Board Certified Behavior Therapist (BCBA) for Special Education School (Fun and supportive culture)- Work 42 weeks/year - $2500 sign-on bonus!

Elim Christian Services•Crestwood, IL

20d•$79,000 - $86,000

About The Position

At Elim, we believe that every child deserves a champion—someone who sees their potential, cheers on every small step, and helps turn challenges into victories. If you’re passionate about creating a nurturing and joy-filled learning space, and you love the idea of being part of a close-knit, faith-driven community, we’d love to welcome you to the Elim family. Here, every day is a new adventure—filled with laughter, learning, and meaningful connections. As a BCBA at Elim, you won’t just be part of a team; you’ll be part of a mission. And we make it a priority to care for you, too—with free unlimited virtual counseling, work-life balance, and fun surprises like ice cream trucks, painting parties, and a free Thanksgiving feast. Because when our teachers feel supported and valued, they can do their best work. Why Elim? Elim Christian Services is more than a school—it’s a place where children and adults with disabilities are seen, valued, and empowered to thrive. Our work is rooted in the belief that every person has a God-given purpose, and we’re here to help them discover it.

Requirements

Master's degree in applied behavior analysis or related field
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification

Responsibilities

Supervision Oversee all behavior programming on their designated caseload
Consult with other members of the Behavior Team regularly regarding behavior-related services, techniques, and updates.
Conduct quarterly Behavior Review Committee (BRC) meetings and additional behavior-related meetings on an as needed basis
Provide individual and group RBT supervision as outlined by the BACB
Direct Service to Students Conduct informal and formal behavior assessments of all students on caseload, frequently monitor behavior of students throughout school day, and collaborate with IEP team to create positive behavior change
Develop Functional Behavior Analyses (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) in collaboration with the IEP team and other members of the Elim Behavior Team as needed for students who require behavior management services.
Enter FBAs/BIPs into the appropriate IEP system (e.g., Embrace, EasyIEP) and present plans at IEP meetings
Collect, graph, and analyze student behavior data and present these data to the IEP team as appropriate
Directly support the behavior of students according to approved procedures in various areas of the school environment
Respond to crisis situations related to student behavior and utilize appropriate crisis management procedures to assure safety of staff and students
Participates in all required meetings and completes all required sections of the IEP process
Consultation Collaborate with the student’s IEP team to develop and implement the student’s IEP
Consult with parents and/or in-home support team and provide appropriate resources based on individual student need
Assist with completion of various assessments on an as needed basis (i.e., VB MAPP, ABLLS, etc.)
Monitor behavior strategy implementation across all school environments
Consult with transportation team and district when student behavior impedes the ability for safe transportation
Consult with teachers and other members of a student’s interdisciplinary team about environmental structure regarding behavior concerns/issues including room arrangement, schedule use, communication, etc.
Maintain and assemble behavior-related instructional materials, as needed
Promote the utilization of proactive behavior strategies and least restrictive intervention
Instruction Educate staff on strategies to use when working with individuals who have disabilities
Assist in teaching and modeling of staff data collection procedures, appropriate general behavior management techniques, proactive strategies, positive behavior supports, and behavior during crisis situations according to each student’s behavior plan
Conduct Safety Care training for Elim staff
Uses assessment/baseline data to develop vigorously appropriate IEPs goals as needed
General Program Support Assist classrooms and related service providers with the implementation of scheduled program activities as needed for behavior prevention and response throughout the school day and on community experiences as needed
Assist with the transportation/transitional needs of students during arrival and dismissal
Learn to use and assist in the care of equipment and devices that students may require (augmentative communication devices, wheelchairs, etc.)