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Centria Autism
Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Early Intervention BCBA – Life Skills Autism Academy (Center-Based)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$90k-$100k

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Job Description

Are you a BCBA passionate about early intervention and lifelong impact? At Life Skills Autism Academy, a division of Centria Autism, we provide full-time, center-based ABA therapy for children ages 5 and under. Our mission is clear: deliver compassionate, evidence-based care during the most critical developmental window, so every child has the best chance to thrive.

Compensation & Incentives – Earn a base salary of $90,000–$100,000, plus weekly and monthly bonus opportunities (typically averaging $1,000/month).

$10,000 sign on bonus to welcome you to the team!

What Centria Offers

Early Intervention, Big Impact – Help shape a child’s future during the years when ABA therapy can make the most significant developmental difference.

Purpose-Built Centers – Our LSAA centers are thoughtfully designed for children 5 and under, with low-distraction spaces, play-based learning areas, and a strong emphasis on routines and safety.

Clinical Quality First – We prioritize outcomes, not billables. Our proprietary CareConnect platform streamlines everything from treatment planning to data collection so you can stay focused on care, not paperwork.

Assent-Based and Play-Focused – We blend Practical Functional Assessment and Skills-Based Treatment into a compassionate, assent-based model, centered around joyful, meaningful learning.

Real Work-Life Balance – Small caseloads, manageable schedules, and dedicated support teams mean no last-minute chaos and no burnout.

You're Never Alone – With layered support from Clinical Directors, Area Clinical Directors, and our Clinical Excellence Team, you'll always have someone in your corner.

No Operational Headaches – We handle the logistics. From scheduling to onboarding of technicians, our operations team keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Career Growth on Your Terms – Whether you're mentoring the next generation of BCBAs, leading clinical training, or stepping into leadership, we support your growth.

We Invest in You – From CEU stipends and paid CEU days to exclusive internal training events, we’re serious about keeping you sharp—and helping you level up.

Perks That Actually Matter – Annual, all-inclusive vacation for two, early wage access, a company car or mileage reimbursement, and full benefits.

No Non-Compete – We don’t believe in holding people back. If we’re not the right long-term fit, you’ll still leave better prepared for your next step.

Your Role & Impact as a BCBA

Lead ABA therapy delivery within a collaborative, in-center environment

Provide daily support and guidance to Behavior Technicians to ensure clinical excellence

Develop and implement assent-based, individualized behavior plans following ABA principles

Engage parents during scheduled on-site training sessions to drive meaningful progress

Maintain high-quality clinical services through regular supervision and data-driven decision-making

At Life Skills Autism Academy, you’re not just supporting kids—you’re shaping futures. Join a team that believes in early intervention, compassionate care, and your potential as a leader. Apply today and help build the foundation for a child’s lifelong success.

Centria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

Lead ABA therapy delivery within a center-based environment and provide daily guidance to behavior technicians. Develop individualized behavior plans and engage parents through scheduled on-site training sessions.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a passion for early intervention. The role requires strong clinical skills to maintain high-quality services and data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Behavior analysisClinical supervisionBehavioral interventionParent trainingClinical leadershipBehavior technician support

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In North Carolina, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (111 salary observations; 514 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,181 salary observations; 4,867 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, 88% are remote, 16% have no call, 90% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks49 jobs · 17 employers

CME allowance
98% this job
401k / retirement match
98%
Sign-on bonus
94% this job
Relocation assistance
41%
Loan repayment
35%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 1.5
Below most Applied Behavior Analysis listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,594 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Winston-Salem

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$263k≈ 2.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,507/mo≈ 20% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.0
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Winston-Salem, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Centria Autism

Mental Health Care
Farmington Hills, Michigan
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Weekly and monthly bonus opportunities (avg $1,000/month)
$10,000 sign-on bonus
CEU stipends and paid CEU days
Annual all-inclusive vacation for two
Early wage access
Company car or mileage reimbursement
Full benefits
No non-compete