Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Listed compensation
$102k-$127k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (WBHH) is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our compassionate team of healthcare professionals.
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at WBHH, you will play a vital role in providing psychiatric stabilization and dual diagnosis treatments to children, and adult patients in inpatient setting. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges.
Shift details: Full-time 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM with 1 weekend Day a Month.
Responsibilities
Conduct assessments, interviews, and observations to develop comprehensive behavior intervention plans.
Collaborate with the treatment team, including psychiatrists, therapists, and nurses, to implement behavior support plans that address the specific needs of patients.
Provide ongoing support and consultation to the treatment team regarding behavioral strategies, crisis management, and de-escalation techniques.
Train staff members on the implementation of behavior intervention plans and provide ongoing supervision and support.
- Monitor and analyze data to track patient progress and modify intervention strategies as needed.
- Collaborate with patients' families to provide education, support, and guidance regarding behavior management techniques.
- Stay up-to-date with current research and best practices in the field of applied behavior analysis.
Education
- Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis
- Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst License
Experience
- Experience working with individuals with dual diagnoses and/or developmental disabilities.
- Proficiency in conducting functional behavior assessments and developing behavior intervention plans.
- Strong knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and strategies.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility to work various shifts and handle a fast-paced environment.
- Salary: $101,920 - $126,880 per year
- Medical Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401K
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Recognition Program
- Paid Time Off
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- AD&D and Life
- Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
- Employee Engagement Events
- Free parking
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and possess a current BCBA license. Experience working with individuals with dual diagnoses or developmental disabilities is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (74 salary observations; 235 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (1,641 salary observations; 6,193 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, 40% are remote, 46% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts vs national | $90k median in Massachusetts | $93k nationally (−3%)74 state / 1,641 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$108k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Massachusetts | 96 active | 2,582 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% remote · 46% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Massachusetts healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 30% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment104 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Applied Behavior Analysis listings | 1,282 in the last 30 days | 576 the 30 days before (+123%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +1.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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About Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Benefits & Perks
Living in Westborough
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $669k≈ 6.6× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $2,526/mo≈ 30% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 29 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.