Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Midwest Autism and Therapy Center; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Midwest Autism & Therapy Center in Iowa seeks a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst to provide clinical oversight for ABA services. The BCBA will mentor staff, supervise RBTs, and ensure high-quality care across programs in Ankeny or Waukee.

You will oversee treatment plan fidelity, caregiver training, and collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams while maintaining optimal clinician-to-client ratios and supporting organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA, psychology, special education, or related field.
• BCBA certification required (BACB).
• LBA or licensure eligibility in the state.
• 3–5 years ABA clinic experience as BCBA (preferred).
• Experience supervising RBTs and behavior technicians.
• Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to BACB Ethics Code.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and mentoring of clinical staff.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality ABA services with fidelity.
• Maintain clinician-client ratios and treatment plan compliance.
• Supervise RBTs and other clinical staff; support professional development.
• Onboard and train new clinical staff; support program growth.
• Collaborate with leadership on clinic operations and quality initiatives.
• Maintain reasonable caseloads to ensure quality client care.

Skills

BCBA supervision

RBT supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Org & time management

Ethical practice (BACB)

Team mentorship

Education

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

Job description

Description

Benefits of joining this great team in Ankeny or Waukee! ***Sign on Bonus of $10,000***

• Making a difference every day in the lives we serve!
• Starting salary of $85,000-95,000 depending on experience
• Incentive bonuses
• Ample PTO & work-life balance
• Generous health benefits including but not limited to Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Mental Health Days, and Employee Assistance Program
• CEUs available through internal Learning Module System free of charge.
• Team-building events
• A team that is responsive, supportive, and promotes a strong company culture

About Us

At Midwest Autism & Therapy Centers, we create a culture where clinical expertise is recognized, supported, and celebrated. As a center-based and outcomes-focused organization, our mission is simple: to show up as our best so we can create the greatest possible impact in the lives of the children and families we serve.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Midwest Autism & Therapy Center is seeking a passionate and experienced Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our Woodbury team. This role is responsible for providing clinical oversight, mentoring clinical staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, and supporting the continued growth and success of our programs.

As a BCBA, you will oversee clinical excellence by maintaining appropriate clinician-to-client ratios, ensuring individualized treatment plans are implemented with fidelity, and promoting evidence-based practices across your team. You will provide ongoing supervision, mentorship, and professional development to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and other clinical staff while fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and monitoring treatment plans, client progress, and clinical outcomes to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Conducting regular caregiver training and collaborating with families and interdisciplinary providers to support meaningful client progress.
• Ensuring compliance with BACB Ethics Code, payer requirements, state regulations, and organizational policies.
• Supporting clinician development through mentorship, training, performance feedback, and clinical consultation.
• Assisting with onboarding, training, and competency development of new clinical staff.
• Partnering with operational leadership to promote efficient clinic operations, quality assurance initiatives, and continuous program improvement.
• Maintaining reasonable caseload expectations that allow for meaningful supervision, timely treatment plan updates, and exceptional client care.

Our Registered Behavior Technicians are supported through structured training, ongoing supervision, and consistent schedules that promote both employee satisfaction and positive client outcomes. We believe investing in our team creates stronger clinical programs and better outcomes for the children and families we serve.

Midwest Autism & Therapy Center is committed to providing a collaborative, team-oriented environment where clinical excellence is the standard. We utilize electronic clinical data collection systems to support treatment planning, progress monitoring, quality assurance, and insurance documentation, allowing our clinicians to focus on delivering exceptional ABA services.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field
• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the BACB
• Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) or eligibility for licensure in the state (if applicable)
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience providing ABA services as a BCBA in a clinic setting (preferred, not always required)
• Experience supervising RBTs and behavior technicians
• Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to ethical practice aligned with BACB Ethics Code