Bierman Autism Centers

Move Your BCBA Career to North Carolina

Teaching‑Hospital Model for ABA

Make the move that grows your impact and your career. Join a team in Raleigh–Durham where you mentor clinicians, contribute to research, and keep playing joyfully, right here in the Triangle.

Why Relocate with Bierman?

At Bierman, you won’t just manage a caseload; you’ll help teach the teachers. Our teaching‑hospital model blends rigorous, data‑driven practice with the joy of play. You’ll mentor teams, consult on complex cases, and partner with families so kids build confidence, communication, and independence.

What sets us apart:
  • Two Pillars: child outcomes and clinician development 
  • Precision Teaching and real‑time data reviews
  • Assent‑based, learner‑first care
  • Clinical Research Lab with publishable projects
  • Capped caseloads to protect quality
  • Clear career paths with mentorship and mobility

Thinking about moving to North Carolina?

  • Learn what to expect when relocating to NC

  • Compare cost of living and salary insights

  • Understand the 6-step licensure process

  • Discover top cities and community resources

  • Explore what makes NC one of the fastest-growing BCBA markets in the U.S.

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How We Support Your Move

  • Relocation package available 
  • Flexible start dates aligned to your move timeline
  • Welcome checklist: licensing guidance, local resources, and community groups
  • Structured onboarding + ongoing mentorship (coaching, consults, peer reviews)
  • Dedicated Clinical Training Team and hands‑on consult time
  • Clinical audits and fidelity checks to keep quality high
  • Free CEUs, leadership development, and clear growth paths
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Your Role in Raleigh

  • Lead programming and outcomes for a lean, protected caseload
  • Coach and mentor BTs/RBTs; model best practices and give feedback
  • Partner with families through consistent collaboration and training
  • Collaborate with SLP/OT partners for integrated care
  • Contribute to research or quality improvement and share learnings with peers

Life in North Carolina (Raleigh–Durham)

  • The Triangle vibe: university town energy (Duke, UNC, NC State) and a thriving research/healthcare corridor.

  • Greenways & parks: miles of trails, incredible forests, and weekend hikes.

  • Four seasons, mild winters: plenty of sunny days for outdoor play.

  • Weekends made easy: beaches and mountains are each a few hours’ drive.

  • Family‑friendly: neighborhoods like Cary/Apex, North Raleigh/Wake Forest, South Durham/Chapel Hill offer great schools and conveniences.

  • Food & arts: farmers’ markets, local coffee, festivals, and a growing music scene.

Neighborhood Snapshots (quick guide)

  • Inside the Beltline (Raleigh): walkable, city energy, short hops to museums/food.

  • Cary / Apex: family‑friendly suburbs, quiet streets, easy commutes.

  • North Raleigh / Wake Forest: space to spread out, parks and greenways.

  • Durham (Ninth St / Downtown): artsy, foodie, close to Duke.

  • Chapel Hill / Carrboro: college‑town charm; quick access to UNC.

Research & Innovation

  • Real-world, not ivory-tower: research happens in our centers—and it directly speeds skill acquisition and generalization.

  • Grow as a researcher: structured Contributor and Fellowship tracks with CEUs, protected research hours, and authorship credit.

  • Publish and present with a team that partners with universities, tech innovators, and SLP/OT colleagues—then shares results to move the field forward.

  • What we’re studying now: outcomes analytics, parent partnership, tech-enabled ABA (VR social-skills, eye-tracking), cross-disciplinary AAC goals, and fluency-based BT training.

  • Monthly Research Spotlight Webinars with free CEUs for BCBAs—practical takeaways from current studies.

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The Teaching‑Hospital Model (Our Two Pillars)

1) Clinical Excellence for Children
Play‑based, individualized programs + frequent data reviews to move fast when a learner needs something different.

 

2) Developing Great Clinicians
You’re “faculty” for ABA—mentoring, modeling, and growing the next generation while sharpening your own craft.

 

Grow depth as a BCBA or step into training leadership and clinical leadership (up to Clinical Director). If you’re mentoring emerging clinicians, you’re already on a leadership path.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical (Day 1), Dental, Vision
  • Wellness program + health coaching
  • Mental‑health support (telemedicine + EAP)
  • FSA/HSA options; Short/Long‑Term Disability; Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness & Accident coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Student loan assistance & tuition reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance; Home & Auto discounts
  • Free DoorDash DashPass
  • Up to 2 WFH days/month for BCBAs

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FAQs

Do you offer relocation assistance?
Yes—relocation package available. Specifics vary by candidate and role; talk with a recruiter about your timeline and needs.

 

What’s the caseload?
Caseloads are capped at 7 to protect quality and allow time for mentoring, planning, and family collaboration.

 

Do BCBAs get support for mentorship?
Yes, coaching tools, observation time, and case consults are built into our model.

 

Is there research involvement?
Yes, opportunities exist via our Clinical Research Lab and quality‑improvement projects.

 

Are there remote days?
BCBAs may have up to 2 WFH days/month for planning, writing, and data review.

 

What growth paths are available?
Advanced clinician, training leader, and clinical leadership (up to Clinical Director), with CEU and leadership development along the way.

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Why Bierman (for BCBAs)

At Bierman, you won’t just run a caseload—you’ll shape the future of ABA. Our model blends rigorous, data‑driven practice with the joy of play. You’ll mentor clinicians, consult on complex cases, and partner with families so kids build confidence, communication, and independence.

Outcomes + Development:

Two equal pillars—exceptional child outcomes and clinician growth

Precision Teaching:

Real-time data reviews to guide decisions quickly

Child-First, Ethical Care:

We prioritize autonomy and joy in every learning moment

Research in Practice:

Opportunities to publish and present through our Clinical Research Lab

Multi‑layered support:

Clinical directors, training teams, ops partners, and admin support so you can focus on care