BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Hybrid - Bel Air, MD

Field-based — sessions take place in clients' homes, schools, and communities.

Pay

$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

• Do the work you trained to do — without the friction that burns you out. We remove barriers with dedicated schedulers, billing specialists, and intake staff so you focus on clinical work, not paperwork.
• Invest in your growth with a network of 100+ BCBAs alongside Speech and Occupational Therapists, mentorship, case collaboration, special interest groups, and a defined, tiered career ladder.
• Transparent, performance-based compensation with total earnings up to $116K, supported by infrastructure to help you succeed without burning out.
• Stable yet growing organization with seven centers across Maryland and Virginia, and services in five states, offering real room to advance.
• Multiple earning opportunities: up to $5,000 per hired referral through our BCBA referral program or up to $8,000 annually through our BACB supervision program.

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
• Leadership Opportunities and OBM Training

Responsibilities

• Travel to clients' homes, schools, and community settings to conduct comprehensive skills and behavior assessments within each child's natural environment.
• Develop and continuously refine individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions tailored to each child's unique learning profile and daily contexts.
• Train, supervise, and support your team of RBTs in the field, fostering collaboration, clinical consistency, and a shared commitment to quality.
• Partner with families through hands-on education and coaching, empowering caregivers to integrate treatment strategies into daily routines.
• Collaborate with supervisors and the quality assurance team to review outcomes, share knowledge, and continuously raise the standard of care.
• Mentor and inspire the next generation of behavior analysts as part of a BHCOE-accredited training site.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
• Licensed in Maryland (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
• 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.