Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – EMPOWER Program

Salary: $65,000–$75,000 (DOE) + Full Benefits + Professional Development Support
Schedule: Flexible M–F Hybrid | Regional Travel to EMPOWER Locations

Why You’ll Love This Role:

At Easterseals PORT Health, we believe in more than just behavior plans—we believe in transforming lives. As a BCBA with our EMPOWER program, you’ll have the flexibility to shape your caseload, mentor dedicated teams, and see the real impact of your work in homes, schools, and communities across Eastern NC.

Here, you’re not just filling a position—you’re becoming part of a mission. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of professionals who share your commitment to ethical, person-centered care.

Travel Expectations:

This role includes a variable regional travel requirement , estimated at 20%–50% per month depending on program needs. While telehealth services are also provided, you will primarily travel to support EMPOWER sites :

• New Bern
• Elizabeth City
• Ahoskie
• Greenville
• Morehead City
• Wilmington

All work-related travel is reimbursed via mileage pay , and, depending on cost-effectiveness, a travel vehicle may be provided . You’ll have flexibility to plan travel around program needs while maintaining a healthy work-life balance .

What You’ll Do:

• Lead behavior support programs fostering family engagement & measurable growth.
• Conduct functional behavior assessments & develop Positive Behavior Support Plans.
• Train and mentor staff, DSPs, and supervisors in ABA best practices.
• Collaborate across service lines (EMPOWER, ICS, ABA) to maximize outcomes.
• Deliver in-service training & represent ESPH at professional conferences.

Why ESPH is Different:

• Professional Growth – Learn from a team of BCBAs with 35+ years of combined experience , attend NCABA & Autism Conferences (on us!) , and step into leadership opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance – Hybrid role with flexible scheduling and autonomy to plan your week.
• Variety & Impact – Serve diverse communities ( IDD, autism, TBI ) in multiple settings—not just clinic-based.
• Culture You Can Believe In – We lead with ethics, compassion, and collaboration —not revenue targets.

Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits for eligible positions, including:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits + Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and more
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and legal support when needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing
• Licensure: Licensed Behavioral Analyst in NC
• Experience:
  • 3+ years working with children with developmental disabilities and/or autism (preferred)
  • 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership capacity
  • Experience delivering behavior-focused training to staff
• Strong written/verbal communication, organization, and time management skills
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and unrestricted driving privileges
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & EMR systems
• Ability to work effectively with participants, families, and teams in homes, schools, and community settings

If you’re looking for a rewarding career opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the daily lives of the people you'll support, then please apply now on our website: or by emailing your resume to [email protected] .

About Easterseals PORT Health:

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy, compassionate partner providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults and families in 11,000 home, facility and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Our working environment supports employee and client health with a ‘no tobacco’ use policy (tobacco free and smoke free) in all offices, client facilities, properties, and agency vehicles.

We believe that by leveraging the unique strengths and perspectives of our workforce, we can advance our just cause, while building a healthy, sustainable organization. That’s why we listen, seek to understand & act to make ESPH an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self & Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!