Pediatric Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Autism & Behavioral Spectrum; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-contributed health insurance

401(k) eligibility after one year

Mentorship from BCBAs

Job summary

AB Spectrum in St. Louis is opening a new clinic and is seeking BCBAs to focus on clinical care with no RBT shifts, lunch coverage, or floater duties. The role offers competitive base pay up to $100,000 with a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 and substantial PTO.

Enjoy four days onsite with hybrid flexibility, a manageable caseload of 4–6 children per BCBA, and predictable hours with evenings and weekends off. Work with a collaborative team and contribute to growth and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification (BACB) required.
• Missouri licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Master’s degree in ABA or related field.
• Strong clinical judgment and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with families and team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee individualized therapy treatment plans.
• Conduct assessments and monitor children’s progress.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians.
• Spend meaningful face-to-face time with children.
• Collaborate with caregivers, speech therapists, and clinical leadership.
• Maintain high standards of clinical quality and ethical care.

Skills

BCBA certification

Clinical leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Patient-centered care

Education

Master’s degree in ABA or related field

Missouri licensure eligibility

Job description

NEW St. Louis clinic opening in 2027. Limited BCBA positions available.

AB Spectrum | ABA Therapy Transformed

Through our exclusive ReggioABA Therapy™ approach we are ABA Therapy Transformed. We've created the best clinics in the industry designed around letting children's dreams come true.

We believe extraordinary therapy starts with extraordinary environments and clinicians who have the time, support, and freedom to do what they love.

More Time With Kids. Extraordinary Environments. Therapy Transformed.

You became a BCBA to make a difference in children’s lives. We’ve built a career experience that gives you the time, support, and flexibility to focus on clinical care while growing professionally and financially.

Your next chapter starts here.

• Your Role Is BCBA: Focus on clinical care, with no RBT shifts, lunch coverage, floater duties, or recruiting responsibilities.
• Up to 6 Weeks Paid Time Off: Enjoy 12 paid holidays, 4 paid personal days, and the potential to earn 15 PTO days, providing over six weeks of combined paid time off.
• Up to $100,000 Base Salary: Plus quarterly performance bonus opportunities. Based on your experince and skills as a BCBA.
• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 for eligible locations
• Four Days Onsite with Hybrid Flexibility: Combine time with your clinic team with opportunities to complete appropriate responsibilities remotely.
• 25 Weekly Billable Hours: A manageable expectation that supports quality clinical care and work-life balance.
• Only 4–6 Children Per BCBA: Small caseloads that allow meaningful face-to-face time and individualized care.
• No Driving Between Locations: Work at one clinic without traveling between homes, schools, or multiple clinics during your workday.
• No Making Up Hours: You won’t be expected to make up hours missed because of client cancellations.
• Predictable Hours: Weekday clinic schedules with evenings and weekends off.

The AB Spectrum Difference

• The Best Autism Clinic Enviroments: Work with children in thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor environments inspired by our ReggioABA™ approach.
• Clinical and Income Growth: Advance your expertise and earning potential while staying a practicing clinician. Grow your career without taking on management or leadership responsibilities.
• Mentorship Opportunities: Receive guidance from experienced BCBAs and clinical leaders to strengthen your skills and support your professional goals.
• CEU Support Opportunities: Continue learning through eligible CEU support and professional development opportunities.
• Clinical Collaboration: Work alongside experienced BCBAs, speech-language pathologists, and clinical leaders.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Employer-contributed health insurance and 401(k) eligibility after one year.
• Additional Rewards: Employee referral incentives and other eligible benefits.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and oversee individualized, therapy treatment plans.
• Conduct assessments and monitor children’s progress.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians.
• Spend meaningful face-to-face time with children.
• Collaborate with caregivers, speech therapists, and clinical leadership.
• Maintain high standards of clinical quality and ethical care.

What We’re Looking For

• Active BCBA certification through the BACB.
• Missouri licensure or eligibility to obtain required licensure.
• Master’s degree in ABA or a related field.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills.
• Passion for early intervention and helping children with autism thrive.

Grow your career. Enjoy more time with your family.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

75,000 - 100,000 USD per year(AB Spectrum Mehlville Clinic)