Board Certified Behavior Analyst

acornhealth; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Acorn Health is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Program Supervisor to lead our Silver Spring location. You will supervise approximately ten families, coordinate with a team of technicians, and drive evidence-based treatment plans.

You’ll guide clinical decisions, monitor progress, and support families across center, home, and community settings. This role emphasizes collaboration, case supervision, and ongoing professional development, with a compensation package including

Qualifications

• Master's degree in ABA or related field meeting certification requirements.
• Active BCBA certification with BACB.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in autism assessment and treatment.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client care from initial assessment through ongoing treatment, including functional, behavioral, and developmental assessments.
• Develop and monitor individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and treatment plans using data-driven decisions.
• Serve as the clinical lead for assigned cases, providing supervision, feedback, and training to Behavior Technicians.
• Monitor treatment fidelity and client progress, analyze clinical data, and adjust interventions as needed.
• Partner with parents/caregivers through family training, regular communication, and ongoing support.
• Collaborate with colleagues, schools, and partners to promote consistent, effective interventions across settings.

Skills

BCBA certification

Data-driven decision making

Teaching and training

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Job description

Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing the best quality care for our clients. We aim to continually establish best-in-class standards in integrity and quality for not only ourselves, but also in the field of ABA. We work courageously and with accountability to focus on the individuality of each child, collaborate with client families, and generate permanence in client outcomes. We strive to hire and to invest in our greatest asset - our employees, who are the heart of Acorn Health.

Acorn Health is a standard-setting family of ABA treatment providers. We believe the best employees want to work with companies who share their beliefs, and that is true for families who entrust us with children they love. Every day and every interaction, we strive to demonstrate our Five Core Values.

Acorn Health is looking for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team as a Program Supervisor in our Silver Spring location!

At Acorn Health, we're committed to increasing access to care through ethical practice, manageable caseloads, and meaningful collaboration. We believe great clinical outcomes start with supported clinicians who have the resources, guidance, and flexibility to do their best work.

We also have additional clinics throughout {{Neighboring Geographic Area}} and beyond!

Our Values

Every day and every interaction, we strive to demonstrate our Five Core Values.

• Authenticity : We present our true, consistent selves. Everyone hungers for genuine connections.
• Accountability: We keep our promises and can be trusted with the life and future of a child.
• Teamwork: The best outcomes are produced by people who collaborate with enthusiasm.
• Growth: We know the needs of children and their families are unique and ever-changing.
• Hustle: In autism care and treatment, time is always of the essence. We do things now.

What You'll Do

As a BCBA Program Supervisor, you'll lead individualized assessment and treatment planning while partnering with ~10 families, a team of Registered Behavior Technicians, and fellow clinicians to support meaningful progress.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing client care from initial assessment through ongoing treatment, including functional, behavioral, and developmental assessments.
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and treatment plans using data-driven decision-making.
• Serving as the clinical lead for assigned cases, providing supervision, feedback, and training to Behavior Technicians.
• Monitoring treatment fidelity and client progress, analyzing clinical data, and adjusting interventions as needed.
• Partnering with parents and caregivers through family training, regular communication, and ongoing support.
• Collaborating with colleagues, schools, and other relevant partners to promote consistent, effective interventions across settings.
• Participating in team meetings, professional development, and opportunities to share clinical knowledge and evidence-based practices.

Services may be delivered in our centers, clients' homes, and/or community settings, depending on the needs of the client and the position, but the vast majority of our services are provided in center.

Why Work for Acorn Health?

We want our clinicians to have the support and resources they need to deliver high-quality care and continue growing professionally.

Compensation and Benefits

Our compensation package is designed to recognize clinical impact and achievement of established clinical impact hour expectations. We'll share additional details about the incentive structure during the interview process.

• Incentive bonus
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Compensation Potential:
$90,000-$110,000 (includes base salary plus monthly incentive bonus)

Clinical and Professional Development

• Continuing education unit (CEU) opportunities
• Professional development funds
• Career advancement opportunities, including Acorn's Leadership Development Institute
• Opportunities to collaborate with and learn from our Clinical Advisory Board

Work Environment and Support

• Balanced caseloads and a flexible work environment
• A collaborative, interdisciplinary clinical team
• Administrative and operational support that helps you focus on clinical care

What You'll Bring

• A master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or a related field that meets applicable certification requirements.
• Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in autism assessment and treatment.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to det