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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
BCBAs design, supervise and adjust applied behavior analysis programs. They own clinical quality across a caseload of clients and the behavior technicians delivering the hours.
- Advertised pay
- $75k – $115k
- Credential
- BCBA certification with BACB, plus state licensure where required
- Live roles
- 39 open now
What is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and what does the role pay?
What the role does
- Complete functional behavior assessments and skills assessments (VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS, Vineland)
- Write and revise treatment plans against measurable, socially significant goals
- Supervise RBTs and BTs, run overlaps, and deliver required supervision hours
- Train and coach caregivers so gains hold outside session
- Manage insurance authorizations, progress reports and payer documentation
- Analyze data weekly and change programming when the graph says so
Credential and route in
BCBA certification with BACB, plus state licensure where required · Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
- 1Master's degree in behavior analysis, education or psychology from a qualifying program
- 2Verified Course Sequence covering the BACB task list
- 3Supervised fieldwork: 2,000 hours (or 1,500 concentrated) under a qualified supervisor
- 4Pass the BCBA examination
- 5State licensure (LBA or equivalent) in the majority of states, plus ongoing CEUs
Advertised pay
| Career stage | Advertised pay | What typically sits behind it |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $75k | Newly credentialed, supervised caseload |
| Mid-career | $92k | Full caseload, independent, some supervision of others |
| Senior | $115k | Lead or multi-site scope, clinical quality ownership |
Ranges reflect what we typically see advertised on roles we recruit for in the US. They are a market guide, not a survey, and vary by setting, caseload and experience. Last reviewed August 2026. For federal wage and outlook data, see the Bureau of Labor Statistics occupation page.
Where BCBAs work
Center-based ABA clinics · In-home ABA · School districts and contracted school services · Early intervention programs · Telehealth supervision · IDD and adult services
Specialties
- ABA and autism servicesCenter-based, in-home and hybrid applied behavior analysis for autistic children and adults, from single-site clinics to national multi-site providers.
- Early interventionBirth-to-three programs delivering developmental, speech, occupational and behavioral support in homes and community settings.
- School-based servicesDistrict-employed and contract services across special education: evaluations, IEP-aligned therapy, behavior support and school mental health.
- IDD and adult servicesServices for adults and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities: residential, day programs, supported employment and behavioral support.
- Telehealth and virtual careRemote therapy, teletherapy, telepsychiatry and remote supervision across state lines, delivered by platforms and traditional providers alike.
Demand right now
The single most requested role we recruit. Demand is heaviest in center-based and hybrid ABA across Texas, Florida, California, Arizona and the Carolinas, and strongest of all for BCBAs willing to carry a supervisory caseload.
Hiring BCBAs?
BCBA searches are won on caseload size, billable expectations, supervision ratio and PTO, not headline salary. We qualify all four before we take a role to market.
Submit a roleLive BCBA roles
Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: South Carolina Roles open: 1 role Timeframe: Next 1–3 months Setting: ABA and autism services “Indigo Therapy Services LLC is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support our growing caseload in the Summerville and Charleston, South Carolina areas. We are looking for a qualified BCBA to support current and incoming ABA clients. Schedule, caseload, supervision expectations, and service locations can be discussed based on candidate availability. Competitive compensation and a sign-on bonus are available. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to akahook@indigotherapy.org consideration.
- Employer
- Indigo Therapy Services LLC.
- Location
- South Carolina
- Advertised pay
- Pay range to be confirmed
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Program Manager
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: Wisconsin Roles open: 1 role Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: ABA and autism services Provide ongoing clinical oversight, direction, and supervision to RBTs and Behavior Therapists. Provide required in-person supervision and face-to-face clinical activities at our Green Bay center. Develop, review, and oversee individualized treatment plans and behavior-analytic programming. Complete and oversee initial assessments and semi-annual re-assessments. Develop and maintain Prior Authorization (PA) documentation and supporting clinical materials. Review client data and make data-based treatment decisions. Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate. Provide ongoing mentorship, feedback, and support to RBTs and Behavior Therapists. Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation. Ensure documentation and clinical practices align with Wisconsin Medicaid/ForwardHealth requirements. Collaborate with families, staff, and other members of the client's care team. Participate in the continued development and growth of the Autism and Behavioral Services program.
- Employer
- Innovative Counseling, Inc.
- Location
- Wisconsin
- Advertised pay
- $65,000
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst — Ongoing pipeline
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: Pennsylvania Roles open: Ongoing pipeline Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: ABA and autism services No further detail supplied at intake.
- Employer
- Hearts ABA
- Location
- Pennsylvania
- Advertised pay
- Pay range to be confirmed
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Remote BCBA Jobs - Telehealth Supervision, Nationwide (US)
A fully remote BCBA role delivering telehealth supervision, parent training and program writing for families across multiple states, paying $88,000 to $108,000. You need licensure in at least one state we serve and the willingness to add others, with all licensing costs reimbursed. Take a Seat People confirms caseload, supervision and pay in writing before a remote role goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential BCBA provider — Remote (US)
- Location
- Remote (US) · Remote
- Advertised pay
- $88,000 - $108,000
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Center-Based BCBA Jobs in Hartford, CT
BCBA role in Hartford, Connecticut, paying $93,000 - $117,500 a year, offering a capped caseload of 8 to 10 learners in one building, with authorizations handled by a dedicated admin team. Take a Seat People recruits this role directly with the employer, and we confirm caseload, supervision and pay in writing before the job goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential BCBA provider — Hartford, CT
- Location
- Hartford, CT
- Advertised pay
- $93,000 - $117,500
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Adult and IDD Services BCBA Jobs in Hartford, CT
BCBA role in Hartford, Connecticut, paying $92,000 - $116,500 a year, offering adult and IDD caseloads in day programs and group homes, with waiver-funded services and a stable weekday schedule. Take a Seat People recruits this role directly with the employer, and we confirm caseload, supervision and pay in writing before the job goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential BCBA provider — Hartford, CT
- Location
- Hartford, CT
- Advertised pay
- $92,000 - $116,500
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Early Intervention BCBA Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
BCBA role in Salt Lake City, Utah, paying $77,500 - $97,500 a year, offering a birth-to-five caseload using naturalistic teaching, co-located with speech and occupational therapy. Take a Seat People recruits this role directly with the employer, and we confirm caseload, supervision and pay in writing before the job goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential BCBA provider — Salt Lake City, UT
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Advertised pay
- $77,500 - $97,500
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Center-Based BCBA Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
BCBA role in Salt Lake City, Utah, paying $76,500 - $96,500 a year, offering a capped caseload of 8 to 10 learners in one building, with authorizations handled by a dedicated admin team. Take a Seat People recruits this role directly with the employer, and we confirm caseload, supervision and pay in writing before the job goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential BCBA provider — Salt Lake City, UT
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Advertised pay
- $76,500 - $96,500
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Autism Program Manager (BCBA) Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
Autism Program Manager role in Salt Lake City, Utah, paying $90,000 - $110,000 a year, offering a small retained caseload alongside program ownership, so you keep clinical credibility without carrying a full roster. Take a Seat People recruits this role directly with the employer, and we confirm caseload, supervision and pay in writing before the job goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential BCBA provider — Salt Lake City, UT
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Advertised pay
- $90,000 - $110,000
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Early Intervention BCBA Jobs in Las Vegas, NV
BCBA role in Las Vegas, Nevada, paying $82,000 - $104,000 a year, offering a birth-to-five caseload using naturalistic teaching, co-located with speech and occupational therapy. Take a Seat People recruits this role directly with the employer, and we confirm caseload, supervision and pay in writing before the job goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential BCBA provider — Las Vegas, NV
- Location
- Las Vegas, NV
- Advertised pay
- $82,000 - $104,000
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Questions we get asked
- Do I need a state license as well as BCBA certification?
- In most states, yes. The majority now license behavior analysts separately (commonly LBA or LABA), and payers increasingly require it. Certification is national; licensure is state by state, so plan for both when you move.
- What caseload should a BCBA expect?
- It varies by setting and payer mix. Center-based roles are usually quoted as a client count, in-home roles as billable hours per week. Ask for both numbers plus the supervision ratio before you accept; it tells you more about the job than the salary does.
- Can BCBA work be remote?
- Partly. Telehealth supervision, parent training and program writing are routinely remote, while assessments and overlaps usually are not. Fully remote BCBA roles exist but are a small share of the market.
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