BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Company: Optimal Beginnings, LLC
Location: Rockville
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position: Board Certified
Behavior Analyst Responsible to: Senior BCBA Purpose: To support
and enhance our integrated services model by delivering and
supervising Applied Behavior Analysis that is individualized,
collaborative, and aligned with our mission of providing a refined,
high-touch experience for every family. The Community You’ll Be
Joining: At Optimal Beginnings, we work together across ABA and
Speech within our integrated model to contribute to a holistic
experience that calms the chaos for families navigating a new
autism diagnosis. Together, we cultivate a clinical team that is
empowered and independent, operating with professionalism, clear
communication, and a shared commitment to delivering an elevated
client experience. We are a tight-knit community where our families
become part of our own, and we meet them with patience,
preparedness, and kindness — proactively anticipating their
questions, worries, and needs, so they always feel understood,
confident, and cared for at any point in their journey. The
Difference You’ll Be Making: As a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst
(BCBA) at Optimal Beginnings, you’ll be helping to practice,
enhance, and carry out our integrated ABA and speech model, focused
on building real independence for children and lasting confidence
for their families. Your work directly supports children as they
practice meaningful skills in small-group environments designed to
mirror real-world moments, not adult-led scripts. You will equip
clients and parents with the tools, skills, and support they need
to move toward meaningful independence, expand what’s possible for
each child, and create greater confidence and calm for every family
we serve. You will also mentor, develop, and empower a team of
dedicated clinicians and Registered Behavior Technicians to uphold
the highest standards of therapeutic excellence and deliver
exceptional care. Expectations Model positive, professional, and
respectful communication in every interaction, fostering a
supportive and collaborative environment across all teams. Deliver
a minimum of 100 direct service hours per month, ensuring clients
receive consistent, high-quality care that reflects OB’s commitment
to excellence. Uphold and execute all clinical processes with
precision, ensuring every service aligns with OB’s
integrated-services model and contributes to a seamless therapeutic
experience. Provide ongoing training, mentorship, and empowerment
for Registered Behavior Technicians, ensuring they feel confident,
supported, and equipped to deliver exceptional care within the
integrated model. Requirements Must be professionally licensed BCBA
in the states of Maryland and Virginia. Must maintain an active
CPR/BLS certification. Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience
with children on the autism spectrum. We may use artificial
intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process,
such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing
responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not
replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made
by humans. If you would like more information about how your data
is processed, please contact us.
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