BCBA and Clinic Director
Listed compensation
$85k-$95k
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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
Key Skills
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 4.8 / 10 · above average in applied behavior analysis | ranked 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 power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Illinois | 121 active | 2,551 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 70% remote · 30% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois 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 |
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