BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Hybrid - Towson, MD

About the role

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.

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.

Pay

$90.00‑$95.00 per hour, with total compensation potential of $116,000+ annually. Additional earning: up to $8,000/year for BACB supervision + unlimited referral bonuses (up to $5,000 per hired referral).

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 the contexts in which they live.
• 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 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
• 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.