Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Wright Independent Life Options – Maplewood, New Jersey

Job Summary

WILO NJ is seeking a compassionate and skilled Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. The BCBA will develop and implement individualized behavior plans, conduct assessments, and train staff to support Residents with behavioral needs. This role promotes empowerment, choice, and community integration through a collaborative, team-based approach.

Snapshot of Job Details

• Needed: Highly Experienced & Confident BCBA
• Case Load: Reduced Caseload of 7-10 clients with acuity
• Age Range: Clients approximately 25-40 Years of Age
• Setting: Residential Home Serving People with Developmental Disabilities
• Location: Maplewood NJ
• Positions: Seeking 1 BCBA Candidate
• Schedule: Casual Early afternoon and Evenings w/ 1 Occasional Weekend Day as Needed (between 3pm-9pm) weekdays
• Work Schedule: Flexible up to 20 Hours Per Week
• Compensation: $30.00 per hour / Negotiable
• Required: Must Have Independent Clinical Decision-Making Ability

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized behavior treatment plans, guidelines, and strategies using clinical expertise and sound judgment.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including verbal behavior, language, play, and skill-based evaluations (e.g., the Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills [ABLLS]).
• Provide hands on training and ongoing support to staff in behavior intervention techniques, ensuring competency through structured evaluations and adherence to ABA best practices.
• Offer behavioral support and guidance to Residents and families to help achieve personal and family centered goals.
• Implement individualized 1:1 behavioral intervention programs tailored to Residents’ unique needs and goals.
• Collaborate with residential teams to ensure consistent, high quality care and promote community integration.
• Participate in team meetings, staff training, and competency evaluations for behavior technicians.
• Maintain accurate data collection, reporting, and progress monitoring for assigned Residents.
• Communicate effectively with supervisory staff and assist with scheduling and program updates.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective time management.
• Build respectful relationships with Residents, families, and staff while promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Positive Behavior Support and/or Applied Behavior Analysis
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification required
• Master’s degree in a social service-related field

• Valid New Jersey State Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Must own vehicle w/ reliable transportation
• Proof of Auto Insurance and Vehicle Registration
• Successful completion of Background/Fingerprint, MVR & Drug testing Checks
• Physical and TB test stating
• Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) Check
• Medicaid Exclusion Check

Benefits – (based on eligibility)

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off (based on eligibility)
• Professional development opportunities

Wright Independent Life Options (WILO NJ) is a company that sets out to provide independent living options for adults with special needs and for individuals to be completely included in the communities in which they live and spend time in.