Job Description

Salary: $85,000 - 95,000 per year Requirements:

• We require a masters degree or higher in applied behavior analysis, behavioral therapy, special education, or a closely related discipline.
• We require a current BCBA credential, or that you are actively working toward obtaining it.
• A special education or education specialist credential is preferred.
• You must currently hold, or be able to obtain, a valid California drivers license.
• You must be able to secure and maintain company-approved crisis management certification.
• We prefer experience or working knowledge in behavioral support, ideally in an alternative, special education, or behavioral health setting.
• We need strong knowledge of ABA, including PBIS, data-driven decision-making, FBA, and BIP development.
• You should be highly skilled in supporting children with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and related disabilities.
• We prefer experience with special education services and compliance, instructional strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision-making, and IEP support.
• You should have a strong record of creating and carrying out effective intervention plans for students with diverse needs.
• You need the ability to motivate students and hold constructive, goal-focused conversations.
• Experience or strong capability in crisis management systems and intervention procedures is required.
• You must be able to think quickly and stay calm in emergencies while making independent decisions.
• Strong oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are essential.
• You should be comfortable using technology, including computers, Microsoft Office, databases, and standard office equipment.

• We provide training and ongoing coaching to teachers and educational staff on developing effective FBAs and BIPs.
• We monitor the quality and impact of academic instruction and behavioral support services to help ensure strong student outcomes.
• We model, reinforce, and strengthen instructional best practices aligned with IEP goals.
• We implement evidence-based behavioral and educational interventions to support academic, social, emotional, and independent functioning.
• We deliver crisis intervention and support for students with aggressive or self-injurious behavior and work to reduce the need for 1:1 staffing.
• We partner with on-site education teams to collect, review, and interpret behavioral data and track student progress.
• We complete regular quality reviews across student, staff, classroom, and site levels and recommend improvements based on data analysis.
• We help build on-site team capability through training in behavioral assessment, intervention, positive behavior supports, data collection, and crisis management.
• We supervise and guide staff in the region pursuing BACB credentials, as agreed with the Program Director or VP of Behavior Services.
• We support the creation and execution of improvement plans for assigned campuses.
• We participate in multidisciplinary campus and regional meetings to address behavioral needs and shape comprehensive support plans.
• We ensure campuses follow Department of Education regulations and internal standards for educational and behavioral services.
• We maintain accurate records related to assessments, interventions, progress, and compliance.
• We provide operational support to schools in the assigned area, with emphasis on academic achievement, behavior support, staff retention, and development.
• We take on additional duties and special projects as needed to support organizational goals and student success.

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We are Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing organization with a social mission to offer hope. We are seeking a Regional Board-Certified Behavior Analyst to join our award-winning special education team, serving grades K-12 across Contra Costa County, including Pittsburg and San Pablo. The role works under the direction of the Area/Regional VP, Operations and onsite Program Directors to improve academic, social, emotional, and behavioral outcomes through evidence-based interventions and collaboration with campus teams. We are part of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults, with more than 50 years of history and partnerships with over 235 school districts nationwide. We offer a competitive starting salary of $85,000 to $95,000 per year based on experience, plus a $2,000 annual education stipend, along with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, telehealth and virtual counseling, health advocacy, life and disability insurance, an EAP, flexible spending and HSA options, PTO, paid holidays, extensive leave, a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, and growth opportunities.

last updated 40 week of 2026

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