Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Friday/Saturday Social Skills Program

Autism Behavioral Center; Berlin (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid non-billable time

Ongoing mentorship and collaboration

CE opportunities

Job summary

Autism Behavioral Center (ABC) is seeking a dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst for a Per Diem Social Skills BCBA role. The position offers flexibility to build a caseload, with required Friday and Saturday blocks and mentorship from a supportive leadership team.

The organization emphasizes assent-based, compassionate ABA, family-centered care, and collaborative clinical practices while allowing autonomy in caseload size and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in ABA or related field required.
• Active BCBA certification required.
• Current MA LABA licensure or ability to obtain required.
• Availability on Fridays and Saturdays required.
• Experience designing and leading social skills groups with peer-mediated interventions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee structured social skills groups for varying ages and profiles.
• Conduct social skill assessments and intake evaluations for new participants.
• Develop individualized behavior and social skill plans focusing on peer interaction and group cooperation.
• Provide direct supervision and mentorship to technicians and coordinators in social groups.
• Ensure Friday afternoon and Saturday sessions run smoothly with high client engagement.
• Monitor progress using group data and ongoing assessments; complete documentation per requirements.
• Educate and collaborate with families using assent-based ABA practices to support home/generalization.
• Maintain regular communication with families via supervision, email, and phone.
• Collaborate with Clinical Director and interdisciplinary team to refine curricula.

Skills

BCBA certification

Massachusetts licensure eligibility

Social skills groups experience

Mentorship ability

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis

Job description

Per Diem | Flexible Schedule | $80.00 per Billable Hour, Paid Non-Billable Time | Compassionate, Values-Driven ABA Practice

Autism Behavioral Center (ABC) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join Team ABC as a Per Diem Social Skills BCBA. We are looking for clinicians who are passionate about facilitating group social dynamics, building peer connections, and delivering high-quality, ethical ABA services while enjoying the flexibility to build a caseload that fits their schedule and professional goals.

At ABC, we are committed to assent-based, compassionate clinical practices that prioritize dignity, independence, and family-centered care. Our BCBAs receive ongoing clinical collaboration and mentorship while maintaining the autonomy to choose the size of their caseload and availability.

About ABC

Autism Behavioral Center's mission is to improve independence and social awareness for individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder while supporting and empowering their families. We provide individualized, evidence-based services including one-to-one in-home ABA therapy, center-based services, social skills groups, and community programming. Every program is thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs of each client and family.

Job Summary

The Per Diem Social Skills BCBA provides clinical assessment, curriculum design, session oversight, group facilitation, and caregiver consultation for clients participating in center- and community-based social skills programs.

• Required Availability: Friday afternoons and Saturdays.
• Flexibility: Outside of required Friday afternoon and Saturday social skills group blocks, clinicians have the flexibility to determine their own additional caseload size and schedule while collaborating with a supportive clinical leadership team.

What We Offer

• $80.00 per hour
• Paid Non-Billable Time
• Targeted Schedule: Consistent Friday afternoon and Saturday group program hours with flexible options for additional caseload growth
• Choose the size of your own caseload with no minimum caseload requirement beyond
• Ongoing mentorship and clinical collaboration
• Online CE opportunities and professional development focused on peer interactions and group instruction
• Technology and administrative support for scheduling, authorizations, and group roster management
• No 1:1 direct therapy required

Our Clinical Values

At Autism Behavioral Center, our clinical work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and respect for the individuals and families we serve. We are committed to delivering high-quality, ethical ABA services that prioritize dignity, autonomy, and meaningful outcomes.

Our Clinical Team Practices

• Assent-based, client-centered care that respects individual preferences and promotes trust.
• Compassionate ABA with an emphasis on skill building, emotional safety, peer pairing, and quality of life.
• Data-informed decision making balanced with clinical judgment and individual context.

Family collaboration and education

Ongoing mentorship and support, recognizing that strong clinicians continue to grow throughout their careers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee structured social skills groups tailored to varying age groups, developmental levels, and social profiles.
• Conduct social skill assessments (e.g., PEAK, AFLS, Social Savvy, or crest-based group assessments) and intake evaluations for new group participants.
• Develop individualized behavior intervention and social skill acquisition plans focused on peer interaction, conversational skills, emotional regulation, and group cooperation.
• Provide direct clinical supervision, coaching, and mentorship to Behavior Technicians and ABA Coordinators running social groups.
• Ensure Friday afternoon and Saturday social skills sessions run smoothly, safely, and maintain high client engagement.
• Monitor client progress through group data collection and continuous assessment.
• Complete documentation in accordance with insurance and regulatory requirements.
• Educate and collaborate with parents and caregivers using compassionate, assent-based ABA practices to support generalization at home and in community settings.
• Maintain consistent communication with families through supervision, email, and phone.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director and interdisciplinary team to support client outcomes and refine group curricula.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field.
• Active BCBA certification.
• Current LABA or ability to obtain Massachusetts licensure.
• Required Availability: Friday afternoons and Saturdays.
• Demonstrated experience design-leading, facilitating, or overseeing social skills groups and peer-mediated interventions.
• Experience collaborating with parents and caregivers.
• Strong clinical judgment, group management, organization, and communication skills.
• Commitment to ethical, compassionate, and assent-based ABA practices.

Autism Behavioral Center provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices and to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws.

Salary: $80 per hour