Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Listed compensation
$50-$60/hr
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Job Description
Job Title
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Pay Range
$50-$60/hourly
Job Description
For the 26/27 SY| Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA): $50-60/hour | Full-Time | Buffalo Grove, IL
About the Role
Provide behavioral support and clinical oversight for students with diverse learning and behavioral needs. You’ll conduct assessments, develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), supervise RBTs, and collaborate with families and school teams to support student success. This role blends clinical expertise with hands-on support in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Why Join Us
- CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
- Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
- Paid sick time
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
What You’ll Do
- Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBA) and develop individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Oversee and support Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to ensure fidelity of ABA implementation
- Collect, analyze, and manage behavioral data to drive decision-making and student progress
- Collaborate with families, school staff, and related service providers to support student goals
- Provide training and guidance on behavior strategies and interventions
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with BACB standards
- Prepare materials and ensure readiness for effective service delivery across settings
- Implement crisis intervention strategies (e. g., CPI) as needed
Must Have
- Active BCBA certification (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
- Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field
- DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance, as applicable by state
Preferred
- Experience working with students with autism spectrum disorder and/or severe behavioral needs
- Experience supervising RBTs and implementing ABA programs in school settings
- Strong data analysis, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Additional certifications such as CPI, Pro-Act, or CPR
About Point Quest Group
Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.
Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs — and deserves — to succeed.
Point Quest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Key Responsibilities
The BCBA will conduct functional behavior assessments and develop individualized behavior intervention plans for students. They will also supervise Registered Behavior Technicians and collaborate with school teams to ensure effective service delivery.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active BCBA certification and a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or a related field. Additionally, they must pass a DOJ/FBI background check and TB clearance.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context
In Illinois, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (130 salary observations; 264 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,967 salary observations; 5,477 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, 66% are remote, 32% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $104k–$125k | Applied Behavior Analysis median $146k (middle half $49k–$146k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Illinois vs national | $85k median in Illinois | $92k nationally (−8%)130 state / 1,967 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$114k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Illinois | 128 active | 2,642 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 66% remote · 32% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend | +5.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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Living in Buffalo Grove
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $431k
- Typical market rent
- $2,403/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 26 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.