Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Devereux Day Academy–Laguna Hills is seeking a dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support students with disabilities through evidence‑based behavior change practices. This is a part-time, 12‑month position that reports to the Special Education Program Manager.

Being a BCBA at Devereux Day Academy has its Advantages!

You will work with other dedicated clinical professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.

We Offer

• Hourly Salary: $41.53 - $42.83 per hour.
• Flexible Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 3:30pm
• Tuitionandstudent loan assistancethrough our ASCEND Program. Learn more HERE!
• Mission-Driven Work: Use your behavior analytic expertise at a national nonprofit
• Creativity & Autonomy: Develop and implement innovative ABA services
• National Network: Connect with Devereux’s extensive clinical community across the country
• Part-Time health benefits, effective30 daysafter employment Click to learn more!
• Opportunity to engage with an organization that embraces Servant Leadership principles, allowing staff to be their authentic selves at work.
  
  

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you will provide direct behavioral support to educational staff, administrators, behavior support specialists, students, and families within an elementary autism support classroom at Devereux Day Academy–Laguna Hills. Using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), you will address challenging behaviors through individual and group trainings, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), behavior analyses, and the development and oversight of Positive Behavior Support Plans.

The BCBA collaborates closely with teachers, behaviorists, administrators, and agency partners to ensure fidelity of behavior plan implementation, provide consultation on best practices and regulatory requirements, and offer expertise in complex cases. This role also participates in IEP meetings and ensures all services and documentation comply with federal, state, and local regulations. All practices and materials are grounded in evidence‑based ABA methodologies, research‑validated strategies, and California Department of Education–supported procedures.

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Qualifications

Education: Masters’ or Doctoral degree in psychology, special education or related field. Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA or BCBA-D) required.

Experience: Prior experience working with students with special needs required. Prior experience working with students with autism preferred.

• Experience conducting FBAs and developing and evaluating Positive Behavior Support Plans across settings
• Strong ABA skills with experience supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders and/or challenging behaviors
• Ability to provide staff and family training, behavioral consultation, and performance management
• Experience with behavioral supervision, including BCBA supervision as needed
• Ability to review behavior analytic research and support applied research or outcome studies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data collection/analysis platforms
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Valid driver’s license required
  
  

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000 children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
  
  

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE