Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – School-Based Assessments

Job description

The Lighthouse ABA's School Services department is looking for a BCBA to join our team conducting assessments for students receiving DOE-funded, in-school ABA services. This is a highly visible, clinically rich role for a BCBA who wants to make a direct, measurable impact on students' access to services.

What You'll Do

- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and skills assessments for students in school settings

- Travel to NYC schools and clients' homes for in-person observation and assessment sessions

- Serve as an expert witness, testifying at Impartial Hearings as needed

- Collaborate closely with parents, the School Services team, RBTs, and case managers to translate assessment findings into actionable recommendations

- Prepare clear, well-organized assessment reports suitable for DOE review and Impartial Hearing documentation

What We're Looking For

- Current BCBA certification (required)

- Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in New York State (required)

- Based in, or able to reliably travel throughout, the NYC area

- Experience within the NYC DOE system - familiarity with DOE processes, clearances, and school-based service delivery strongly preferred

- Comfort and willingness to testify at Impartial Hearings

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write reports and testify clearly under scrutiny

Why The Lighthouse ABA

- Competitive compensation

- A strong, experienced clinical team providing support and mentorship

- The chance to directly influence student outcomes through DOE-funded services

- Meaningful, high-impact clinical work at the intersection of ABA and education advocacy

Interested candidates should apply directly or reach out to learn more about this opportunity.

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