Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Listed compensation
$60-$90/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Looking for more than just a job? We provide paid training, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to advance as you grow with our company.
Do you want to be the best part of someone else's day? This is exactly what we strive for every day at Reaching Beyond Limits Behavioral Health.
What Makes This Role Exciting
- Every day is different! You'll never feel stuck behind a desk-your work is active, engaging, and meaningful
- Real impact! You'll see individuals grow, gain independence, and achieve personal milestones
- Professional growth! Receive ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Collaborative culture! Join a mission-driven team that values creativity, respect, and continuous learning
We are looking for an enthused and passionate professional committed to improving the lives of individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. The ideal candidate will be independently motivated to provide excellent service while effectively communicating with your team and supervisor. They will liaise with Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, and Supports Coordination Unit to support individual client's goals.
Summary
The Board Certified behavior Analyst (BCBA) serves as the leading clinician and supervisor on the case of a member diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This position is responsible for oversight of other clinicians, technicians, and support staff, and for tracking and modifying a member's goals and progress. This position must have a certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of programming for a small caseload
- Complete new member intakes
- Conduct initial and on-going assessments based on individual needs of member
- Design, implement, and monitor all components of a member's individualized treatment plan
- Conduct functional assessments of problem behavior and develop behavior intervention plans
- Supervise and train clinical staff to implement member's treatment plan with integrity
- Perform fidelity checks and provide feedback on interventions to other clinicians and technicians
Provide training and instruction to parents/caregivers on behavioral strategies and implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) teaching methods in the home and community settings
Qualifications
Be licensed in PA as a psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, clinical social worker, social worker, behavior specialist, certified registered nurse practitioner or a professional with a scope of practice that includes overseeing the provision of ABA services
Have a certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or other graduate-level certification in behavior analysis that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies on the American National Standards Institute
Attributes
- Familiarity with a variety of assessment types including the ABLLS-R and VB-MAPP
- Experience creating an individualized treatment plan, analyzing problem behaviors, and developing interventions to reduce these types of behaviors
- Excellent oral, listening, communication, and self-awareness skills
- Analytical minded and solutions-driven thinking
- Self-motivated with the willingness and accountability to exceed member expectations
- Excellent organization, planning, prioritization, and time-management skills
- Passion and drive for working with children, youth, and young adults and their families
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Must be technologically proficient, especially with Microsoft Office
- All RBL BH Children's Services employees are required to have the following clearances and training:
- Child Abuse (no more than five years/60 months from the date of hire)
- FBI Fingerprint Check (no more than five years/60 months from the date of hire)
- PATCH (no more than five years/60 months from the date of hire)
- Mandated Reporter Training (no more than one year/365 days from of hire)
- First Aid/CPR certification (must be maintained during employment period)
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
Benefits
- 401K Matching
- Paid Vacation Days
- Paid Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Flexible Schedules
- Ability to advance within the company
Equal Employment Opportunity
Reaching Beyond Limits, Inc. and all its entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Pennsylvania, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (76 salary observations; 216 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,901 salary observations; 6,177 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 42 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% are remote, 40% have no call, 69% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $125k–$187k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $90k (middle half $80k–$106k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Pennsylvania vs national | $89k median in Pennsylvania | $92k nationally (−3%)76 state / 1,901 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$160k in purchasing power | Pennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Pennsylvania | 145 active | 2,502 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 55% remote · 40% no call · 69% no weekends42 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment168 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Applied Behavior Analysis listings | 1,242 in the last 30 days | 608 the 30 days before (+104%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +2.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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