About the job

Location: Hybrid - Goldsboro, NC

Salary: $110,000-$120,000 annually (based on experience)

Sign-On Bonus: $10,000-$20,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

To welcome the right clinical leader to our team, we are offering a sign-on bonus of $10,000-$20,000, based on experience, leadership background, and qualifications.

About Our Team

Our collaborative team includes:

• Speech-Language Pathologists

• Occupational Therapists

• Developmental Therapists

• Mental Health Professionals

• Administrative and Clinical Support Staff

Together, we provide coordinated, family-centered care designed to help every child reach their fullest potential.

Position Summary

The Lead BCBA will serve as the Licensed Qualified Autism Service Provider (LQASP) and provide assessment, treatment planning, supervision, and clinical oversight for children receiving Research-Based Behavioral Health Treatment (RB-BHT) services. Beyond providing exceptional clinical care, this role offers the opportunity to influence the success of our ABA program through leadership, mentorship, program development, and quality improvement initiatives.

What You'll Do

Clinical Services

• Conduct behavioral assessments and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)

• Develop individualized ABA treatment plans and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

• Determine medical necessity for ABA services

• Monitor client progress using objective, data-driven decision making

• Adjust treatment plans based on clinical outcomes

• Provide direct ABA services when clinically appropriate

• Maintain high standards of ethical and evidence-based practice

Leadership & Program Development

As a Lead BCBA, you will play a vital role by:

• Creating treatment and supervision workflows

• Mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)

• Supporting future program growth

• Promoting a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement

Supervision

• Supervise Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in accordance with BACB standards and North Carolina Medicaid requirements

• Complete competency assessments and performance evaluations

• Provide ongoing coaching and clinical mentorship

• Ensure quality service delivery across all cases

Family & Community Collaboration

• Provide parent training and caregiver education

• Collaborate with physicians, schools, and community providers

• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning alongside Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Developmental Therapy, and Mental Health professionals

• Build meaningful, trusting relationships with children and families

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete evaluations, treatment plans, progress reports, and clinical documentation accurately and on time

• Participate in insurance authorization and reauthorization processes

• Maintain compliance with BACB Ethics Code, NC Medicaid Clinical Coverage Policies, and payer requirements

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program evaluation

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field

• Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

• Current North Carolina Behavior Analyst License or ability to obtain prior to employment

• Eligible to enroll and maintain active NC Medicaid provider status

• Minimum one year of experience providing ABA services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related developmental disabilities

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Commitment to ethical, compassionate, evidence-based care

Preferred

• Two or more years of BCBA experience

• Experience supervising Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)

• Experience working with early intervention, preschool-aged, and school-aged children

• Experience with CentralReach or other electronic medical record systems

• Previous leadership, clinical supervision, or program development experience

Why Join Our Team?

This position offers much more than a typical BCBA role.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to clinical best practices and treatment standards

• Mentor future clinicians and RBTs

• Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary professionals

• Make a lasting impact on children and families throughout Eastern North Carolina

• Enjoy a collaborative, supportive work environment that values quality care over high-volume productivity

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary: $110,000-$120,000 annually

• Sign-on bonus: $10,000-$20,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

• Career advancement opportunities

• Flexible hybrid schedule

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid holidays

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment

Application Questions

Please answer the following questions:

1. Do you currently hold a Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field?

2. Are you currently certified as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)?

3. Do you hold a North Carolina Behavior Analyst License, or are you eligible to obtain one before employment?

4. Are you eligible to enroll and maintain active NC Medicaid provider status?

5. How many years of experience do you have providing ABA services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related developmental disabilities?

6. Are you seeking full-time or part-time employment?

7. If applying for part-time employment, what days and hours are you available?

8. What are your salary expectations?