Licensed Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Salary Range: $108,000- $115,000 per year plus incentives, sign-on bonus eligible| Small Caseload | Flexible ScheduleLocation: Elk Grove, California (Residential, Community & Office-Based Services)Licensed BCBA in CaliforniaWe 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
BenefitsMerakey 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
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
