Behavior Specialist (BCBA)

Behavior Specialist Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) School Year Lapeer MI area Up to $64/hour

Hello BCBAs
Come work with a local women and therapist-founded company committed to elevating your experience as a school-based Therapyis hiring aBoard Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)for anin-person role for the school year. If youre looking to work with a supportive mission-driven team of like-minded professionals wed love to connect with you.

Position Details

• Schedule:Full-Time 5 days/week
• Pay:Up to $64/hour
• Start Date:August 2026
• Location:In-person greater Lansing MI area
• Role Focus:
  • Coach and support school staff
  • Develop and monitor behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
  • Provide safety plans for students exhibiting aggressive/self-injurious behaviors
  • Collaborate with Special Services Directors and multidisciplinary teams
  • Set and support academic and behavioral goals
  • Create teacher-friendly data collection systems
  • Share weekly progress updates with teams and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Must hold a validBCBA license in Michigan
• School-based experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and data-driven decision-making skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Passionate about supporting students with diverse needs

Benefits & Perks(for 0.8 FTE and higher)

• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare benefits: medical dental vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Reimbursements for licensing CEUs and professional costs
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
• W2 employee
• General and professional liability insurance
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid volunteer time and donation matching for nonprofit organizations

Why Work With Us

Ampersand Therapy was founded by therapists who understand what its like to be in your shoes. After years in school districts and contract roles we created a company rooted inempathy flexibility trust and designed to support school professionals with meaningful responsive leadership.

We started in Washington and are now proudlylocal to Illinois partnering directly with public schools to meet the needs of students and teams.

Were not a large agency. Were asmall values-driven teamthat cares deeply about equity community and sustainability.

Our Values

Equity & Inclusion
We build inclusive educational environments and take action to support anti-racism. We proudly partner withThe Conscious Kidto deepen this commitment.

Community Connection
We volunteer with and support organizations likeSpecial OlympicsThe Moth andProject Canine. We also encourage and support our teams personal passions and causes.

Environmental Responsibility
We strive to operate sustainably by digitizing paperwork reducing waste and maintaining a carbon-negative impact.

An Inclusive Workplace

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and identities.

Apply Today
If youre a BCBA who wants to make a meaningful impact in schools while being supported by a responsive therapist-run teamapply nowat you have questions- email