Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA (full-time, center based)

Littleleaves; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated BCBA to join their Frederick, MD center. This role offers a guaranteed base salary with potential earnings between $93,000 to $103,000, alongside generous benefits like unlimited PTO and professional development opportunities. You'll lead ABA therapy services for children with developmental delays, ensuring high-quality interventions and fostering a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and growing your career in a supportive team, this position is an excellent opportunity to thrive.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off (Unlimited PTO)

Quarterly Incentives

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Plans

401(K) Plan

Relocation Assistance

Generous Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field and BCBA certification required.
• 5+ years of experience with children with developmental delays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Oversee treatment implementation and supervise staff.
• Train families and caregivers on ABA strategies.

Skills

Behavioral Assessments

Individualized ABA Treatment Plans

Functional Behavior Assessments

Collaboration and Communication

Supervision and Staff Training

Time Management

Education

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Psychology

Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA or BCBA-D)

Tools

ABLLS

VB-MAPP

Job description

Company Overview

Center Based Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Opportunity at our Frederick, MD Center

Why Grow your BCBA Career with Little Leaves

• Compensation and Schedule: We offer a guaranteed base salary (not based on billables), quarterly incentives, and other company-paid benefits that can provide a total compensation (base plus bonus/benefits) earning potential between $93,000 to $103,000
• Continue your Growth: Professional Development Budget
• Recharge: Flexible Time Off (unlimited PTO), 11 Holidays
• Schedule: Center based, no nights or weekends. Possibility to work off-site weekly with approval
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses: Generous referral bonuses - no limitations!

Other Great Benefits

• Small caseloads
• Bonus Opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision Plans
• Professionally-Managed 401(K) Plan
• Focus On Clinical Quality, Supervision & Mentorship
• Fun & Supportive Team Environment
• Relocation Assistance - Ask Us!

What makes Little Leaves a great place to work in ABA:

• Ethics: Little Leaves has an unwavering commitment to ethics—both clinically and in our business practices.
• Professional Development: With growth as a core value, Little Leaves ensures all staff receive ongoing professional development. Opportunities include regular supervision with an experienced BCBA/BCBA-D, peer reviews, all-staff trainings, and in-house CEU-granting presentations. Little Leaves also provides financial support for conference and workshop attendance.
• High-quality Behavior Technicians: Well-trained Behavior Technicians mean your programming will be implemented with fidelity. Little Leaves uses rigorous hiring standards to find the right team members and a consistent training model including hands-on coaching.
• Multi-Tier Model: Little Leaves uses an apprentice-style model to develop upcoming and recent BCBAs into competent, independent case supervisors.
• Center-based program: Being together in one building allows more regular supervision and support, fostering a collaborative community where we can work closely each day. More time together, less in cars!
• What we do: We provide high-quality, critical early intervention programs based on ABA principles, supporting children with social, behavior, and language challenges, especially Autism Spectrum Disorders, across Virginia, the DC metro, Baltimore metro, and South Florida.

Overview

As a BCBA with Little Leaves, you will:

Supervising Behavior Analysts manage and oversee ABA therapy services for children with developmental delays, especially Autism Spectrum Disorders. Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, supervising therapists, staff training, and working with families. BCBA or BCBA-D certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral assessments
• Develop and modify individualized ABA treatment plans
• Perform Functional Behavior Assessments and create Behavior Intervention Plans
• Oversee treatment implementation and supervise staff
• Collaborate with the child's team, family, and other professionals
• Train families and caregivers
• Provide ongoing staff training
• Maintain client records and reports
• Create support materials
• Provide BCBA supervision (training provided)
• Ensure policy compliance

Qualifications

Desired qualifications include:

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology, ABA, Special Education, or related field
• Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA or BCBA-D)
• At least 5 years of experience with children with developmental delays or Autism
• Experience with assessments like ABLLS or VB-MAPP
• Experience developing treatment plans and monitoring progress
• Supervision and staff training experience
• Experience working with families
• Knowledge of Skinner’s verbal operants and naturalistic teaching
• Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and caseload management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to BACB ethics
• Proven success in previous roles
• Technologically proficient and enthusiastic

We believe in team collaboration, ongoing learning, and professional growth, which are key to our success.

Salary and Physical Requirements

Starting from USD $77,500/year.

Health and Safety: All candidates must wear an approved mask when reporting to physical work sites, as part of our health and safety policies.