About this opportunity
Opal Autism Centers lists this Board Certified Behavior Analyst opportunity in wilmington, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Burned out by unrealistic caseloads, excessive administrative demands, or unstable ABA environments?
At Opal Autism Centers,we’reintentionally building a different kind of BCBA experience — one centered on clinical quality, sustainable workloads, strong operational support, and long-term clinician growth.
As an independently owned, center-based ABA organization, we provide dedicated scheduling, operations, administrative, and clinical leadership support so our BCBAs can focus on meaningful client outcomes — not excessive non-clinical burdens.
Position: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Location: 503 Covil Ave., Suite 102 Wilmington, NC 28403
Job Type: Full-Time | In-Person | Center-Based
Base Salary: $80,000–$90,000 (DOE)
Optional retention bonus up to $ 5,000
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities: Earn up to ~$26,000 annually without PTO penalty
Total Earning Potential: High-performing BCBAs may exceed $100,000 annually through a combination of competitive base salary, quarterly bonus opportunities, retention incentives, and ongoing investment in professional development and clinical support.
Why BCBAs Choose Opal:
Independently owned organization — not private equity backed
No restrictive employment agreements or bonus repayment clauses
Center-based early intervention model (ages 2–6)
Dedicated operations, scheduling, and administrative support
Work from Home & Flex days built into scheduling structure
Sustainable caseload management philosophy
Quarterly bonus opportunities up to $26,000 annually
Collaborative, clinician-led culture
Leadership growth and mentorship opportunities
Intentional, stable organizational growth
Dedicated clinical quality and compliance leadership focused on ethical care, evolving funder requirements, and sustainable clinical practices
Our Care Model
At Opal Autism Centers, we provideassent-based, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming care-prioritizing learner autonomy, emotional safety, and dignity through compassionate, non-coercive, and individualized ABA practices.
WhatYou’llDo:
Maintain clinicallyappropriate caseloadsand productivity expectations aligned with quality care and evolving payer requirements
Conduct ongoing treatment integrity observations and protocol modification to support individualized clinical outcomes
Provide supervision and caregiver collaboration consistent with medical necessity, treatment intensity, and payer expectations
Maintaintimely,accurate, and audit-ready clinical documentation in alignment with state, funder, and ethical requirements
Support caregiver training and skill generalization across settings to promote long-term client success
Required Qualifications:
Current BCBA certification
Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or related field
Experience working with children with autism and/or early intervention populations
Current CPR & First Aid certification
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supervising RBTs and clinical teams
Strong collaboration, mentorship, and coaching skills
Experience with EMR systems and clinical documentation platforms
Behavior Analyst Licensure "LBA"(per state requirements)
Customized Transition Support:
We understand that transitioning into a new BCBA role can involve financial, logistical, and career-planning considerations. Depending on experience, location, and organizational need, individualized employment packages may include relocation support, sign-on or retention incentives,assistancenavigatingpreviousemployment-related financial obligations, and contingent offers for future BCBAs preparing to sit for their certification exam.
We’veintentionally built a compensation and support structure that prioritizes sustainability, growth, clinician well-being, and ethical clinical practice.
Compensation & Growth:
Individualized employment packages
Competitive base salary based on certification tenure and experience
Quarterly performance bonus opportunities- up to $26,000 of annual bonus potential
Leadership growth pathways into Assistant Clinical Director and Clinical Director roles
Annual professional development, CEU stipend, and certification reimbursement opportunities
Referral bonuses up to $2,000 per referral — no cap!
Work-Life Balance & Support:
Protected breaks and workplace accommodations,including:Lactation accommodations (PUMP Act compliant), ADA and religious accommodations
Work from Home & Flex days built into scheduling
120 hoursPTO annually (increases with tenure)
9 paid holidays
Paid bereavement leave
Balanced bonus structure- PTO, holidays, and bereavement still count toward quotas(no penalty for time off)
Protected & Extended Leave Options: FMLA (12 weeksjob-protected leave), Military leave (USERRA-protected), etc.
Full administrative and operational support teams
Sustainable caseload philosophy
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) andadditionalinvestment options
Life and disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Cell phone stipend (if applicable)
Travel reimbursement (if applicable)
Professional Development:
30/60/90-day onboarding feedback
Clinical tools & technology provided
Support for continued clinical growth through conferences, CEU platforms, webinars, and specialized trainings
$1,000 annual CEU stipend
Certification reimbursement opportunities
University tuition discounts through partnerships with: Ball State, Capella, Northeastern, Purdue Global and more!
Ongoing mentorship and career advancement opportunities
About Opal Autism Centers:
At Opal, we are committed to delivering ethical, high-quality ABA services that prioritize dignity, compassion, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes for the children and families we serve.
We are intentionally building an organization where clinicians can grow long-term without sacrificing quality care, clinical integrity, or personal well-being. As the ABA landscape continues to evolve, our leadership teamremainsproactive in adapting to changing clinical, ethical, state, and payor requirements to help create sustainable clinical practices that support and protect both our clients and clinicians.
At Opal, we believe clinicians do their best work when they feelsupportedpracticing with confidence, integrity, and long-term stability.
Opal Autism Centers is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the above statement.
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Worksite address
wilmington, NC, 28412, US
Who can apply
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