Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Oak Lawn - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

The Place for Children with Autism • Cicero, IL

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Place for Children with Autism is hiring a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in Oak Lawn to provide clinical leadership and support children with autism. The BCBA manages a small caseload of 6–8 clients while meeting a billable expectation of 28 hours. The role includes developing individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, supervising and mentoring clinical staff, monitoring client progress, and partnering with families and interdisciplinary teams.

The position offers an annual starting salary of $80,000–$89,000 based on experience and education, plus eligibility for up to $11,400 in annual bonus potential. The company provides a flexible hybrid work model, paid holidays and leave, health coverage, professional-development support, and other benefits. Structured onboarding, advancement paths, development programs, and educational partnerships are also offered.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in ABA.
• Active BCBA certification in good standing.
• Active Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential in the State of Illinois.
• Strong communication skills to connect with children, families, and team members and support a positive, collaborative environment.
• Organization and adaptability to manage multiple priorities, maintain clear documentation, and work in a dynamic clinical setting.
• Ability to develop others, give feedback, and support team success.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 6–8 clients while maintaining a billable expectation of 28 hours.
• Conduct functional assessments and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Provide clinical supervision, coaching, and mentorship to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Lead Therapists.
• Analyze data trends, monitor treatment fidelity, and adjust programming based on client progress and clinical needs.
• Provide parent coaching, progress updates, and ongoing support to promote consistency across settings.
• Lead interdisciplinary discussions, clinical team meetings, and collaborative problem-solving to support each child’s development.

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus.
• Annual starting salary of $80,000–$89,000 based on experience and education.
• Eligibility to earn up to $11,400 in annual bonus potential.
• Annual continuing education stipend of $1,000.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• 9 company holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Accrued vacation, paid leave, sick leave, and wellness time.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid disability and life insurance.
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with company match up to 3%.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Commuter Spending Account and Dependent Care FSA.
• Monthly wellness reimbursement up to $25.
• Pet insurance.
• Structured onboarding and training from experienced clinical staff.
• Transparent paths for advancement, development programs, feedback loops, and growth checkpoints.
• Educational partnerships and tuition savings with multiple universities.
• Employee-led initiatives and committees.
• Recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

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