Gersh Autism Academy
BCBA Lead (Board Certified Behavior Analyst Lead) Cougar Mountain
Gersh Autism Academy, Issaquah, Washington, United States, 98027
BCBA Lead (Board Certified Behavior Analyst Lead) Cougar Mountain
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BCBA Lead (Board Certified Behavior Analyst Lead) Cougar Mountain
role at
Gersh Autism Academy .
For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student’s unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom.
At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives.
We are seeking a confident and experienced
BCBA Lead
to join our team at Gersh Autism Academy in the Cougar Mountain location. This is a full-time, 12-month position. The
BCBA Lead
will manage a personal caseload while also supervising, mentoring, and training BCBA candidates and behavior support staff.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of students, including conducting assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
Design, implement, and monitor skill acquisition and behavior intervention plans
Provide leadership and mentorship to BCBA candidates and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
Lead clinical meetings and ensure fidelity of programming through ongoing observation and data review
Provide staff training and performance feedback to teachers, paraprofessionals, and classroom support staff
Facilitate parent training sessions (1:1 and group-based), ensuring family involvement and collaboration
Deliver community training sessions as needed (e.g., first responders, support personnel)
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including school leadership, therapists, and families
Support professional development of team members through regular coaching and performance evaluations
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Psychology, Education, or related field
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing
Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) with the Washington Department of Health
Minimum 5 years of experience providing ABA services to children with autism
Prior experience supervising BCBA candidates and/or behavior technicians required
Experience conducting and interpreting VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, FBA, and other assessments
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Completion of 8-hour supervision training as required by BACB
CPR/First Aid/BLS and HIV Awareness Training preferred
Working Conditions
Location: Cougar Mountain (will also travel to Bellevue location as needed)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00a-3:45p
School-based setting
Schedule
Onsite at our school located in Issaquah, WA
Monday-Friday
8:00AM-3:45PM
School/Classroom setting
Benefits For Full Time Employees Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k matching)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Compensation The salary range for this position is
$110,000–$125,000 , which includes base salary plus KRA (Key Result Area) bonus eligibility. The Pay Range For This Role Is
$110,000 - $125,000 USD per year
(Cougar Mountain, WA).
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BCBA Lead (Board Certified Behavior Analyst Lead) Cougar Mountain
role at
Gersh Autism Academy .
For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student’s unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom.
At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives.
We are seeking a confident and experienced
BCBA Lead
to join our team at Gersh Autism Academy in the Cougar Mountain location. This is a full-time, 12-month position. The
BCBA Lead
will manage a personal caseload while also supervising, mentoring, and training BCBA candidates and behavior support staff.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of students, including conducting assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
Design, implement, and monitor skill acquisition and behavior intervention plans
Provide leadership and mentorship to BCBA candidates and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
Lead clinical meetings and ensure fidelity of programming through ongoing observation and data review
Provide staff training and performance feedback to teachers, paraprofessionals, and classroom support staff
Facilitate parent training sessions (1:1 and group-based), ensuring family involvement and collaboration
Deliver community training sessions as needed (e.g., first responders, support personnel)
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including school leadership, therapists, and families
Support professional development of team members through regular coaching and performance evaluations
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Psychology, Education, or related field
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing
Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) with the Washington Department of Health
Minimum 5 years of experience providing ABA services to children with autism
Prior experience supervising BCBA candidates and/or behavior technicians required
Experience conducting and interpreting VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, FBA, and other assessments
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Completion of 8-hour supervision training as required by BACB
CPR/First Aid/BLS and HIV Awareness Training preferred
Working Conditions
Location: Cougar Mountain (will also travel to Bellevue location as needed)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00a-3:45p
School-based setting
Schedule
Onsite at our school located in Issaquah, WA
Monday-Friday
8:00AM-3:45PM
School/Classroom setting
Benefits For Full Time Employees Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k matching)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
Compensation The salary range for this position is
$110,000–$125,000 , which includes base salary plus KRA (Key Result Area) bonus eligibility. The Pay Range For This Role Is
$110,000 - $125,000 USD per year
(Cougar Mountain, WA).
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