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Board Certified Behavior Analyst

gpac
West Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Full-Time | Ankeny, Iowa

Build Your Career. Change Lives.

We're partnering with a growing pediatric ABA clinic that is passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential while investing in the success of its clinical team. If you're looking for an organization that values collaboration, mentorship, and evidence-based care, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you'll play a key role in designing and overseeing individualized treatment programs while working alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive, team-focused environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children and their families while continuing to develop your own clinical and leadership skills.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

  • Competitive salary of $74,000-$95,000, based on experience
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • CEU and professional development support
  • Licensure and renewal reimbursement
  • Mentorship from an experienced PhD-level BCBA
  • Leadership and career advancement opportunities
  • Collaborative, modern clinic environment
  • Limited remote flexibility for administrative work with Clinical Director approval

What You'll Do

  • Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and skill assessments
  • Develop, implement, and oversee individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
  • Analyze clinical data to guide treatment decisions and monitor client progress
  • Supervise, mentor, and support Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Behavior Technicians
  • Provide caregiver education and consultation
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care
  • Maintain high clinical and ethical standards in accordance with BACB guidelines

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field
  • Current BCBA certification (or ability to obtain certification promptly)
  • Active Iowa Behavior Analyst license, or eligibility to obtain licensure
  • At least one year of experience working with children with autism or developmental disabilities preferred
  • Previous experience supervising RBTs or Behavior Technicians is preferred
  • BACB supervision certification is a plus
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Passion for delivering exceptional client care and supporting team development

Work Environment

This position is primarily clinic-based and involves active engagement with young children throughout the day. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, responding to challenging behaviors, and participating in physical activities that may include lifting, bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, and moving quickly throughout the clinic.

Join a Team That Invests in You

If you're looking for a place where your clinical expertise is valued, your professional growth is encouraged, and your work truly changes lives-we'd love to connect with you.

Resumes may be confidentially submitted to alisha.mcpartland@gogpac.com or call/text 712-317-3831 to connect.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Salary : $74,000 - $95,000

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