Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

TITLE: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, Entry-level or recent grads encouraged to apply! LOCATION: Des Plaines clinic SALARY RANGE: $75,000-$85,000 per year

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

At IABA, BCBAs do what they were trained to do - practice the science. As a BCBA-owned small business, we believe in quality over quotas: no minimum therapy hours, no corporate cookie-cutter treatment plans. Just a passionate, close-knit team committed to meaningful outcomes for our learners. You'll lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized interventions across both in-home and clinic settings. We trust our BCBAs to build their own schedules and work from home for indirect hours - because autonomy and work-life balance matter here. If you're energized by single-subject design, precision teaching, and making a real difference, we'd love to meet you.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Complete intakes for new clients and conduct functional behavior assessments to establish meaningful objectives and goals Administer behavioral, language, play, and skill-based assessments Design, supervise, and analyze treatment plans grounded in applied behavior analysis and precision teaching Supervise, evaluate, and mentor staff to ensure high-quality, consistent treatment plan implementation Overlap client sessions semi-monthly to support fidelity and staff development Partner with parents and guardians through monthly family meetings to support skill generalization across home and clinic environments Uphold confidentiality, ethical standards, and HIPAA compliance at all times Maintain a flexible schedule responsive to client needs, while meeting a monthly service aim of 120 hours

REQUIRED SKILLS

Master's Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field Professional, polished representation of the agency at all times Strong verbal and written communication skills Reliable work ethic with consistent follow-through on scheduling commitments Solid assessment and treatment planning skills 1+ year of clinical experience with children with developmental disabilities or autism (such as RBT experience, BCBA experience, Program Manager experience, etc.) Ability to work independently and take initiative Precision Teaching or Natural Environment Teaching (NET) background preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

Active BCBA national certification (required) NPI number, CAQH profile, and Illinois State Licensure Must pass a background check First Aid/CPR certification preferred; QBS Safety-Care training provided

TRAVEL

Services split between in-home, clinic, and remote settings; travel up to 30 minutes one way within your region Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance required

REPORTING

Reports to Clinical Supervisor or Senior BCBA #J-18808-Ljbffr Iabaconsultants