About the role
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.