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Opal Autism Centers

Evidence-based ABA therapy for children

Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
$65k - $75k
Mid
Bachelor's
Fayetteville, NC, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryMental & Behavioral Health

About the job

Requirements
  • Current Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst certification.
  • A degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field.
  • Experience working with children with autism and/or early intervention populations.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain clinically appropriate caseloads and productivity expectations aligned with quality care and evolving payer requirements.
  • Conduct ongoing treatment integrity observations and protocol modification to support individualized clinical outcomes.
  • Provide supervision and caregiver collaboration consistent with medical necessity, treatment intensity, and payer expectations.
  • Maintain timely, accurate, and audit-ready clinical documentation in alignment with state, funder, and ethical requirements.
  • Support caregiver training and skill generalization across settings to promote long-term client success.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supervising Registered Behavior Technicians and clinical teams.
  • Strong collaboration, mentorship, and coaching skills.
  • Experience with electronic medical record systems and clinical documentation platforms.
  • Assistant Behavior Analyst Licensure (LaBA), per state requirements.

About the company

Opal Autism Centers provides evidence-based ABA therapy for children with autism, using play, positive reinforcement, and individualized learning to teach communication, social skills, and daily living abilities. Therapy is tailored to each child’s interests and goals, with data-driven progress tracking and ongoing assessment by clinical teams to ensure meaningful skill development. The company differentiates itself by expanding access to high-quality care in underserved regions and military communities, backed by a child-centered, compassionate approach and a culture that supports staff development and collaboration. Opal’s goal is to raise the standard of ABA care and increase access so more families receive effective, life-changing therapy for their children.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Charlotte, North Carolina

Founded

2021

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What believers are saying

  • Opal opened Idaho Falls in January 2026, adding eastern Idaho’s first autism clinic.
  • The company listed active hiring in August 2026, signaling continued demand for clinicians.
  • LinkedIn shows 14 locations and 2499 followers, evidence of brand momentum and footprint growth.

What critics are saying

  • ABA providers face intensifying Medicaid compliance audits; Opal added a Chief Compliance Officer in 2026.
  • Rapid multi-state expansion strains clinical consistency, scheduling, and payer credentialing across 14 locations.
  • If reimbursement tightens or quality slips, families and insurers shift referrals to rival ABA chains.

What makes Opal Autism Centers unique

  • Founded 2021, Opal scaled to 201-500 employees across Idaho, North Carolina, and Utah.
  • Opal runs center-based ABA clinics with BCBA-led, RBT-delivered one-on-one therapy.
  • Opal sponsors 40-hour RBT training and pays BACB exam fees, easing staffing pipeline.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Pet Insurance

Growth & Insights

Headcount

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