First Children Services·Plainfield, New Jersey
The BCBA conducts functional behavioral assessments and designs individualized behavior analytic interventions for students in school settings. They also provide supervision to clinical support teams and coordinate with instructional treatment teams and families.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA): Full time/Exempt (School-Based), Part Time/Non-Exempt (PT job description attached)
Plainfield, NJ and surrounding NNJ Region.
Compensation Range: $86,000-$93,000/annually (base)
**bonus eligible
Our robust, performance-based bonus program may significantly increase total compensation and is designed to reward clinical excellence and productivity.
Final compensation is determined based on multiple factors, including the number of billable hours the clinician maintains, years of relevant experience, certification status, demonstrated clinical competencies, and geographic location.
This position is posted as full-time. Compensation will be adjusted accordingly if a part-time schedule is requested and approved.
The BCBA conducts functional behavioral assessments and provides behavior analytic interpretations of the results.
The BCBA designs and supervises behavioral analytic interventions.
The BCBA is able to effectively develop and implement appropriate assessment and interventions methods for use across multiple environments and for a range of cases.
The BCBA seeks the consultation of more experienced practitioners where necessary.
The BCBA teaches others to carry out ethical and effective behavior analytic interventions based on published research and designs and delivers instruction in behavior analysis.
BCBAs supervise the work of the ABA therapists on their teams.
This role will be part of the clinical team, reporting to NJ State and Regional Directors.
Our benefit package for full-time associates includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, short & long-term disability, access to EAP and discount plans, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid sick time, paid holidays, and employee referral bonus plan. Part‑time employees receive a more limited benefits offering consistent with their eligibility as outlined by company policies.
First Children Services is comprised of a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing the very best services day in and day out.
We integrate a variety of effective techniques along with family involvement to achieve optimum results.
At First Children Services, children and their families with the most extraordinary challenges are met with compassion, dedication and determination.
EEO: First Children Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
Our agency prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
First Children Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at recruitment@firstchildrenservices.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition ID number of the position for which you are applying.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in psychology, special education, or a related field and possess an active BCBA certification. Additionally, they must have at least two years of experience working with children on the autism spectrum and hold an LBA licensure in New Jersey.
Market context
New Jersey BCBA openings often reflect steady demand from schools, clinics, and autism-focused providers seeking certified clinicians with licensure in place. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a master’s degree, active BCBA certification, New Jersey LBA licensure, and experience with children on the autism spectrum. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure and experience details before applying.