BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Hybrid - Ellicott City, MD - $10K Signing Bonus

Field-based role delivering ABA therapy in clients' homes, schools, and communities across Maryland and Virginia.

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. 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 prioritize, support, and fund the professional development of every clinician on our team.

Why BCBAs Should Join Us

• Dedicated schedulers, billing specialists, and intake staff handle administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on clinical work.
• Access to a network of 100+ BCBAs alongside Speech and Occupational Therapists, with mentorship, case collaboration, and special interest groups.
• Defined, tiered career ladder with clear competencies for advancement.
• Transparent, performance-based compensation with total earnings up to $116K.
• Stable yet growing organization with seven centers across Maryland and Virginia, and services in five states.
• Additional earning opportunities through a BCBA referral program (up to $5,000 per hired referral) and BACB supervision program (up to $8,000 annually).

Responsibilities

• Travel to clients' homes, schools, and community settings to conduct comprehensive skills and behavior assessments in natural environments.
• Develop and refine individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions tailored to each child's learning profile and daily contexts.
• Train, supervise, and support RBTs in the field to ensure clinical consistency and high-quality care.
• 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 and continuously improve 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Pay

$90.00–$95.00 per hour, with total compensation potential of $116,000+ annually. Additional earning opportunities include up to $8,000/year for BACB supervision and unlimited referral bonuses.

Schedule

Flexible — caseload scheduling is based on your availability, proximity to cases, and personal goals.

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.