Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Job Title:

Pay Range:

68-78/hour

Job Description:

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) | Yelm Washington | School-Based Opportunities

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support students across educational settings in Yelm Washington. In this role, you will provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. You’ll collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create meaningful, evidence-based supports that promote student success.

We are a women- and therapist-founded company working to elevate the employment experience for school-based professionals. Join a supportive team and make a lasting difference in the lives of students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.

Job Highlights

• Position: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

• Setting: School-based and educational environments

• Location: Yelm Washington

• Collaborative role supporting students, staff, and families

• Opportunities to supervise RBTs, paraeducators, and behavior technicians

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) in accordance with applicable state, district, and professional guidelines

• Develop evidence-based Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) aligned with student IEPs and educational goals

• Design ABA-based programs targeting communication, adaptive skills, social-emotional development, and positive behavior

• Train, coach, and supervise RBTs, paraeducators, and behavior technicians

• Support staff in implementing behavior plans with consistency and fidelity

• Establish data-collection systems, analyze student progress, and adjust interventions based on outcomes

• Collaborate with teachers, school psychologists, SLPs, OTs, administrators, families, and other members of the educational team

• Participate in IEP meetings, consultations, and multidisciplinary planning

• Maintain accurate assessments, progress reports, treatment documentation, and supervision records

• Follow the BACB Ethics Code and all applicable state, district, and agency policies

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification in good standing

• Experience conducting FBAs and developing ABA-based behavior interventions

• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills

• Ability to work effectively across diverse school environments and student populations

• Ability to meet applicable Washington State and school-district requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Washington public schools or early-intervention programs

• Familiarity with Washington State IEP processes and multi-tiered systems of support

• Previous experience supervising RBTs, paraeducators, or behavior technicians

• Experience supporting students with autism, developmental disabilities, or significant behavioral needs

Why Join Us?

Ampersand Therapy offers a supportive, transparent employment experience designed with school-based professionals in mind. Benefits may include:

• Competitive compensation

• W-2 employment

• Healthcare benefits for qualifying employees

• 401(k) with company match

• Professional liability insurance

• Reimbursement for licensure, continuing education, and other professional expenses

• Mileage reimbursement when applicable

• Dedicated support from a team that understands school-based services

Ampersand Therapy is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.