ABA Therapy Student Analyst / Program Manager
About the position As a Student Analyst at BIG, you'll contribute meaningfully to client care while earning supervised fieldwork hours toward your BCBA certification. You'll work under experienced BCBAs in a structured mentorship environment that bridges theory and clinical practice — without sacrificing the quality of care our clients deserve. This is a full-time, hybrid position. Scheduling is designed to accommodate graduate academic commitments while meeting client needs across in-person and telehealth settings.
Responsibilities
- Carry an active caseload providing direct 1:1 intervention, caregiver training, and participation in social skills groups and self-monitoring programs.
- Earn supervised fieldwork hours under BCBA and/or BCBA-D supervision, with opportunities for unrestricted hours when aligned with your fieldwork plan.
- Conduct and support assessments including data collection, progress monitoring, and contributing to functional behavior assessments under supervisor direction.
- Develop treatment plan components and provide written clinical documentation in Central Reach and related systems.
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and school teams to support generalization and maintenance of client goals across settings.
- Participate in scheduled supervision meetings case reviews, and team-based learning with fellow Student Analysts and BCBAs.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program in behavior analysis or a related field
- Bachelor’s degree + at least 2 years of experience as an RBT
- Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) in good standing
- Complete California LiveScan background check prior to start
- Complete Mandated Reporter training prior to start
- Complete 40-hour RBT training prior to start
- Obtain RBT certification within 60 days of hire
- Demonstrate professionalism and consistent adherence to BACB ethical standards
Benefits
- Base salary of \$60,000–\$70,000/year, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Bonus of \$2/hour for every billable hour above 100 in a month — high-performing Student Analysts regularly earn \$70,000+ with salary and bonus combined
- Paid, supervised fieldwork hours counting toward BCBA certification including unrestricted hours
- Consistent, individualized mentorship from experienced BCBAs and BCBA-Ds
- Structured supervision designed to bridge coursework and real-world clinical practice
- Access to curated goal banks, clinical resources, and tools including Motivity, AlohaABA, and Microsoft Suite
- Diverse caseload experience across ages, support needs, and service delivery models
- Hybrid schedule supporting both in-person and telehealth service delivery
- Flexible structure designed to accommodate graduate school academic commitments
- Collaborative, values-driven team that prioritizes clinical excellence and client dignity
- Health/Medical monthly stipend
- Accrued sick and vacation time
- Mileage reimbursement between clients