Acorn Health

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Acorn Health Washington DC-Baltimore Area

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Todd Mewhinney

Todd Mewhinney

Working with innovative individuals to increase access to care

Acorn Health is looking for a BCBA to join us in the Washington DC area.


We also have clinics in 6 other states across the Eastern US!

Careers in Autism Therapy | Work with Acorn Health


Compensation Range: $80,000 - $88,000


We believe in clinical quality. The compensation reflected in the job post includes the base level of a bonus package tied to your delivery of clinical impact hours. We look forward to sharing more details with you should you choose to seek partnership with Acorn Health.


Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing the best quality care for our clients. We aim to continually establish best-in-class standards in integrity and quality for not only ourselves, but also in the field of ABA. We work courageously and with accountability to focus on the individuality of each child, collaborate with client families, and generate permanence in client outcomes. We strive to hire and to invest in our greatest asset - our employees, who are the heart of Acorn Health.


Every day, and every interaction, we strive to demonstrate our Five Core Values.

  • Authenticity: We present our true, consistent selves. Everyone hungers for genuine connections.
  • Accountability: We keep our promises and can be trusted with the life and future of a child.
  • Teamwork: The best outcomes are produced by people who collaborate with enthusiasm.
  • Growth: We know the needs of children and their families are unique and ever-changing.
  • Hustle: In autism care and treatment, time is always of the essence. We do things now.


You'll have the opportunity to work in a team-oriented environment and engage in a wide range of activities, focused on providing behavior analytic assessment and treatment services in our clinical centers, at client homes, and/or in community settings.


What our BCBA Program Supervisors do:

  • Oversee client treatment from assessment through care delivery
  • Conduct initial and follow-up functional, behavioral and developmental assessments
  • Develop, oversee and implement client's BIPs and Treatment Plans
  • Serve as the clinical lead on client cases, providing supervision to Behavior Technicians
  • Monitor and review client programs to analyze data, measure progress and make necessary changes to the treatment plan
  • Observe program implementation, and provide training on interventions as needed
  • Work closely with clients and their families providing family training and support
  • Meet with primary caregivers to discuss observations and concerns
  • Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and schools to share information and implement best practice intervention programs across settings
  • Promote awareness and disseminate information regarding ASD and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) through training and presentations, both on- and off-site
  • Attend and participate in team meetings where ideas, success stories, and recent research topics are presented for discussion and use in treatment


Why work for Acorn Health:

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Retirement Plan
  • Incentive Bonus
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Life insurance, short and long-term disability
  • CEU opportunities
  • Professional development funds
  • Career development opportunities, including Acorn's Leadership Development Institute
  • Opportunities to collaborate with and learn from our Clinical Advisory Board led by Dr. Greg Hanley
  • Positive and collaborative environment
  • Balanced caseloads and flexible work environment


You're perfect for the position if you:

  • Possess a master's degree in ABA or a related field
  • Have active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
  • Have knowledge of best practices in the treatment of autism
  • Have Experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families
  • Are able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English
  • Have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record
  • Meet the physical requirements of the position, to include lifting of packages, or equipment, and accessing non-barrier free premises
  • Enjoy working in an interdisciplinary team approach to develop and implement client treatment plans
  • Have strong organizational skills, are detail-oriented, able to maintain records, prepare reports and reliably develop timely correspondence related to work
  • Are able to pass a background check
  • Have the flexibility to work independently when needed, but also enjoy working as a part of the larger team
  • Administrative support (billing, credentialling, treatment planning)


Apply to join our team today!

Your positive impact on our clients and their families will be significant, and you will expand your knowledge and expertise ready to take on additional challenges and grow your career.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification.

Acorn Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sec (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship or immigration status, veteran status, genetic information, height, weight, hair or hairstyle, familial status, marital status, or any other protected status covered by applicable federal, state, or local law.

  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Health Care Provider
  • Industries

    Individual and Family Services

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