Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Location and Type of Service: 

• ONSITE SCHOOL BASED SERVICES (Nassau & Suffolk County)

Pay Rate: $80-90 per hour/ with salary options available 

Hours: Monday through Friday (School Day Hours)

Start Date: Immediate Opening

ABOUT DRAGONFLY CARES

Dragonfly Cares is a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping children with autism and developmental differences thrive. We deliver high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy where it matters most: in homes, centers, schools, and communities across Long Island. Our team of compassionate professionals are united by one goal: meaningful progress for every child and family we serve.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Dragonfly Cares is seeking dedicated and compassionate Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) to join our school-based team supporting children with autism and developmental disabilities across Nassau and Suffolk County. This role is ideal for BCBAs who want meaningful school-based work, stability, and work-life balance, with the option to pick up additional cases if desired throughout Long Island.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students with behavioral and developmental needs
• Provide direct and consultative behavioral services to students within school settings
• Train, coach, and support teachers, paraprofessionals, and school staff in implementing behavior intervention strategies and evidence-based practices
• Collect, analyze, and interpret student behavioral data to monitor progress and guide treatment decisions
• Ensure treatment fidelity and provide ongoing feedback to school staff implementing behavioral interventions
• Collaborate with special education teams, school psychologists, administrators, and related service providers to support student success
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute behavioral expertise to student educational planning
• Develop individualized goals and monitor student progress toward behavioral and social skill objectives
• Provide crisis management strategies and behavior support when necessary
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and compliance with school district, state, and BACB standards
• Support the development of positive behavior support systems within classrooms and school environments
• Supervise RBTs or behavior technicians when assigned

Requirements

• Master's Degree in ABA or related field
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst required
• LBA required or in process
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities in a school setting being a BCBA 
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavior intervention strategies and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
• Ability to work independently and also in a collaborative environment
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE (BONUS POINTS)

• Familiarity with ABA-based therapy platforms and electronic data collection tools
• Fluency in additional languages beyond English and Spanish

WHY JOIN DRAGONFLY CARES?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $80–$90 per hour, or salary options available
• Flexible Scheduling: Monday–Friday school-day hours with flexible scheduling options that support a healthy work-life balance
• Referral bonuses: Earn up to $250 for each qualified referral
• Meaningful work: Help students grow academically, socially, and behaviorally every day
• Comprehensive Training: Free CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention), CPR, and First Aid certification training, along with unlimited virtual training opportunities
• Ongoing training: Free monthly in-person CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention) training, CPR and unlimited free virtual trainings including CEUs
• Career Growth Opportunities: Advance your career, take on leadership responsibilities, or supervise aspiring behavior analysts

APPLY TODAY: IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE

If you're passionate about helping children succeed and thrive, we want to hear from you.

Dragonfly Cares provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Dragonfly Cares - Changing lives, one family at a time.

Dragonfly Cares is a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping children with autism and developmental differences thrive. We deliver high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy where it matters most: in homes, centers, schools, and communities across Long Island. Our team of compassionate professionals are united by one goal: meaningful progress for every child and family we serve.

WHY JOIN DRAGONFLY CARES?
Flexible Scheduling
Opportunity to grow your case load
Referral bonuses: Earn up to $250 for each qualified referral
Meaningful work: Help children and families grow every single session
Collaborative Culture
Ongoing training: Free monthly in-person CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention) training, CPR and unlimited free virtual trainings including CEUs