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Milestone Therapy
Merrillville, Indiana

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Pediatrics

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$105k

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Job Description

A growing clinic, a supported team, and real work-life balance.

At Milestone Therapy, we've built more than a job. It's a workplace where your skills are respected, your impact is real, and your well-being comes first.

Our Merrillville clinic is one of our fastest-growing locations, serving a community with lots of kids and families who need us. You'll make an immediate difference in their lives and help shape a clinic that's building momentum every day.

There are no corporate investors to answer to here. Milestone is a therapist-led organization of real people doing meaningful work.

We're hiring a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to lead with purpose, support a talented team of RBTs, and provide top-quality ABA services to the children who count on us most.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop personalized plans of care.
  • Supervise and mentor Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in their daily practice.
  • Ensure fidelity in behavior plan implementation and provide hands-on guidance.
  • Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to support client outcomes.
  • Complete documentation that is accurate, ethical, and efficient.
  • Provide caregiver education and training to promote real-world skill generalization.

Why Milestone Therapy?

  • Therapist-Led Organization – You report to professionals who understand your clinical role, not an accountant.
  • No Corporate Bureaucracy – Focus on care, not spreadsheets.
  • Collaborative Pediatric Team – Partner with SLPs, OTs, PTs, and RBTs in a supportive, team-first culture.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • 6 Paid Holidays + Generous PTO Plan
  • Continuing Education Reimbursement
  • $650 Annual Technology Stipend
  • $260 Annual Personal Wellness Allowance
  • Supportive work environment with regular team events and professional development

Qualifications

  • Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification
  • Pediatric or clinic ABA experience preferred
  • Strong clinical judgment, documentation, and supervision skills
  • Team player with a collaborative spirit and a passion for helping kids thrive

Ready to Love Where You Work?

If you’re seeking purpose, balance, and a team that lifts you up, we’re ready to meet you. Join us in Highland, Indiana, and discover a career that finally works for you.

Apply Now and take the next step with Milestone Therapy!

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*Please be advised this is a job ad, not a listing of all tasks and duties for this position

Milestone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.

Full consideration is given to any person who is qualified to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

If you're looking for in-home ABA therapy jobs or other applied behavior analysis jobs near me, there are many opportunities for those with a master’s in ABA or master's in applied behavior analysis, including ABA therapist positions and applied behavior analyst careers in various settings.

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Key Responsibilities

The BCBA will conduct functional behavior assessments, develop personalized care plans, and supervise RBTs to ensure high-quality ABA service delivery. They will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide training to caregivers to support client outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

MentoringClinical documentationCaregiver trainingMultidisciplinary collaborationPediatric care

Pediatrics Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% are remote, 24% have no call, 94% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$93k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $99k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Behavior Analyst Jobs

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Salary Distribution50 jobs · 17 employers

11
<$95k
14
$95k-105k
11
$105k-115k
11
$115k-125k
3
$125k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks50 jobs · 17 employers

CME allowance
92% this job
401k / retirement match
86% this job
Sign-on bonus
76%
Loan repayment
38%
Relocation assistance
22%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Pediatrics (Behavior Analysis) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 37 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Merrillville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$240k≈ 3.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,553/mo≈ 23% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
32 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Milestone Therapy

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11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
6 Paid Holidays
Generous PTO Plan
Continuing Education Reimbursement
$650 Annual Technology Stipend
$260 Annual Personal Wellness Allowance