Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Aaran Therapy Center; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Aaran Therapy Center in Woodbury, MN seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide clinical leadership and oversight of ABA services, in accordance with Minnesota DHS and EIDBI requirements, BACB ethical standards, and HIPAA.

The BCBA will oversee assessments, treatment planning, supervision of staff, caregiver collaboration, data-driven progress monitoring, and thorough documentation to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA, psychology, special education or related field.
• Current BCBA certification in good standing.
• Minnesota LBA or willingness to obtain prior to start date.
• Ability to meet DHS background study requirements.
• Experience working with children with developmental or behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments, reassessments, and FBAs as clinically indicated.
• Develop, implement, and update ITPs and behavior intervention plans per EIDBI standards.
• Design skill acquisition and behavior reduction programs for meaningful outcomes.
• Monitor treatment and client progress via data collection and graphing.
• Provide supervision and feedback to RBTs and direct care staff.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation meeting DHS and HIPAA requirements.

Education

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a closely related field

BCBA certification in good standing

Minnesota Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or willingness to obtain prior to start date

Ability to meet DHS background study requirements

Experience working with children with developmental or behavioral needs

Job description

Position Summary

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) provides clinical leadership and oversight of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services delivered in accordance with Minnesota DHS and EIDBI requirements, BACB ethical standards, and HIPAA regulations. This role includes assessment, treatment planning, supervision, caregiver collaboration, progress monitoring, and documentation to support high-quality, compliant care.

This position is primarily center-based in Woodbury with limited hybrid flexibility for assessment-related work and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning

• Conduct initial assessments, reassessments, and clinically indicated Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
• Develop, implement, and update Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs) and behavior intervention plans aligned with EIDBI standards
• Design skill acquisition and behavior reduction programs that support meaningful, functional outcomes

Program Oversight & Data-Driven Care

• Monitor treatment implementation and client progress through ongoing data collection, graphing, and analysis
• Modify programming based on objective data and clinical judgment
• Complete progress summaries, treatment updates, and required documentation within established timelines

Supervision & Staff Support

• Provide clinical supervision and feedback to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and other direct care staff
• Train staff on treatment protocols, ethical practice, and accurate data collection
• Support staff development and maintain supervision requirements in accordance with BACB and DHS guidelines

Family Collaboration & Integrated Care

• Partner with families and caregivers to establish goals, review progress, and provide caregiver training
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (OT, SLP, psychology) to support coordinated care
• Communicate clearly and professionally while maintaining confidentiality

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Maintain accurate, timely, and audit-ready clinical records
• Adhere to DHS, EIDBI, BACB, and HIPAA standards
• Participate in clinical reviews and quality improvement activities as needed

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a closely related field
• Current BCBA certification in good standing
• Minnesota Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or willingness to obtain prior to start date
• Ability to meet DHS background study requirements
• Experience working with children with developmental or behavioral needs
• Strong clinical writing, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience providing or supervising ABA services under EIDBI
• Experience with caregiver training and interdisciplinary collaboration

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday–Friday, daytime hours
• Center-based services in Woodbury with limited hybrid flexibility
• Supportive, team-based clinical environment focused on quality care and sustainability

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and based on experience and role scope. Benefits may include:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution (if available).
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aaran Therapy Center is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.