BCBA – Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Gaithersburg, MD

Helping Hands Family; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

CEU stipend

Mentorship program

Job summary

Helping Hands Family (HHF) is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in Gaithersburg, MD. You will deliver high-quality ABA services to children with autism in a clinic setting, supervise RBTs, and collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure best outcomes.

The role includes a manageable caseload, monthly mentorship, generous PTO, and relocation support. Competitive salary ranges reflect market norms for experienced BCBAs in Maryland.

Qualifications

• BCBA certification and state licensure required.
• ABA experience preferred; RBT background a plus for new BCBAs.
• Strong communication skills and clinic-based work experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based ABA services to children with autism.
• Manage a caseload up to 10 clients, with up to 28 billable hours per 40-hour week.
• Supervise and develop up to 5 RBTs.
• Conduct assessments and write individualized treatment plans; monitor client progress.
• Collaborate with Clinical Directors and Regional Directors to troubleshoot cases and uphold best practices.
• Maintain ethical documentation and compliance with BACB and state guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

ABA experience

RBT background

Education

BCBA certification

State licensure

Job description

BCBA – Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Gaithersburg, MD

BCBA

Gaithersburg

Posted October 15, 2026

Helping Hands Family (HHF), a top-rated ABA provider in the Northeast. Built by clinicians for clinicians where we believe Every Community Deserves a Helping Hand.

Why HHF is Different:

Clinical Excellence is our Core:

• Every region and BCBA has direct access to our Quality and Training Teams—tenured BCBAs who provide hands‑on mentorship to help clients and families achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Our Vineland scores consistently demonstrate top‑tier capability
• Our BCBAs meeting monthly for clinical peer reviews
• Work in clinic with peer BCBAs while having autonomy and variety to use your clinical skills to see clinical outcomes

Care for Our Clinical Team:

• Fellowship program where our fellows consistently pass their BCBA exam the first time. 100% of our fellows have passed in the last 9 months
• All Behavior Technicians are required to obtain their RBT certification you’ll be working with qualified, committed colleagues
  • 90%+ of our RBT hires pass the RBT certification exam
• Three weeks of PTO so you can care for yourself
• Clinical Supervisors hold a minimal case load, so they can support you and your clients

Care for Our Clients:

• Fully equipped clinics with sensory rooms, therapy tools, and gross motor rooms to bring treatment plans to life
• Collaborative clinical environment that fosters learning, growth, and shared problem‑solving
• Support to help clients have special moments like pictures with Santa, field trips and family outings.

What You’ll Get:

• Bonus Potential: Up to $20,000 in bonuses throughout the year
• Relocation Assistance: To ease expense of your transition
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, and Paid Family Leave
• Career Growth: $500 CEU stipend, ongoing access to FREE CEU opportunities including our internal BCBA Conference, and opportunities to contribute to clinical research and present at both internal and national professional conferences
• Ongoing Clinical Support: Dedicated mentorship and leadership backing for clinical success

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based ABA services to children with autism
• Manageable Caseload: Up to 10 clients, completing 28 billable hours in a 40‑hour week (note: billable hours are not tied to pay)
• Work with children ages 2–18, most under age 6
• Supervise and develop up to 5 RBTs
• Conduct assessments, write individualized treatment plans, and monitor client progress
• Collaborate with Clinical Directors, fellow BCBAs, and Regional Directors of Quality to troubleshoot cases and uphold best practices
• Maintain ethical documentation and compliance with BACB and state guidelines

What You’ll Need:

• Active BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• State Licensure where required
• ABA experience (RBT background a plus for new BCBAs)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a clinic‑based setting
• Passion for ethical, client‑centered ABA in a team‑focused environment

$85,000 — $95,000 USD