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Ivy Rehab
Park Ridge, Illinois

Clinical Director, BCBA

BCBAFull-Time

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Job Description

State of Location

Illinois

Position Summary

Job Description

Clinic Director/Pediatric Board-Certified Behavior Analyst – Full Time

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Are you a big kid at heart? Join us at Ivy Rehab for Kids where work turns into play! Ivy Rehab for Kids is a leading national provider of outpatient and early intervention pediatric therapy, and the largest pediatric rehab provider in the U.S. We are an entrepreneurial organization that champions clinical and professional growth. We provide exceptional resources, structure, leadership, mentorship, and career advice to our teammates to set them up for success.

At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee; you are a valued teammate!

Ivy rehab is recognized by Modern Healthcare as a best place to work, signifying excellence in our industry and providing an outstanding workplace culture.

Our Values

One Ivy – Love what you do – Do the right thing – I belong – GSD (Get stuff done) – Grow – Serve others

Position Summary

We are seeking a driven clinician with passion for helping children live life to the fullest. Our ideal teammate is self-motivated with a desire to grow professionally, providing best-in-class care and exceptional patient outcomes. Our ideal teammate has the ability to lead a team and drive a positive culture. Interested in learning more? We invite you to apply today so we can connect with you!

As a clinic-based BCBA, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of children while providing direct on-site support to RBTs. Treatment is compassionate, child led and naturalistic. A rewarding part of your role will be collaboration with your fellow teammates!

Our clinics are comprised of board-certified behavior analysts, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists. This allows you the opportunity to work together to drive patient success.

As a clinic director, you will work alongside the regional director and clinic directors of other Ivy locations for optimal personal leadership growth.

Summary of Benefits

  • Smaller community vibe with bigger company benefits
  • Quarterly bonus potential in addition to a competitive base salary
  • Competitive benefits package including 401k match
  • Up to 4 weeks of PTO + 6 paid holidays + 2 CEU days annually
  • Up to $2,000 in CEU reimbursement annually
  • Free MedBridge subscription (education platform) - Unlimited access to CEUs!
  • Leadership development through our industry leading L.E.A.D program
  • Clinical Career Ladder – Advance your career through your clinical accomplishments
  • Partnership opportunities to start-up, run, and have equity in your very own clinic
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Core Responsibilities

  • Develop exceptional plan of care
  • Code for services while adhering to compliance standards
  • Document appropriately and efficiently
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, colleagues, other healthcare professionals
  • Maintain a safe clinic environment
  • Drive the success of the clinic
  • Create a positive work environment

Qualifications & Skills

  • Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field from an accredited program.
  • Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field from an accredited program.
  • Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing.

Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure in the applicable state, including completion of the required 8-hour supervision training.

Preferred 4–6 years of post-certification experience as a BCBA, with demonstrated clinical leadership and supervisory experience.

  • Strong knowledge of evidence-based ABA practices, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop clinical teams while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture.
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality clinical services and achieving exceptional client outcomes.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while effectively managing multiple priorities and maintaining attention to detail.

Self-motivated professional with a growth mindset and a passion for continuous learning and professional development.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Experience overseeing clinical operations, caseload management, and performance outcomes across multiple clinicians.
  • Demonstrated success in training, coaching, and supervising BCBAs, BCaBAs, and RBTs.

Ability to partner effectively with executive leadership to drive clinical excellence, staff retention, and organizational growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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Key Responsibilities

The Clinic Director is responsible for developing exceptional plans of care and ensuring compliance with documentation and coding standards. They also lead the clinic team, maintain a safe environment, and foster a positive, collaborative work culture.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess a current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. Preferred qualifications include 4–6 years of post-certification experience with demonstrated clinical leadership and supervisory skills.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Regulatory complianceTeam mentoringInterdisciplinary collaborationOrganizational skillsStaff training

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Illinois, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (125 salary observations; 257 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,950 salary observations; 5,432 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, 52% are remote, 32% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedApplied Behavior Analysis median $81k (middle half $79k–$91k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Illinois vs national$85k median in Illinois$92k nationally (−8%)125 state / 1,950 national salary observations
Cost of livingIllinois index 100.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Illinois127 active2,638 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 52% remote · 32% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+5.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Behavior Analyst Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
76%
Relocation assistance
43%
Loan repayment
30%

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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,621 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Ivy Rehab

Wellness and Fitness Services
White Plains, New York
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Quarterly bonus potential
Competitive base salary
Competitive benefits package including 401k match
Up to 4 weeks of PTO + 6 paid holidays + 2 CEU days annually
Up to $2,000 in CEU reimbursement annually
Free MedBridge subscription (Unlimited access to CEUs)
Leadership development through L.E.A.D program
Clinical Career Ladder

Living in Park Ridge

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$543k
Typical market rent
$2,433/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.