Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

About the role

Founded and led by a BCBA, UABL is a community-centered organization dedicated to helping children with autism and developmental disabilities reach their fullest potential. We believe in creating an environment where children thrive, families feel supported, and team members love coming to work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments and create individualized treatment plans.
• Assess learners using tools such as VB-MAPP, Vineland, PEAK, ABLLS-R, and SRS-2.
• Supervise RBTs and trainees (5–10% of RBT hours).
• Maintain a manageable caseload (6–8 clients) to ensure quality supervision.
• Provide ongoing training and mentorship to RBTs.
• Collaborate with parents, SLPs, and other professionals for coordinated care.
• Attend bi-weekly team check-ins and monthly staff trainings.
• Ensure timely completion of documentation and progress reports.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field.
• Current BCBA certification in good standing with the BACB.
• Minimum 1 year of post-certification experience preferred (will consider strong new BCBAs with clinical experience).
• Knowledge of evidence-based ABA interventions, assessment tools, and data-driven decision making.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a passion for mentoring.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work onsite at our Morris, IL clinic.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children with autism and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to inspire confidence and positivity in others.
• Experience balancing professionalism with playfulness.
• Proven track record of leading with integrity and compassion.
• Strong collaborative skills with families and fellow clinicians.
• Ability to see potential in every child and joy in every milestone.

Skills

• Expertise in evidence-based ABA interventions and assessment tools.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to mentor and train RBTs effectively.
• Experience with coordinating care across different professionals.
• Proficiency in conducting functional behavior assessments and creating individualized treatment plans.

Benefits

• Salary: $80,000 – $105,000 (based on experience)
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 10 paid vacation days, 5 paid sick days, and 11 paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling and remote workdays for documentation and planning
• $500 annual CEU stipend + 2 paid CEU days
• Mentorship and leadership development opportunities
• Short- and long-term disability coverage

Pay

Salary range: $80,000 – $105,000 (based on experience)

Schedule

Flexible scheduling and no nights or weekends

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 10 paid vacation days, 5 paid sick days, and 11 paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling and remote workdays for documentation and planning
• $500 annual CEU stipend + 2 paid CEU days
• Mentorship and leadership development opportunities
• Short- and long-term disability coverage