BCBA Clinical Director

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$90k-$120k

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Job Description

Annual compensation: $90,000–$120,000 (including quarterly bonus) Job Type: Full-time Work Setting: In-person, clinic Location: Deerfield, IL Let’s be real: not all therapy companies are created equal. Some places give you a title and a caseload.

At North Shore Pediatric Therapy, you get something different: a career you’re proud to talk about because you can point to the kids who are speaking their first words, eating family meals for the first time, or finally thriving in a classroom because of the work you and your team led.

We’re the kind of company where: You’ll actually feel good wearing the swag, because it represents a place that values assent-based, ethical care and backs clinicians with real resources. Unlike most providers, our centers practice true interdisciplinary care.

BCBAs, SLPs, OTs, PTs, neuropsychologists, and mental health providers working side by side, often co-treating, so kids get support that reflects the whole picture of who they are. When someone asks, “So what do you do?” you won’t just say “I’m a BCBA.”

You’ll tell them you work at one of the few companies that refuses blanket 40-hour recommendations. While others default to preset buckets, we use a framework that considers diagnostic severity, adaptive functioning, age, access to other therapies, and quality of life. The result?

Recommendations that are individualized, ethical, and built around the child and family in front of us. Your leadership changes kids’ lives in visible, measurable ways, with OBM dashboards that guide smarter decisions, families who say “We finally feel heard,” and a team that grows stronger because of your coaching.

This is an opportunity to do the best work of your career — leading remarkable clinicians, solving meaningful problems, and impacting the lives of families every single day. Who Will Love This Job: A natural coach: You love helping people grow and get excited when your team succeeds.

A culture-builder: You believe collaboration and laughter go hand-in-hand with great care. A detail + big-picture thinker: You can toggle from reviewing documentation to mapping out a 5-year vision without missing a beat.

A problem-solver: Scheduling puzzles, tricky conversations, and “no easy answer” questions don’t scare you. A connector: You enjoy building relationships across disciplines, from BCBAs to OTs to teachers and families.

A little bit goofy: You’re the kind of leader who might organize a team lunch, celebrate small wins with confetti, or bring creative energy to everyday moments. What You’ll Do: Lead and grow your BCBA + RBT teams while supporting interdisciplinary collaboration.

Drive clinical quality, training, and performance standards. Recruit, onboard, and mentor new clinicians. Partner with doctors, teachers, SLPs, OTs, PTs, and mental health providers to deliver wraparound care. Support strategic planning, efficiency, and operational improvements across programs.

Build a culture of collaboration, growth, and support. What You Bring: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), licensed in the state of Illinois and in good standing. 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role. Strong communicator who is proactive and detail-oriented.

Passion for serving children and families, especially those with autism and developmental needs. Ability to perform essential functions such as sitting, standing, bending, and occasionally lifting up to 45 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Why Join North Shore Pediatric Therapy? Because leadership here matters. You’ll see your influence in: Kids who thrive because of the care your team delivers. Clinicians who grow under your coaching and guidance. Programs that improve because you helped design them.

And because we know great leaders deserve great support, here’s what we offer: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. 25+ days off in your first year through PTO + 7 paid holidays.

401(k) with company match to plan for your future. $500 Professional development stipend + free In-house CEUs — we invest in your growth. A supportive environment where feedback fuels growth, creativity sparks ideas, and laughter is part of the job.

We know you’re already doing incredible work where you are, but at North Shore Pediatric Therapy, we’re committed to creating an environment where you can do even more—while being supported, celebrated, and inspired along the way.

Whether you’re ready to make a move or just want to explore your options, we’d love to show you what else is out there. Let’s talk about how we can help you lead, inspire, and grow in your career. Total compensation includes base and eligible annual bonus. Total compensation $98,000 — $120,000 USD

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop BCBA and RBT teams, oversee clinical quality and performance standards, and recruit, onboard, and mentor clinicians. Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary providers while supporting strategic planning, operational improvements, and a supportive team culture.

Requirements

Requires an Illinois-licensed BCBA in good standing and at least three years of leadership or supervisory experience. Candidates should communicate proactively, be detail-oriented, and be passionate about serving children and families with autism and developmental needs; the role also involves physical tasks such as occasionally lifting up to 45 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical LeadershipTeam CoachingStaff RecruitmentOnboardingClinical Quality ManagementPerformance ManagementOperational ImprovementCommunicationProblem-SolvingBehavior AnalysisAutism and Developmental Care

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

In Illinois, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (124 salary observations; 254 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,926 salary observations; 5,371 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, 64% are remote, 34% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Illinois vs national$85k median in Illinois$92k nationally (−8%)124 state / 1,926 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$105k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Illinois122 active2,655 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 64% remote · 34% no call · 74% 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.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
83% this job
Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

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About North Shore Pediatric Therapy

Medical Practices
Des Plaines, IL
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Quarterly bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
25+ days off in first year (PTO + 7 paid holidays)
401(k) with company match
$500 Professional development stipend
Free In-house CEUs

Living in Deerfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$549k≈ 6.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,789/mo≈ 37% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 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.

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