Board Certified Behavioral Anaylyst - BCBA
Listed compensation
$55 per hour
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.
Merakey’s Children's Teens and Young Adults division offers a wide range of mental health and autism services for children and adolescents. Our programs are designed to build resilience and ensure that children and their families are well-prepared for future success.
We’re seeking a compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our Dearborn team. In this role, you will conduct assessments, develop behavior plans, and supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)/Behavior Technicians (BTs) to ensure high-quality, individualized care for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Pay: Up to $55.00 per hour
Position Details
- This is a flexible, on-site position based at our ABA Center in Dearborn.
Must have a minimum of 15 hours available each week.
- Support a small caseload of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Typical schedule: You will pick the days and times you want to work.
- Provide ABA assessment, treatment planning, and case supervision within a structured clinical setting.
- Supervise and mentor RBTs and behavior technicians.
- Conduct parent training and caregiver consultations as needed.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation per payer and agency guidelines.
Benefits
Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited* medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
(*not a substitute for major medical insurance).
- Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter).
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.
Click here to watch a video about Merakey.
Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status.
Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Minimum Requirements
- Master's Degree
- Active BCBA Certification
- Active MI Licensure as a Behavior Analyst
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Apply today through the Merakey employee portal.
Key Responsibilities
The BCBA will conduct behavioral assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide case supervision for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. They are also responsible for mentoring RBTs and behavior technicians while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- 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; 181 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,950 salary observations; 5,432 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% are remote, 25% have no call, 93% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Applied Behavior Analysis median $85k (middle half $80k–$90k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Michigan vs national | $85k median in Michigan | $92k nationally (−8%)58 state / 1,950 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Michigan index 96.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Michigan | 82 active | 2,638 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 65% remote · 25% no call · 93% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +5.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Top Behavior Analyst Jobs
40 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
27 jobs · 15 employersAnnual compensation range
Benefits & Perks
30 jobs · 15 employersShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
Pro Recovery Solutions · Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey
Contract Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - 10991099
Liberty Behavioral & Community Services · Los Angeles, California
BCBA Part-Time Hours
$60-$75/hrBCBA Part-Time Hours
$60-$75/hr