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Full-Time BCBA, Behavior Day Services

BuildAbility$75,000–$85,000/yrSan Fernando, CAFull timePosted 1mo ago
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About the job

Join the BuildAbility Team as the BCBA

Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Currently, we're on the lookout for a BCBA to join our Options Behavioral Day Services Program. The BCBA will provide person-driven behavior day services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have an identified need for additional behavior support.

Why work with us

  • Meaningful Mission: Be a part of a team that's transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
  • Inclusive Environment: Join an organization that values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $75,000-$85,000, along with a generous benefits package for full-time staff.
  • If our values align with yours, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

As the BCBA, you will be responsible for:

Behavior Services

  • Conducts functional behavior assessments for assigned participants.
  • Designs and implements behavior intervention plans that are reviewed and updated annually (or as needed) through a person-driven planning process.
  • Provides and documents service hours sufficient to satisfy all individualized service authorizations and other regulatory requirements.
  • Provides direct support as needed to maintain adequate supervision and quality of services.

Staff Training and Supervision

  • Provides adequate supervision and training for direct support staff with regards to the implementation of behavior intervention plans, data collection, and other behavior analytic responsibilities.
  • Provides supervision to staff accruing supervised field experience toward BCBA certification (if eligible to do so and in compliance with all BACB requirements).
  • Contributes to the content and delivery of required 40-hour behavior-focused staff training, as assigned by Director of Day Programs.
  • Conducts regular quality check observations and assessments to ensure procedural fidelity of behavior service delivery, addresses performance issues related to behavior service delivery through remediation plans and retraining.

Data Analysis and Documentation

  • Creates, updates, and maintains materials needed for service delivery, including but not limited to: data collection tools, communication tools, visual schedules, etc.
  • Maintains data collection system; conducts weekly data collection audits to ensure accuracy.
  • Prepares semi-annual (or as needed) progress reports including graphing, analyzing data, and making data-driven clinical recommendations.
  • Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date records of behavior plans and services.

Schedule

  • Full-Time
  • Program hours: M-F, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Work location

  • San Fernando CA, 91340

Compensation

  • Starting at $75,000-$85,000/annually (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Full-Time Benefits

  • 90% coverage for Medical and 100% coverage for Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for up to 2X the annual salary with Reliance Standard
  • Paid vacation
  • 12 paid holidays per year
  • 56 hours of paid sick leave
  • 403(b) retirement savings plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Opportunity for Career Advancement

Qualifications

  • Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good, active standing with the BACB including the 8-hour supervision training certification (required).
  • Minimum 1 year of experience providing BCBA services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (preferred).
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working in an adult day program (preferred).
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (required, or must obtain within 30-days of hire).
  • CPR/First Aid Certification (required, or must obtain within 30-days of hire).
  • Bilingual Spanish, preferred.
  • Proof of Criminal Background Clearance.
  • Proof of a passing physical exam and TB clearance.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build trust and connection with participants, families, and team members across diverse backgrounds.
  • Clear and professional written and verbal communication, tailored to a variety of audiences and needs.
  • Organized and attentive to detail, with a commitment to accurate documentation and follow-through on individual support needs.
  • Tech-comfortable, with confidence using Microsoft Office Suite and electronic verification systems.
  • Committed to confidentiality, discretion, and ethical, person-centered practices.
  • Team-oriented and mission-driven, with a strong work ethic and a natural inclination toward collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
  • Ability to stay calm and solution-focused in high-pressure situations.
  • Strong clinical behavior analytic skills including supervision and training of direct support staff.

BuildAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace environment, stakeholder engagement, and participant support. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

From BuildAbility's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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