Job Description

Licensed Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Salary Range: $108,000- $115,000 per year plus incentives, sign-on bonus eligible| Small Caseload | Flexible Schedule

Location: Elk Grove, California (Residential, Community & Office-Based Services)

Licensed BCBA in California

We are seeking a dedicated Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide high-quality behavioral health services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Elk Grove, California.

What You’ll Do

• Provide BCBA supervision for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and direct care staff
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and develop individualized BSPs
• Implement evidence-based ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) interventions
• Train and mentor staff, families, and support teams
• Monitor outcomes using behavioral data analysis and adjust interventions accordingly
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams (medical, behavioral, therapeutic)
• Document services in compliance with California regulations and organizational policies
• Deliver services in homes, community settings, and residential programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Active BCBA Certification (BACB) – Required
• Master’s Degree in ABA, Psychology, or related field
• Minimum 2+ years of experience supporting IDD and/or behavioral health populations
• Experience managing challenging behaviors (e.g., aggression, SIB, complex presentations)
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: Up to $100,000 annually (DOE)
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• Paid Time Off + Holidays
• CEU reimbursement / Professional development support
• Career advancement opportunities

Additional Requirements

• Must pass Live Scan background clearance (DOJ/FBI) as required in California
• Ability to travel between service locations as needed
• Familiarity with California behavioral health and IDD service standards preferred

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary + sign-on bonus
• Supportive, collaborative clinical team
• Diverse service environments (home, community, residential)
• Meaningful work improving lives

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Master’s degree with Licensed BCBA Professional in the state of California
• Two (2) years’ experience providing behavior supports for individuals with IDD and with mental health diagnosis
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in designing, supervising, and implementing behavior modifications
• Demonstrated ability to support individuals with behavioral challenges
• Competency in writing supports plans and effective verbal communication skills
• Capacity to train and mentor others
• Ability to perform duties with limited supervision
• Flexibility in scheduling and availability for onsite support
• Experience in supervising Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) is required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation