Senior Behavior Analyst

Senior Behavior Analyst Opportunity: Lead and Innovate with Active Steps

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead groundbreaking initiatives in the field of ABA? Active Steps is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Behavior Analyst to play a key role in expanding our services and making a lasting impact on the community. In this leadership role, you'll work closely with our Clinical Director to establish a brand-new clinic, develop engaging social skills groups, and spearhead the Early Start Programming in collaboration with the Regional Center. This is an incredible opportunity to innovate, lead, and shape the future of services for young learners while fostering meaningful connections with families and professionals. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to take on a challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Details:

• Compensation: $80K - $95K annually, with monthly bonus opportunities of up to $1,800
• Must have a Master's or Doctorate degree in Psychology or related field
• Must have a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) Certification
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Work Mode: Hybrid/Remote position (must reside in California); Minimal in-person work - approximately once a week or 20% of your billable hours
• Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish (not required)
• Travel Reimbursement: To support candidates who live outside the Stockton area, we offer compensation for travel time and mileage for in-person work, assessed on a case-by-case basis depending on your location. This helps ensure equitable access to the in-person requirements of the role.

What We Offer:

• $80K - $95K a year, plus monthly bonus options up to $1,800.00 a month!
• Free UNLIMITED in-house Continued Education Credits (CEUs)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options available
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Monthly Phone Allowance
• Computer and Tablet Allowance
• Paid Mileage and Drivetime
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays Off
• Performance Bonus Program ( Up to an equivalent of $15,000 a year! )
• One on One Career Planning with Senior Executives

Your Role:

As a Senior Behavior Analyst, you will:

• Collaborate with the Clinical Director to oversee Early Start Programming and social skills group development
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and verbal behavior assessments
• Design and implement individualized language, play, and skill-based curricula
• Provide mentorship and supervision to BCBA candidates
• Lead cross-disciplinary collaboration to develop and deliver high-quality interventions
• Drive continuous improvement and quality control initiatives for clinical services

What We're Looking For:

• Master's/Doctorate degree in Psychology or related field, with BCBA certification.
• Training and certification under the Behavior Analysis Certification Program (BACB) for Applied Behavior Analysis as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Due to the nature of this role providing medical care to children in their homes, a background check is required by law. Certain convictions may disqualify candidates based on applicable state and federal regulations.
• Deep understanding of ABA principles, ethical standards, and the developmental challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
• Proven experience in 1:1 educational settings and the ability to manage data-driven programs.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor future BCBAs and work collaboratively with families and teams.
• Experience providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities. This includes providing direct services to individuals with complex behavior problems.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid, clean California driver's license and proof of auto insurance
• Must have reliable transportation (due to HIPAA regulations, public transportation and ride shares do NOT qualify as a reliable form of transportation
• Solid technical skills and passion for quality service
• Experience with children
• Organized and efficient, detail oriented and able to multi-task
• Positive and professional team player
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills, able to connect easily with others
• Ability to supervise upcoming BCBA candidates
• Requires the ability to travel to various locations to meet with families, providers, etc.
• Effective with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a changing environment.

Active Steps is not just a company; it's a community dedicated to providing unparalleled behavioral health services, particularly to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We're seeking a Behavior Analyst who shares our commitment to making a real difference. This role offers the flexibility of remote and hybrid work options across California, designed to support your professional journey while profoundly impacting the lives we touch.

Our approach is what sets us apart in the field of behavioral health. We pride ourselves on:

• Hands Off Approach
• Positive Programming
• Continuous Quality Improvement

At Active Steps, you're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of a family that values innovation, positivity, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Visit to learn more and apply.

We participate in California’s Fair Chance hiring initiative and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. Due to the nature of this role, providing in-home care to children, a background check is required by law. In accordance with California regulations, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Because of our contractual and licensing obligations, a clear background check result is required before beginning employment.

The company has determined that the job position is classified as Type Two, as defined in CA SB 55

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $87,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you authorized to work in the United States?
• Do you have a Master’s Degree?
• Do you have your BCBA or QBA Certification? What is the number?
• Do you have a valid/clean driver's license and auto insurance?
• What is your desired salary range?
• What is your email address?
• I understand that a background check will be conducted post-offer and that employment eligibility is contingent upon meeting all pre-employment requirements.

Work Location: In person