Board Certified Behavior Analyst BCBA

BrightSpring Health Services · Galena Park, TX Full Time
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Job Description

SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care Contractor with opportunity for full time in future. 15-20 hours per week This will include travel to Missouri City, Alvin, Pearland, to see clients in person. As a BCBA, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and supervising ABA-based treatment programs for individuals with developmental and behavioral needs. This role requires a balance of clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and a passion for making meaningful differences in clients’ lives. Responsibilities: Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized treatment plans Supervise and provide ongoing training to RBTs and other team members Monitor client progress and adjust programs as needed Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams Maintain accurate documentation and data collection Qualifications: Active and current BCBA certification Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or related field Minimum of 1 year of experience as a practicing BCBA (preferred) Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills Ability to work independently and manage a remote caseload Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience Travel reimbursement and per diem for San Antonio visits Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Continuing education and professional development support Supportive, collaborative work environment Conduct comprehensive assessments of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to evaluate behavior, skills, and needs. Develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) based on assessment results and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to refine diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Design and implement evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. Continuously monitor and adjust treatment plans to reflect progress and address emerging needs. Apply ABA techniques to improve social, communication, academic, and daily living skills. Implement strategies to reduce maladaptive behaviors and promote positive behavior changes. Collect and analyze data on behavior and progress to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and make data-driven decisions. Maintain detailed records and prepare reports to track patient progress and communicate with stakeholders. Educate and support parents and caregivers in understanding ASD and implementing behavioral strategies at home. Provide guidance on managing challenging behaviors and enhancing communication and social skills. Work closely with other professionals, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educators, to ensure a cohesive approach to treatment. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and share insights to optimize care plans and outcomes. Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and other direct support staff, providing training and feedback to ensure high-quality service delivery. Conduct regular performance reviews and offer professional development opportuniti

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr
Houston Median $22,818/yr
Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr
vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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