% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in applied behavior analysis | ranked against 2,585 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Applied Behavior Analysis median $90k (middle half $85k–$98k)214 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Michigan vs national | $85k median in Michigan | $92k nationally (−8%)51 state / 1,804 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Michigan index 96.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Michigan | 86 active | 2,654 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 56% remote · 32% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $3k sign-on | US healthcare professional listings: 43% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 16% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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