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ACES
Torrance, California

BCBA

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$90K - $102K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Torrance, CA 90505Salary Range: $9,000.00 - $102,000.00 Salary Salary: $90,000-$102,000 (plus up to $30,000 in annual incentives based on performance) Join Our Elite Team as a BCBA! Are you ready to make a profound impact on the lives of children with autism and developmental disabilities? Look no further! Join our award-winning team at ACES and become part of a community dedicated to delivering top-tier autism services with passion and expertise.

Why Join ACES?

Compensation & Incentives

Competitive Package: $90,000 to $102,000 annually, plus up to $30,000 in annual incentives based on performance. Competitive Bonus Opportunities: Sign-on, retention, and relocation incentives available based on location and organizational needs. Relocation Assistance: Considering a move?

We offer up to $10,000 in relocation assistance to help make your transition smoother. This package provides a lump sum payment to cover your moving expenses, travel costs, and other support to help you settle within 10-15 miles of one of our centers.

Generous Paid Time Off: Benefit from up to 23 paid days off annually, including holidays, vacation days, and sick leave. Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, and vision insurance within 30 days of joining, along with a 401k retirement plan, and more.

Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $3000 for referring qualified candidates to join our team. Professional Development & Support: Career Growth: Explore a range of advancement opportunities, from Clinical Manager to Clinical Director and beyond.

Ongoing Training: Access 12 free, in-house CEUs annually, along with unwavering support from Regional Directors and Supervisors. Employee Benefits & Wellness: Health and Wellness: Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with company-paid life insurance and financial planning assistance.

Technology Support: Receive a company-paid laptop and cellphone for enhanced productivity. Work-Life Balance: Create your schedule to ensure a healthy balance between work and personal life. Company Culture: Thrive in a flexible, uplifting, and supportive work environment, including company-sponsored social events.

ACES Achievements: National Recognition: ACES is the sole autism provider recognized for quality care by Aetna/CVS’s Institute of Quality. Expert Team: Join a team of over 400 Board Certified Behavior Analysts, renowned for their expertise and dedication.

Industry Accolades: Forbes has named us one of the Best Mid-Sized Workplaces, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Legacy of Excellence: Benefit from the expertise of one of the longest-standing providers of ABA therapy worldwide.

What You'll Do: Craft Tailored ABA Programs: Design, develop, and implement customized ABA programs to meet the unique needs of each child. Collaborative Approach: Work closely with families and fellow clinicians to ensure the highest quality of care and support.

Mentorship and Supervision: Lead and guide Behavior Technicians to deliver exceptional direct services. Data-Driven Progress Tracking: Utilize cutting-edge data collection software to evaluate and update client progress reports.

Team Collaboration: Engage with a dynamic cross-functional team committed to fulfilling ACES’ mission of excellence.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

BCBA Certification: Hold a valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification. Proven Experience: Demonstrate proficiency in developing and implementing client programs, preferably within the ABA industry. Leadership Skills: Possess enthusiasm for training, managing, and supporting entry-level staff.

Compliance: Meet requirements for criminal background check, TB test, and immunizations. Passion for Impact: Share our dedication to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families affected by autism and special needs. Join us at ACES and be part of a team that changes lives every day!

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Additional Information ACES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status.

To find out more about how ACES uses employee data for business purposes, see ourEmployee Privacy Policy.

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Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement customized ABA programs to meet the unique needs of children with autism. Lead and mentor behavior technicians while utilizing data-driven software to track and evaluate client progress.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. Proficiency in developing ABA programs and experience in training or managing staff is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavior analysisClinical supervisionProgram developmentStaff trainingClinical leadership

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates BCBA at ACES 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 California, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (291 salary observations; 787 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,846 salary observations; 5,704 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 42% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in applied behavior analysisranked against 2,494 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$90k–$102kApplied Behavior Analysis median $90k (middle half $85k–$93k)27 comparable listings, Nov 2026
California vs national$93k median in California$92k nationally (+1%)291 state / 1,846 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$87k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in California363 active2,488 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 62% remote · 42% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusCalifornia healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 49% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 7% offer loan repayment388 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,261 in the last 30 days586 the 30 days before (+115%)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

48 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
77% this job
Sign-on bonus
73% this job
Relocation assistance
38% this job
Loan repayment
31%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.6
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 ACES

Individual and Family Services
San Diego, California
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $30,000 annual incentives
Sign-on bonus
Retention bonus
Relocation assistance up to $10,000
23 paid days off
Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k retirement plan
Referral bonuses up to $3,000

Living in Torrance

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.09M≈ 12.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,006/mo≈ 40% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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