Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - In Person
Job Description
Job Description
Are you a seasoned BCBA looking for a dynamic, joyful opportunity beyond a clinic job?PlayThinks in Chicago, we operate a school-like and naturalistic environment that integrates play, creativity and cultural values. Our campus includes animals, a theatre, a woodshop and a hydroponic garden, and we constantly research and innovate to stay ahead.
What We Offer- - - Competitive salary range $107,000–$109,000 plus a sign-on bonus
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan (no employer match)
- Paid time off, sick leave and holidays
- Professional liability insurance
- CEU support and ongoing professional development
- Small caseloads with only 25 billable hours to promote work-life balance
- Flexible scheduling – choose 8–4, 9–5 or 10–6 from Sunday through Thursday
- Diverse staff and inclusive culture Why Join PlayThinks?
- Not a traditional ABA clinic – our programs integrate play, creativity, culture and values
- Naturalistic environment with animals, theatre, woodshop and hydroponic garden
- Research-driven practice – we continually study and innovate our approaches
- Feuerstein influence – we apply Feuerstein’s cognitive enrichment tools to ABA, shaping the future of the field
- Collaborative environment – partner with speech therapists, social workers, educators and rabbis
- Supportive culture – innovation, compassion and professional growth are at the heart of our work What You’ll Do
- Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
- Design and oversee ethical, data-driven ABA programs
- Provide services across home, school, clinic and community settings
- Supervise and mentor registered behavior technicians and two BCBA fieldwork students to ensure high-quality care
- Collaborate with families, educators and community leaders to generalize skills
- Monitor progress, ensure compliance and uphold client dignity
- Participate in ongoing training and contribute to a culture of excellence Qualifications
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and Illinois Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) license (or eligibility)
- Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, special education or a related field
- At least five years of ABA experience, including supervisory experience
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to commute to our Chicago clinic Preferred
- Experience supervising BCBA fieldwork students
- Comfort working in diverse settings (home, school, clinic, community) and with a diverse team
- Interest or experience in naturalistic learning and the Feuerstein approach
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