Behavior Analyst

Achievement Center of LECOM Health; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 56,950 - 77,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus 5,000 after 90 days

Tuition discounts

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Achievement Center of LECOM Health is hiring a Behavior Analyst (BA) to develop and direct individualized treatment for children with behavioral health and developmental disorders. The BA will train and support BHT-ABA staff across home, school, and community settings.

Required are a Master’s in psychology/ABA/special education and LBS with BCBA certification; a valid driver’s license and clean background; a sign-on bonus of $5,000 after 90 days; and opportunities for professional growth and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, ABA, special education or related field required.
• Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and direct the implementation of the child’s treatment plan.
• Monitor, track and interpret behavioral data.
• Provide training, supervision, and consultative resources to bachelor level staff.
• Participate in internal and external team meetings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of functional behavior assessments (FBA).
• Demonstrate good writing skills.
• Engage in research and professional presentations when of interest.

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education or a related mental/behavioral health field

Job description

At the Achievement Center of LECOM Health, we believe in those we serve as much as we believe in those who serve. If you’re looking for a place that invests in your growth and values your contributions, come join us! Together, we can help ensure that any child, through any challenge, can achieve.

• Recognized as a 2025 Best Place to Work by The Nonprofit Partnership's Nonprofit Excellence Awards, we're proud of the culture we've built - one where our team feels supported, celebrated and inspired to do their best work every day.
• More than a Century of Service: Since 1923, we’ve built a legacy of making a meaningful impact on children’s lives—stability you can trust.
• Employee Engagement Above the Benchmark: We consistently score above national benchmark for employee engagement. Our team is happy, mission-driven, and supported, fostering a positive and uplifting workplace.
• Flexibility & Fun: Enjoy a work environment that values your well-being, offers flexibility, and encourages a sense of humor along the way.
• Mission-Focused Impact: Be part of helping any child overcome challenges, knowing your role truly matters.
• Feel Valued & Grow: With annual professional development dollars, tuition discounts, and year-round trainings, you’ll find real opportunity for professional growth and personal fulfillment.

Position Description

The Behavior Analyst (BA) develops and directs the individualized treatment of children diagnosed with behavioral health and developmental disorders.

The BA provides training and support to the Behavior Health Technician (BHT-ABA) on appropriate therapeutic interventions targeted to reduce client(s) maladaptive behaviors and increase adaptive behaviors as outlined in the child’s Individual Treatment Plan. Services are provided in the home, school, and other community settings.

This position reports to the assigned IBHS Supervisor and the IBHS Director.

Sign-on bonus of $5000 paid after successful completion of 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and direct the implementation of the child’s treatment plan.
• Monitor, track and interpret behavioral data.
• Provide training, supervision, and consultative resources to bachelor level staff.
• Participate in internal and external team meetings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of functional behavior assessments (FBA).
• Demonstrate good writing skills.
• Receive encouragement and support to engage in research and professional presentations locally, regionally, and nationally should this be of interest.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education or a related mental/behavioral health field.
• Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification

Additional Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license, current insurance coverage and consistent access to a reliable vehicle.
• Mandated Reporter and Safety Care Training within 30 days of hire.
• Provide clearances with a clean record, free from allegations or findings related to abuse, neglect, exploitation or other criminal acts against children, i.e. Act 33, Act 34 or FBI Clearance.

Why join the Achievement Center of LECOM Health?

Compensation

The Behavior Analyst base salary is $67,000 annually. Mileage reimbursement, regular pay raise opportunities, and staff referral bonus.

Time Off

8 Paid holidays in addition to generous vacation, sick, and paid time off.

Incentives

1 ½ times the staff’s base hourly rate of pay once their annual productivity expectation has been met. Roughly 75% of current employees earn incentives- those who do, see an incentive payment of $1,000-$10,000 annually.

Professional Advancement

Professional development opportunities and dedicated training budget.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
  • *When using the Home Host benefits, all copayments and deductibles are waived with the exception for advanced diagnostics, certain types of therapy, durable medical equipment, infertility treatment, transplants, and certain surgical expenses.
  • Employee only coverage costs only $100/month and family is only $370/month!
• Home Host option – waived co-pays and deductibles when utilizing LECOM physicians and the LECOM Medical Center
• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
  • Employee coverage is only $10/month and Family coverage is only $27.20/month.
  • BAI Insurance
• Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and AD&D are provided at no cost to you.
• Various other elective benefits are available such as Identity theft protection, Short-Term Disability, travel insurance, pet Insurance, etc.
• Employee Assistance program (EAP).
• Employee Referral program.

Retirement

403(b) Savings Plan enrollment with company match up to 6% of your contribution after one year of service.

• One Year of Service is completed after working 1,000 hours within a 12-month period. If you do not reach 1,000 hours in your first year, you will earn your Year of Service in any future year when you meet that requirement.
• Returning employees may take advantage of the retirement match immediately or earlier than one year.

Wellness

No cost Employee Assistance Program, discounted membership to LECOM Wellness Center, and a dedication to work/life balance.

Student Loan Forgiveness

We are a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply.

EEO Statement

The Achievement Center of LECOM Health commits to further living our values of inclusion and compassion and to strengthening policies and practices that better demonstrate social responsibility, diversity, inclusion equity, and cultural humility. We are committed to continuously listening, learning, and growing. We believe that an informed, diverse, and representative workforce will help everyone achieve more and do better.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.