Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- Weekly pay
- Tuition help up to $2,000 a year
- Driver's license
Open in 2 locations
Adapt for Life: Center for ABA Therapy and Autism posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Kentucky
1 open- $73,000–$91,000/yr
Louisville, KY (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 2d ago
North Carolina
1 open- $80,000–$95,000/yr
Wilmington, NC (opens on this page)
Posted today
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About the job
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Wilmington, NC | Full-Time
Join Adapt For Life
Adapt For Life is seeking a passionate Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our ABA Therapy and Autism Center in Wilmington, North Carolina .
Our mission is simple: to positively impact as many lives as possible through exceptional ABA therapy.
As a privately owned and operated organization with 21 clinics across Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Illinois, we believe great clinical outcomes start with great people. Our BCBAs receive strong clinical support, manageable caseloads, flexibility, and opportunities to continue growing professionally.
Our Core Values
- Compassion: Show You Care
- Honesty & Integrity: Do The Right Thing
- Respect: Treat Others How They Want To Be Treated
- Growth Mindset: Bloom Where You Are Planted
- Building Relationships: Make Everyone Feel Like Someone
Why Join Adapt For Life?
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Earn up to $14,300 annually in additional compensation through our Dynamic Salary Clinical Compensation Program
- Clinical caseloads designed with CASP guidelines in mind, typically around 8 learners
- Monthly work-from-home incentives supporting flexibility and work-life balance
- Direct support and mentorship from your onsite Clinical Director
- Individualized approach to ABA therapy
- Free CEU opportunities through AFL, CASP, and CentralReach
- 18 days of PTO + 6 paid holidays
- Weekly pay
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and supplemental insurance options
- Paid registration for an applicable state conference with no PTO required to attend
- Up to $2,000 per year in eligible tuition or student loan reimbursement through our Education Assistance Program
- Dedicated clinical and operational support so you can focus on your learners, families, and clinical outcomes
What You'll Do
- Develop and oversee individualized, evidence-based ABA treatment programs.
- Conduct behavioral assessments and modify treatment based on learner progress and clinical data.
- Manage a caseload typically consisting of approximately 8 learners or up to 300 weekly RBT treatment hours .
- Provide clinical supervision, training, and ongoing support to RBTs.
- Provide caregiver training and collaborate with families to promote generalization of skills.
- Coordinate care with families, schools, medical providers, and other professionals when appropriate.
- Complete treatment plans, assessments, session documentation, and other clinical requirements accurately and on time.
- Collaborate with your Clinical Director and clinic team to maintain high standards of clinical quality and champion Adapt For Life's mission and Core Values.
BCBAs are expected to maintain approximately 29 billable hours per week . Additional compensation opportunities are available through AFL's Dynamic Salary Clinical Compensation Program beginning at 30+ billable hours per week .
What We're Looking For
- Master's degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field
- Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
- Applicable North Carolina licensure or eligibility for licensure
- Strong clinical assessment, treatment development, and data analysis skills
- Experience supervising and developing RBTs
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
- Understanding of ethical standards and evidence-based ABA practices
- Commitment to continued professional growth and exceptional learner care
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a BCBA looking for a manageable caseload, strong onsite clinical support, flexibility, and opportunities to grow , we'd love to meet you.
Apply today to join Adapt For Life as a BCBA in Wilmington, NC.
This job description describes the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or requirements.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, education / special education, or a related field
- BCBA Certification required or waiting to take BACB examination within 30 days.
- Current / ability to obtain Behavior Analyst Licensure (if state requires)
- At least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavior disorders
- Experience in behavioral assessment and treatment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience with children on the autism spectrum
- Possess a Valid Driver’s license
From Adapt for Life: Center for ABA Therapy and Autism's job posting for Wilmington, NC, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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