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Vernon Hills, Illinois

Board Certified Behavior Analyst Opening for National Nonprofit!

BCBAFull-Time

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$75k-$85k

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Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Vernon Hills, IL/Northfield, IL

Salary Range: up to $85,000 annually (based on experience)

Commitment Bonus: $5,000-$10,000

We offer relocation assistance!

“The clinic setting, collaboration of BCBAs all in the same office, and going to grad school with one of the BCBAs that worked at Hope all initially attracted me to Hope.

The clients, the families, the continued collaboration, and the support across clinicians has motivated me to stay and continue to make a difference in the clients'/families' lives. I feel very comfortable bringing questions, concerns, and ideas to my manager!

She is always willing to help answer a question; if she doesn't know, she will find the answer one way or another! I am constantly brainstorming ideas, and my manager is always happy to hear about them and utilize them if they will make a positive impact across staff and the clinic.”

About the Hope Autism Clinic

Where client outcomes are paramount, the Autism Clinic, which is a division of the nationally recognized non-profit, Hope, provides the highest quality therapeutic services to their local communities. We are dedicated to the idea that every child and their families deserve the opportunity to thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Serving children, ages 2 – 8, The Autism Clinic offers applied behavior analytic services (ABA), parent and family guidance, and in some settings, speech therapy. Each child’s treatment plan and treatment goals are individualized to meet their unique needs and all professionals collaborate together for optimal client outcomes.

As a part of our passionate care team you will have a purpose – not just a job. You’ll grow your professional skills, collaborate with talented professionals, and help create brighter futures for the children and families we serve. Be part of something meaningful – join us and help kids and their families soar!

What You Will Do

BCBAs are responsible for the ethical and evidence-based delivery of behavior analytic services to an assigned subset of clients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities in accordance with all guidelines stipulated by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB). This also includes but is not limited to, case management responsibilities, staff training, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Provides clinical case management for assigned caseload, which includes, but is not limited to completing assessments, conceptualizing goals and the course of therapy, recommending therapy hours, creating treatment plans, reviewing data and other pertinent information to make treatment recommendations, and communicating with all relevant stakeholders.
  • Involves the entire family or caregivers in treatment such that treatment plans include training goals, parents/caregivers are frequently updated on progress, growth, or areas of continued focus; BCBA will provide parent/staff training each month, which can be in whatever setting is deemed most appropriate.
  • Completes all required documentation, thoroughly and accurately, within the required timelines; Converts all sessions in time reporting platform within 24 hours of completion.
  • Accepts supervisory feedback and adjusts behavior and practices accordingly.

What You Will Bring

  • Master’s degree, an active BCBA credential and in good standing with the BACB or hold a Master’s degree in a related field and have at least 5 years of experience providing behavior analytic services.
  • Thorough understanding of the principles of ABA.

What We Prefer

  • Reliably organized, punctual, and able to set and meet goals and deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills, across all modalities, and able to work alongside colleagues of various disciplines
  • Consistent demonstration of sound judgement, problem-solving, and flexibility.
  • Recognition and accommodation of cultural differences and diversity.
  • Consistent demonstration of behavior in alignment with the organization’s core values.

What You Will Get

  • Competitive Pay
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Share, and Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Floating Holidays
  • Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance

Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Key Responsibilities

The BCBA is responsible for delivering ethical, evidence-based behavior analytic services to clients with autism and developmental disabilities. This includes clinical case management, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing training to staff and families.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree and an active BCBA credential in good standing. Alternatively, a Master's degree in a related field with at least 5 years of experience in behavior analytic services is required.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Applied Behavior AnalysisTreatment PlanningData AnalysisParent Guidance

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Hope ranks #7 of 16 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In Illinois, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (36 salary observations; 73 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (549 salary observations; 1,409 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% are remote, 22% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$80k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $80k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Vernon Hills

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$465k≈ 6.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,619/mo≈ 42% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
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 Hope

Primary and Secondary Education
Toledo, Ohio
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Relocation Assistance
Sign-On Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
Health Savings Account