Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Part Time

Butterfly Effects; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Butterfly Effects is a MA-based, BCBA-led ABA provider offering fee-for-service, part-time weekend roles for BCBAs who live in Massachusetts and hold licensure. The position emphasizes mentorship, supervision, and a family-centered approach to deliver meaningful interventions for children with autism.

Led by Dr. Steve Woolf, PhD, BCBA-D and Molly McGinnis, M.Ed., BCBA, the organization supports clinical growth, regional leadership opportunities, and a strong collaborative culture while

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active BCBA certification from the BACB.
• Massachusetts licensure to practice is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead & supervise RBTs and BTs to ensure high-quality ABA service delivery.
• Perform functional behavior assessments and develop individualized treatment goals and evidence-based intervention plans.
• Lead monthly caregiver training sessions to build family capacity.
• Coordinate care with therapists, educators, and other professionals for holistic client outcomes.

Skills

BCBA supervision

Clinical collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field

Active BCBA certification from the BACB

Job description

Join Butterfly Effects - Where BCBAs Lead

Fee-For-Service - Part Time (Weekends Only)

Must live and hold licensure in Massachusetts

Are you a passionate BCBA seeking a rewarding career where your expertise drives real, lasting change for children with autism spectrum disorder?

At Butterfly Effects, we're not just another ABA therapy provider - we're a BCBA-led organization dedicated to empowering you with unmatched support, professional growth, and a family-centric approach. Led by Dr. Steve Woolf, PhD, BCBA-D (President) and Molly McGinnis, M.Ed., BCBA (Vice President of Clinical Services), we prioritize your success so you can focus on what matters; making a socially meaningful change in the lives of children and families.

Why BCBAs Choose Butterfly Effects

• BCBA Leadership: BCBAs hold key roles across management and senior leadership. Your expertise shapes clinical practice and company direction, not just individual caseloads.
• Ethical, High-Quality Standards: As a fully accredited BHCOE organization, we uphold BACB guidelines and prioritize meaningful supervision, family involvement, and evidence-based ABA. No rigid quotas.
• On-the-Ground Support: Each market has a locally or regionally based clinical director available for real-time guidance and collaboration. You are never working in isolation.
• Clinical Autonomy: Design customized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs, with full access to tools, resources, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Stable Growth Paths: Clear advancement to Assistant Regional Director, Center Director, and Regional Director as we expand nationwide.
• Your Freedom: No non-compete clauses.

Compensation That Reflects Your Value

• Competitive Hourly Rate:

Professional Development & Clinical Community

• Case Reviews: Monthly clinical case reviews with all peers and clinical leadership.
• "PD Speaker Series": Internal CEU presentations led by thought leaders - experts you may only otherwise see at national conferences.
• Mentorship: New or early-career BCBAs receive personalized guidance from experienced BCBA mentors.
• Research & Publications: Our team has contributed to 15+ publications in journals including the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. Collaborate and present at national conferences.
• CEU Funding: In-house CEUs annually, plus funding for external conferences, live events, and our annual Clinical Conference.

Your Role at Butterfly Effects

As a BCBA On Our Interdisciplinary Team, You Will

• Lead & Supervise: Oversee RBTs and BTs to ensure consistent, high-quality ABA service delivery.
• Assess & Plan: Perform functional behavior assessments, develop individualized treatment goals, and create evidence-based intervention plans.
• Empower Families: Lead monthly caregiver training sessions to build long-term family capacity.
• Coordinate Care: Collaborate with therapists, educators, and other professionals for holistic client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field.
• Active BCBA certification from the BACB.
• Passion for working with children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for interdisciplinary teams.

All experience levels welcome - we tailor opportunities to your career stage.

Who are we?

Butterfly Effects has served more than 10,000 families since our inception in 2005. We have a long history of improving the lives of children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder through our family-centric applied behavior analysis (ABA) approach. Our mission is to deliver ABA treatment in partnership with families affected by ASD to foster a more joyous life.

A national leader in ASD treatment, Butterfly Effects employs more than 100 board-certified behavior analysts (BCBA) and 800 behavior technicians. The 12 states we serve are locally managed by a regional director and team of BCBAs. Our corporate office located in Deerfield Beach, Florida is home to our leadership team and administrative staff who assist with daily operations, including client services, human resources, talent acquisition, finance, revenue cycle management, quality assurance, compliance, professional development, and professional ethics.

Our butterfly logo was chosen as a symbol of love, rebirth, and metamorphosis. Together, the name and logo represent our common purpose and deep commitment to helping families create lasting change through individualized ABA therapy.

Please visit our website at www.butterflyeffects.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Butterfly Effects, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate upon the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), age, ancestry, marital status, disability, veteran status, service in the military, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role may assist with related special projects and perform other related duties as assigned by management.