Pros
- Strong Collaborative Culture: Everyone is deeply passionate about ABA and helping their clients. There's a great sense of shared mission and dedication.
- Exceptional Professional Development: Constant learning opportunities with access to multiple curriculums, allowing you to consult with BCBAs of various backgrounds and never feel limited to one method.
- Supportive Environment from Top to Bottom: Management genuinely cares about their staff, actively working to ensure BTs receive excellent support and feel comfortable in their work environment.
- Transparent Incentive Structure: Clear, well-defined criteria on how to meet bonuses.
- Abundant Resources: The company provides helpful tools and resources to keep you organized and set you up for success.
Cons
Self-Management: This role requires a high degree of autonomy. Success and sustainability depend heavily on your ability to self-organize, manage a demanding schedule, and set firm boundaries to prevent burnout. Meeting hourly requirements may require coverage sessions.
- Management: Some clinical supervisors are still completing their own higher education, which can sometimes lead to gaps in oversight and support.
- Compensation Structure: BCBA pay is competitive with the market. However, the pay scale for Behavior Technicians (BTs/RBTs) could be higher. Offering more incentives for BTs would acknowledge their vital role and help attract and retain top talent for this crucial position.