BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Hybrid - Alexandria, VA

Overview

Changing lives. One child at a time. One professional at a time.

• Location: Field‑based — sessions take place in clients' homes, schools, and communities.
• Schedule: Flexible — caseload scheduling is based on your availability, proximity to cases, and personal goals.
• Compensation: $90.00‑$95.00 per hour, with total compensation potential of $116,000+ annually.
• Additional earnings: Up to $8,000/year for BACB supervision + unlimited referral bonuses.

About Verbal Beginnings

Verbal Beginnings is a growing, BCBA‑owned and operated, BHCOE‑accredited and ACQ‑accredited ABA therapy provider dedicated to unlocking the potential of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. With the belief that every child can learn, we promote independence and improve the quality of life for the children and families we serve through individualized, evidence‑based treatment. We offer a full continuum of programs — including Early Intervention, In‑Home, Social Skills, Feeding, Diagnostic, and our Comprehensive Services program incorporating Speech and OT — and we prioritize, support, and fund the professional development of every clinician on our team.

Why BCBAs Should Join Us

At Verbal Beginnings, you can do the work you trained to do — without the friction that burns you out elsewhere. Founded in 2011 by two clinicians who believed the people delivering care deserve as much investment as the kids receiving it, we have built that belief into our structure.

• Dedicated schedulers, billing specialists, and intake staff let you focus on clinical work, not paperwork.
• A network of 100+ BCBAs alongside Speech and Occupational Therapists provides mentorship, case collaboration, and special‑interest groups.
• A defined, tiered career ladder spells out competencies for each level, so you always know what “next” looks like and how to get there.
• Transparent, performance‑based compensation with total earnings up to $116K, supported by infrastructure that helps you achieve it without burning out.
• Seven centers across Maryland and Virginia, services in five states, and continued growth offer stability and room for advancement.
• Earn up to $5,000 per hired referral or up to $8,000 annually through our BACB supervision program.
• A culture where clinicians who care about outcomes, growth, and craft can build something lasting, not just fill a caseload.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Professionally Managed 401(k) Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Stipend + Monthly CEUs
• BACB Supervision Incentive — up to $8,000 annually
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses
• Relocation Assistance (ask us!)
• Leadership Opportunities and OBM Training

Responsibilities

• Travel to clients' homes, schools, and community settings to conduct comprehensive skills and behavior assessments, deeply understanding each child's needs, strengths, and goals within their natural environment.
• Develop and continuously refine individualized treatment plans using innovative, evidence‑based interventions tailored to each child's unique learning profile and context.
• Train, supervise, and support your team of RBTs in the field — fostering collaboration, clinical consistency, and a shared commitment to quality across every session.
• Partner with families through hands‑on education and coaching, empowering caregivers to carry treatment strategies into daily routines and become confident advocates for their child's development.
• Collaborate with supervisors and the quality assurance team to review outcomes, share knowledge across cases, and continuously raise the standard of care delivered to every child you serve.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• Licensed in Virginia (or actively pursuing licensure) at the time of hire
• Experience supervising the implementation of ABA‑based treatment programs by RBTs
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation for travel to client locations
• A genuine dedication to providing high‑quality, outcomes‑based care for children and their families

Physical Requirements

• Perform physical activities including reaching, grasping, walking briskly, running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, and transitioning quickly between positions throughout the day.
• Communicate clearly and effectively using verbal and non‑verbal methods appropriate for each child.
• Independently operate a vehicle to travel to and from client locations.