Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Ampersand Therapy • Urbana, IL

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for in-person roles during the 2025–2026 school year. This is an opportunity to work with a supportive, mission-driven team of like-minded professionals at a local, women and therapist-founded company committed to elevating the experience of school-based professionals. Ampersand Therapy was founded by therapists who understand the challenges faced by school professionals and aims to provide meaningful, responsive leadership.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid BCBA license in Illinois
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level