Dragonfly Cares, a mission-driven ABA provider, seeks a BCBA to lead weekend social skills groups at our Melville center. You'll guide RBTs, use evidence-based ABA strategies, and help children build social skills in a supportive setting.

Weekends are the focus with Saturday and Sunday sessions; join a diverse families team and contribute to meaningful progress for each child and family served.

BCBA Center Based Location of Service: Onsite Center Based Services Salary: $95K - $100K 20-30 Billable hours Start Date: Immediate Opening About Dragonfly Cares

Dragonfly Cares is a mission-driven ABA organization helping children with autism and developmental differences thrive. We serve families across Long Island in centers, homes, schools, and communities. Our team shares one goal: meaningful progress for every child and family.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced BCBA to be the senior clinical presence in one of our centers. As Lead BCBA, you'll carry a clinical caseload and also guide the shift as the clinician families and technicians look for when something is happening. You'll manage the RBT team on your shift and work directly with your Site Director.

Schedule & Pay

• Full-time (40 hrs/week), year-round, salaried. PM shift
• Up to 30 billable hours per week, with at least 7.5 hours protected for admin, planning, and leadership work
• Salary: $95K-$100K
• Start date: immediate

What You'll Do

• Manage your own caseload: assessments, treatment plans, BIPs, and RBT supervision
• Be the live clinical presence on the floor: coach technicians mid-session and respond to escalations using CPI-consistent de-escalation
• Make real-time shift decisions, such as coverage, session changes, and opening or closing the center
• Manage the RBTs on your shift: onboarding, monthly standards checks, and performance reviews
• Deliver a monthly clinical training for center staff, alternating with the other Lead
• Keep families informed with warm, same-day communication
• Meet weekly 1:1 with your Site Director

• Active BCBA and NYS LBA, in good standing
• BACB 8-hour Supervision Training
• CPI and CPR/First Aid, or willingness to obtain at hire
• 5+ years in ABA, including 2+ years as a BCBA
• Center-based BCBA experience and experience supervising RBTs
• Experience overseeing programming for children ages 3-22
• Strong assessment skills (e.g., Vineland) and comfort guiding RBTs and clients through escalations
• Excellent communication and organization, and the ability to give direct, kind feedback

• Competitive Salary: $95K - $100K
• Protected time to lead, not just a full billable schedule
• Unlimited free CEUs and virtual trainings
• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification at hire and renewal
• Annual allowance to attend a professional development seminar or conference of your choice
• Support from a Site Director and a Center Coordinator who handles scheduling, phones, and supplies.
• Benefits and PTO: 401K, Health Benefits, Dental, Vision, 11 Federal Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Referral bonus: Earn up to $250 per referral's qualifications

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Weekend Social Skills Groups (Part-Time) Location: Melville, NY Compensation: $80-$90 per hour About Dragonfly Cares

Dragonfly Cares is a mission-driven organization helping children with autism and developmental differences thrive. We deliver high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in homes, centers, schools, and communities across Long Island. Our team of compassionate professionals shares one goal: meaningful progress for every child and family we serve.

The Role

We're looking for a BCBA to lead weekend social skills groups at our Melville center. You'll help children build social skills in a supportive, engaging environment, and you'll guide the RBTs who assist in your group. This role is a great fit if you want to build your weekend income and enjoy working with a diverse group of families. Bilingual BCBAs are especially welcome. Weekday morning hours may become available as we grow.

Schedule & Pay

Pay: $80-$90 per hour

Saturday group: 12:15-3:15pm

Sunday group: 10:00am-1:00pm

Work Saturday, Sunday, or both

Location: Dragonfly Cares, Melville center (on-site)

Start date: Immediate

What You'll Do

• Lead and facilitate structured social groups in a supportive, engaging environment
• Use evidence-based teaching strategies, including modeling, role-play, prompting, reinforcement, and natural environment teaching
• Promote peer interaction and appropriate social behaviors
• Help participants practice and generalize social skills across activities and settings
• Train, coach, and supervise the RBTs or BTs assisting in your group
• Monitor performance and give ongoing feedback to keep implementation high quality
• Update caregivers regularly on participant progress
• Share recommendations and strategies for supporting social skill development at home and in the community

• Master's degree in ABA or a related field
• BCBA certification (required) and/or LBA credential
• 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities, ideally in home or center setting
• Knowledge of behavior intervention strategies and ABA principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Why Join Dragonfly Cares?

• Competitive hourly pay: $80-$90 per hour
• Weekend-only schedule: a predictable commitment alongside your other work or life
• Full onboarding: a supported start with a collaborative team
• Ongoing training: Free monthly in-person CPI (Crisis Prevention & Intervention) training and unlimited free virtual trainings on ABA strategies and more
• Referral bonus: up to $250 per qualified referral
• Meaningful work: help children grow socially and build confidence every weekend

Dragonfly Cares provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Dragonfly Cares is seeking an experienced BCBA to serve as Lead BCBA in a center-based setting. You will carry a clinical caseload while guiding the RBT team and coordinating with the Site Director on-site.

You will lead clinical services, supervise staff, and provide ongoing training and family communication to ensure high-quality ABA therapy for children ages 3-22. Immediate start available.