Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)Competitive compensation based on education and experience
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership advancement
Flexible scheduling options
Supportive, collaborative clinical environment
Ongoing professional development and training
Paid time off and recognized holiday schedule

Company Overview

Howard Intervention Center is a trusted provider of high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services serving families throughout South Suburban Chicago. Our mission is rooted in clinical integrity, family partnership, and empowering children with autism and related developmental needs to build meaningful, lifelong skills.

In addition to comprehensive ABA therapy services, we offer parent support programming, including Parent 2 Parent Support Groups and Parents’ Night Out events. We are committed to supporting not only the child, but the entire family system.

Position Summary

Howard Intervention Center is seeking a motivated and clinically strong Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our team. The BCBA will be responsible for designing, overseeing, and evaluating individualized ABA treatment programs for children across home, school, and center-based settings.

This role requires strong leadership, clinical decision-making, and collaboration with Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), Lead RBTs, families, and interdisciplinary professionals to ensure measurable client progress and high-quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and skill-based assessments

Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)

Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to RBTs and Lead RBTs

Train staff and caregivers on ABA strategies, data collection procedures, and behavior support techniques

Monitor treatment integrity and client progress through systematic data review and observation

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with BACB, state, and funding source requirements

Collaborate with families and team members to promote generalization of skills across environments

Remain current on BACB requirements and evidence-based ABA practices

Qualifications

Active BCBA certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)

Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field

State licensure (if applicable) in good standing

Minimum1 year of experience designing and overseeing ABA treatment programs preferred

Strong leadership, supervision, and clinical decision-making skills

Excellent communication, organization, and documentation abilities

CPR and First Aid certification (preferred or willingness to obtain)