Job Description
Overview About Verbal Beginnings At Verbal Beginnings, we combine the heart of a team-oriented center with the resources of a leading ABA provider. Our mission is to improve the lives of children with autism and their families by delivering exceptional, evidence-based care - while supporting the professionals who make it possible. We’ve built a collaborative community where BCBAs can focus on what they do best: changing lives. What Sets Us Apart? You became a BCBA to make an impact—not to spend your day on scheduling issues, insurance calls, or working in isolation. At Verbal Beginnings, we’ve built a model that removes those barriers so you can focus on clinical care, collaboration, and growth. We combine the heart of a team-oriented center with the resources of a leading ABA provider, creating an environment where BCBAs feel supported, valued, and set up for long-term success. Clinical Support That Lets You Focus on Care - Enjoy full administrative support with dedicated schedulers, billing specialists, and intake staff—so you can stay focused on your clients, not paperwork. Built-In Collaboration - Join a network of 100+ BCBAs as well as a team of Speech & Occupational Therapists, with access to mentorship, case collaboration, conferences, and special interest groups. Clear Career Growth - We offer defined advancement opportunities to Senior BCBA, Clinical Director, and beyond, plus professional development stipends to support your goals. BCBA-Led Leadership - As a BCBA-owned and operated organization, our leadership understands your role and prioritizes clinical quality, support, and sustainability. Commitment to Quality - We are an ACQ and BHCOE-accredited provider of ABA therapy, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of care and professional development. Training & Supervision Excellence - As a BHCOE-accredited training site, we support the next generation of clinicians through evidence-based supervision and our internal practicum, Verbal Beginnings Academy. A Culture That Values You - From team events including our annual leadership retreat for BCBAs, to recognition programs, we believe great clinicians deserve to feel appreciated, connected, and supported. At Verbal Beginnings, you’re not just another BCBA on a roster - you’re part of a community that invests in your success. We provide the tools, support, and career path to help you do your best work and love coming to work every day. Compensation & Earning Potential Our Center-Based BCBAs receive a competitive base salary of $90,000-$110,000, based on experience and level, with the opportunity to earn substantial quarterly bonuses to earn up to an additional $40,000 annually through our quarterly bonus program. What That Can Look Like 25 billables/week: $90,000-$110,000 (base salary) 27 billables/week: $100,000-$120,000 30 billables/week: $113,000-$133,000 32 billables/week: $122,000-$142,000 34 billables/week: Up to $130,000-$150,000 What To Expect Guaranteed base salary Quarterly bonuses tied to average billable hours across the quarter Admin and support staff in place to help you achieve your goals without added burnout Consistent, center-based scheduling for predictability and work-life balance Estimated total compensation is based on average weekly billable hours and may vary based on performance and schedule. Benefits Full medical, dental, and vision insurance with low out-of-pocket costs Generous Time Off structure (27 paid days off annually) Paid parental leave Professional Development stipends Supervision Incentive - additional incentive earnings for BACB supervision of BCBA trainees (up to $8K annually) Short-term/long-term Disability Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Sign-on and/or relocation bonus for qualified candidates Schedule & Caseload Schedule: Center hours are Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. No nights, no weekends! Caseload: Small caseloads of 6 kiddos (max caseload of 7 kiddos for our more experienced BCBAs). Responsibilities As a Center-based BCBA, you will: Conduct skills and behavior assessments to deeply understand your clients Develop comprehensive treatment plans and plan evidence-based interventions Train, supervise, and support a small team of RBTs dedicated to your clients Collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, and the quality assurance team to achieve optimal client outcomes Coordinate with and train caregivers to empowe