Lead BCBA - Center Based (PM Shift)

Dragonfly Cares; City Of Melville; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health Benefits

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Dragonfly Cares is seeking an experienced BCBA to serve as Lead BCBA in a center-based setting. You will carry a clinical caseload while guiding the RBT team and coordinating with the Site Director on-site.

You will lead clinical services, supervise staff, and provide ongoing training and family communication to ensure high-quality ABA therapy for children ages 3–22. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification and NYS LBA in good standing.
• BACB 8-hour Supervision Training.
• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification at hire.
• 5+ years in ABA, including 2+ years as BCBA.
• Center-based BCBA experience with supervising RBTs.
• Experience overseeing programming for ages 3-22.
• Strong assessment skills (e.g., Vineland).

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload: assessments, treatment plans, BIPs, and RBT supervision.
• Be the live clinical presence on the floor: coach technicians mid-session and respond to escalations using CPI–consistent de-escalation.
• Make real-time shift decisions, such as coverage, session changes, and opening or closing the center.
• Manage the RBTs on your shift: onboarding, monthly standards checks, and performance reviews.
• Deliver a monthly clinical training for center staff, alternating with the other Lead.
• Keep families informed with warm, same-day communication.
• Meet weekly 1:1 with your Site Director.

Skills

BCBA certification

RBT supervision

Staff training

CPI/CPR

ABA experience

Center-based leadership

Ages 3-22

Clinical leadership

Education

BCBA certification

NYS LBA

BACB supervision training

Job description

BCBA Center Based

Location of Service: Onsite Center Based Services

Salary: $95K - $100K

20-30 Billable hours

Start Date: Immediate Opening

About Dragonfly Cares

Dragonfly Cares is a mission-driven ABA organization helping children with autism and developmental differences thrive. We serve families across Long Island in centers, homes, schools, and communities. Our team shares one goal: meaningful progress for every child and family.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced BCBA to be the senior clinical presence in one of our centers. As Lead BCBA, you’ll carry a clinical caseload and also guide the shift as the clinician families and technicians look for when something is happening. You’ll manage the RBT team on your shift and work directly with your Site Director.

Schedule & Pay

• Full-time (40 hrs/week), year-round, salaried. PM shift
• Up to 30 billable hours per week, with at least 7.5 hours protected for admin, planning, and leadership work
• Salary: $95K-$100K
• Start date: immediate

What You’ll Do

• Manage your own caseload: assessments, treatment plans, BIPs, and RBT supervision
• Be the live clinical presence on the floor: coach technicians mid-session and respond to escalations using CPI-consistent de-escalation
• Make real-time shift decisions, such as coverage, session changes, and opening or closing the center
• Manage the RBTs on your shift: onboarding, monthly standards checks, and performance reviews
• Deliver a monthly clinical training for center staff, alternating with the other Lead
• Keep families informed with warm, same-day communication
• Meet weekly 1:1 with your Site Director

• Active BCBA and NYS LBA, in good standing
• BACB 8-hour Supervision Training
• CPI and CPR/First Aid, or willingness to obtain at hire
• 5+ years in ABA, including 2+ years as a BCBA
• Center-based BCBA experience and experience supervising RBTs
• Experience overseeing programming for children ages 3-22
• Strong assessment skills (e.g., Vineland) and comfort guiding RBTs and clients through escalations
• Excellent communication and organization, and the ability to give direct, kind feedback

• Competitive Salary: $95K - $100K
• Protected time to lead, not just a full billable schedule
• Unlimited free CEUs and virtual trainings
• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification at hire and renewal
• Annual allowance to attend a professional development seminar or conference of your choice
• Support from a Site Director and a Center Coordinator who handles scheduling, phones, and supplies.
• Benefits and PTO: 401K, Health Benefits, Dental, Vision, 11 Federal Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Referral bonus: Earn up to $250 per referral's qualifications