Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

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optimal beginningsDerwood (MD)

Special Education Teachers, All Other Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

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About the role

Position: Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Responsible to: Senior BCBA Purpose: To support and enhance our integrated services model by delivering and supervising Applied Behavior Analysis that is individualized, collaborative, and aligned with our mission of providing a refined, high-touch experience for every family. The Community You’ll Be Joining: At Optimal Beginnings, we work together across ABA and Speech within our integrated model to contribute to a holistic experience that calms the chaos for families navigating a new autism diagnosis. Together, we cultivate a clinical team that is empowered and independent, operating with professionalism, clear communication, and a shared commitment to delivering an elevated client experience. We are a tight-knit community where our families become part of our own, and we meet them with patience, preparedness, and kindness — proactively anticipating their questions, worries, and needs, so they always feel understood, confident, and cared for at any point in their journey. The Difference You’ll Be Making: As a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Optimal Beginnings, you’ll be helping to practice, enhance, and carry out our integrated ABA and speech model, focused on building real independence for children and lasting confidence for their families. Your work directly supports children as they practice meaningful skills in small-group environments designed to mirror real-world moments, not adult-led scripts. You will equip clients and parents with the tools, skills, and support they need to move toward meaningful independence, expand what’s possible for each child, and create greater confidence and calm for every family we serve. You will also mentor, develop, and empower a team of dedicated clinicians and Registered Behavior Technicians to uphold the highest standards of therapeutic excellence and deliver exceptional care.

Benefits: 401(k) with company matching to support your future

Professional Liability Insurance provided Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account options Unlimited paid time off, grounded in trust and professional accountability Flexible scheduling within a structured, collaborative model CEU and license fee reimbursement Dedicated administrative support to protect your clinical focus Opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, and growth within our integrated model Referral program A collaborative clinical environment where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported

Qualifications: You are a licensed BCBA who pairs clinical precision with composure, warmth, and professionalism. You understand that exceptional care is both data-driven and deeply human. Active BCBA certification with licensure in Maryland and Virginia. Current CPR certification Experience serving children with autism spectrum disorder, with early intervention experience preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills that build clarity and confidence for families Ability to collaborate seamlessly within an integrated ABA and Speech model Genuine commitment to empowering children and cultivating calm, confidence, and independence for families

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