Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – School-Based Assessments
Required skills
- BCBA
- LBA
- New York State
Nice to have
- NYC DOE
- Impartial Hearings
- School-based ABA
Role summary
Lighthouse ABA is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for its School Services department in New York City. This role involves conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and skills assessments for students receiving DOE-funded ABA services. Responsibilities include traveling to schools, collaborating with stakeholders, preparing reports, and potentially testifying at Impartial Hearings. The ideal candidate will be a BCBA and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in New York, with preferred experience in the NYC DOE system and comfort with legal testimony. This position offers a chance to make a direct impact on student outcomes.
The Lighthouse ABA's School Services department is looking for a BCBA to join our team conducting assessments for students receiving DOE-funded, in-school ABA services. This is a highly visible, clinically rich role for a BCBA who wants to make a direct, measurable impact on students' access to services.
What You'll Do
- Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and skills assessments for students in school settings
- Travel to NYC schools and clients' homes for in-person observation and assessment sessions
- Serve as an expert witness, testifying at Impartial Hearings as needed
- Collaborate closely with parents, the School Services team, RBTs, and case managers to translate assessment findings into actionable recommendations
- Prepare clear, well-organized assessment reports suitable for DOE review and Impartial Hearing documentation
What We're Looking For
- Current BCBA certification (required)
- Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in New York State (required)
- Based in, or able to reliably travel throughout, the NYC area
- Experience within the NYC DOE system - familiarity with DOE processes, clearances, and school-based service delivery strongly preferred
- Comfort and willingness to testify at Impartial Hearings
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write reports and testify clearly under scrutiny
Why The Lighthouse ABA
- Competitive compensation
- A strong, experienced clinical team providing support and mentorship
- The chance to directly influence student outcomes through DOE-funded services
- Meaningful, high-impact clinical work at the intersection of ABA and education advocacy
Interested candidates should apply directly or reach out to learn more about this opportunity.
