Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Are you a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) eager to make a significant difference in the lives of children and families affected by autism? At The Place for Children with Autism, we are dedicated to enriching lives through evidence-based, high-quality therapy. Our mission is to provide exceptional care, one child and one family at a time. If you are passionate about creating positive change, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a positive difference in our communities.

Location Address:  3139 W 111th St Chicago, IL 60655

Why Work at The Place?:

• Compensation: starting base salary $71,500.00 salary commensurate with experience.
• Shared Success Bonus Plan: $11,200.00, potential earning  
  • Based Compensation + Shared Success Bonus Plan = $82,700.00 + starting salary for newly certified BCBAs 
• Sign-On Bonus: up to $7,500.00 depending on location
• Location Premium: up to $1,000.00 depending on location
• Relocation Assistance: Are you moving from a different state or more than 50 miles? We are here to help.
• Clear Career Pathways with Pay Increases: level up from BCBA – Clinical Director (also known as CLS “Clinical Lead Supervisor”) – Regional Clinical Director (also known as RCS “Regional Clinical Supervisor)
• Annual Clinical Conference: Hosted by "The Place" once a year to give BCBAs a social experience to engage with guest speakers, get free CEUs, participate in team bonding activities and enjoy catered food.
• Free CEUs: In-House CE Training and $1,000.00 Annual Professional Development Stipend.
• Work From Home Reward Incentive: Up to 4 days per month to WFH.
• Supportive Work Environment: We prioritize creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is at the heart of everything we do.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 30 days (5 Days of Paid Time, 5 Days of Vacation Time, 5 Days of Sick Time Accrued Annually, 9 Paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays, 4 paid Wellness Days).
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health (BCBS), Vision, Dental, 401(k) with matching, Paid Parental Leave, Child-Care Incentives, Commuter Benefits, Monthly Wellness Reimbursement, Educational Reimbursement, Pet Insurance

BCBA at The Place:

• Supervise a small caseload of clients, shaping their developmental journey.
• Conduct assessments and craft individualized treatment programs that directly impact each child's progression.
• Maintain meticulous client notes and data, ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in therapy.
• Provide crucial supervision and training to our clinical staff and families, empowering them to support our mission.
• Evaluate and adapt behavior intervention plans, driving continuous improvement and success.
• Cultivate a positive and supportive culture among our dedicated team, clients, and families, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment.

Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field.
• Active BCBA certification, State Licensure from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• Clinical setting experience strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in systems such as Central Reach and Catalyst.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Established management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.