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Happyian
Schiller Park, Illinois

BCBA and Clinic Director

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$85k-$95k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

BCBA & Clinic Director — Happyian Therapy & Academy

Now Hiring: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) & Clinic Director

Multiple Illinois Locations: Schiller Park, Des Plaines, Arlington Heights, Elgin, Schaumburg, Palos Hills, Oak Lawn, Hoffman Estates, and West Dundee

Build Your BCBA Career While Leading a Clinic

Happyian Therapy & Academy is seeking an ambitious, hardworking, and creative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to take on a unique BCBA + Clinic Director role at one of our growing clinics.

This position is ideal for a BCBA who wants to continue providing direct clinical care while developing leadership and clinic management skills.

We are looking for someone who is motivated to grow, willing to take initiative, and excited about the opportunity to prove themselves, build a strong clinic culture, and make a meaningful impact.

At Happyian, we believe leadership should come with support. You'll have a manageable caseload of approximately 5–7 clients, administrative support, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your responsibilities as you gain confidence and experience.

Compensation

  • $85,000–$95,000/year
  • Salary review and raise opportunities at 6-month and 12-month anniversaries
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities throughout the year

Position Details

  • Full-time position
  • Combination of BCBA clinical responsibilities + Clinic Director responsibilities
  • 25–30 billable hours per week
  • Manageable caseload of approximately 5–7 clients
  • Additional cases available with support from a Lead Case Supervisor
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Comprehensive administrative support
  • Opportunity to help build and grow one of our clinics

Clinical Responsibilities

As a BCBA, you will:

  • Conduct behavioral assessments
  • Develop individualized treatment plans
  • Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
  • Analyze client data and modify treatment plans as needed
  • Collaborate with families and caregivers
  • Work closely with interdisciplinary team members
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Ensure services are delivered according to BCBA ethical and professional standards
  • Support meaningful outcomes for children and families

Clinic Director Responsibilities

As Clinic Director, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Help oversee the day-to-day operations of the clinic
  • Support a positive and collaborative clinic culture
  • Work with clinical and administrative team members
  • Help develop programs and services within the clinic
  • Support staff development and team communication
  • Identify opportunities for clinic growth
  • Participate in community outreach and development
  • Take an active role in building the future of your clinic

You will have support from our leadership and administrative teams so that you can focus on leading, developing, and growing the clinic without carrying an unmanageable clinical caseload.

Benefits & Perks

  • Salary review and raise opportunities at 6 and 12 months
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Paid company holidays
  • Paid vacation days
  • 15 paid sick days annually, in addition to regular PTO
  • Paid CEUs
  • Professional development workshops
  • Opportunities to attend ABA conferences and industry events
  • Ongoing mentorship and clinical support
  • Leadership and professional development opportunities
  • Clear path for career growth and advancement

Supportive Administrative Team

Strong European-inspired work culture emphasizing work-life balance, autonomy, collaboration, and respect

Qualifications

  • Active BCBA certification or eligibility for certification
  • Master's degree in ABA, Psychology, Education, or a related field
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Strong clinical judgment and leadership potential
  • Passion for helping children and families achieve meaningful outcomes
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
  • Ambitious, creative, hardworking, and self-motivated mindset

New graduates and newly certified BCBAs are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Happyian?

We understand that combining BCBA clinical work with clinic leadershipcan be challenging. That's why we've designed this role around manageable caseloads, strong support, and real opportunities for growth.

You'll work with a small caseload of approximately 5–7 clients, while also developing the skills needed to lead and grow a clinic. As your experience and confidence grow, you'll have opportunities to expand your responsibilities with guidance from our leadership team and Lead Case Supervisor.

At Happyian, we invest in our clinicians and leaders through:

  • Paid CEUs and specialized workshops
  • Mentorship and clinical support
  • Conference and professional development opportunities
  • Regular compensation reviews
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Leadership development
  • Opportunities to help build new programs and services

We Want Leaders Who Want to Build.

This is more than a traditional BCBA position.

It's an opportunity to practice, lead, create, and grow.

If you're an ambitious BCBA who wants to take the next step in your career and eventually build something of your own within a supportive organization, we want to hear from you.

happyian@happyianaba.com

773-553-0900

Apply today by sending us your resume and learn more about joining the Happyian team!

Key Responsibilities

The BCBA and Clinic Director will conduct behavioral assessments, develop treatment plans, and supervise RBTs while managing daily clinic operations. They are responsible for fostering a collaborative clinic culture, supporting staff development, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Behavioral assessmentTreatment planningSupervisionData analysisABA therapy

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Illinois, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$86k (111 salary observations; 285 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,600 salary observations; 5,566 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% are remote, 30% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score4.8 / 10 · above average in applied behavior analysisranked against 2,552 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Illinois vs national$86k median in Illinois$92k nationally (−7%)111 state / 1,600 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$90k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Illinois121 active2,551 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 70% remote · 30% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois healthcare professional listings: 39% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 21% offer loan repayment143 active listings, Oct 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend−3.6% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,552 Applied Behavior Analysis listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

43 jobs · 22 employers
401k / retirement match
93%
CME allowance
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
44%
Relocation assistance
37%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.5this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,552 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Happyian

Individual and Family Services
Schiller Park, Illinois
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Salary review at 6 and 12 months
Performance-based bonuses
Paid company holidays
Paid vacation days
15 paid sick days annually
Paid CEUs
Professional development workshops
Conference attendance

Living in Schiller Park

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$348k≈ 4.1× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,221/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.