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Orland Park, Illinois · Hybrid

Clinical Lead Supervisor (BCBA) - Orland Park

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$90K–$102K,

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

The Clinical Lead Supervisor (CLS) is a vital clinical leader who plays a meaningful role in supporting and mentoring our center-based BCBAs while elevating the quality of care, strengthening team engagement, and contributing to the growth and success of the center.

Working closely with center leadership, the CLS helps guide daily clinical operations and maintains a small, manageable caseload of comprehensive service clients.

Through thoughtful coaching, strategic planning, and ongoing quality monitoring, this role ensures strong clinical outcomes while fostering a positive, supportive, and rewarding work environment for the entire team.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay Based on Your Experience & Education:
  • Annual Starting Salary: $90,000 - $102,000, based on experience
  • Eligibility to earn up to $11,500 in annual bonus potential
  • Annual continuing education stipend of $1,000
  • Generous Benefits & Perks
  • Flexible hybrid work model designed to support work-life balance
  • You'll enjoy 9 company holidays, 2 floating holidays, and the ability to accrue vacation, paid leave, sick leave, and wellness time — all to help you balance work and life
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Up to 6 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • 401k with company match up to 3%
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter Spending Account & Dependent Care FSA
  • Monthly wellness reimbursement up to $25
  • Pet Insurance – because fur-babies count too!
  • Weekly work from home opportunities
  • What You’ll Do
  • Manage a small caseload of 4-5 clients while maintaining a billable expectation of 22 hours
  • Conduct assessments and craft individualized treatment programs that directly impact each child's progression
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to BCBAs to develop clinical, professional, management, and leadership skills
  • Lead and support staff management using organizational behavior management techniques leading to reduced turnover
  • Implement quality assurance measures for clinical staff (RBT, BCBA) to ensure we meet all clinical goals
  • Plan and co-present monthly group parent training and staff training
  • Conduct initial and ongoing client assessments and individualized treatment programs
  • Maintain and oversee compliant clinical documentation, data collection, and reports
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of behavioral intervention plans through direct observation and analysis of data
  • Provide BCBA student supervision to BCBA students

What We’re Looking For

A dedicated and compassionate BCBA who brings a balance of clinical expertise, leadership, and empathy to their work.

Strong communicators who can meaningfully connect with children, families, and team members while supporting a positive and collaborative environment.

Organized and adaptable clinicians who can manage multiple priorities, maintain clear documentation, and navigate a dynamic clinical setting.

  • A motivator and mentor who enjoys developing others, giving feedback, and supporting team success.
  • Must hold active BCBA certification, and an active Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential in the State of Illinois.
  • A dedicated BCBA with 3+ years of experience leading, managing, or mentoring a team of RBTs.
  • Ideally has some experience managing or mentoring other BCBAs and/or graduate level students as well
  • A Commitment to Your Growth
  • Structured onboarding and training from experienced clinical staff
  • Monthly in-house continuing education, ongoing training workshops, and an annual clinical conference

Transparent Paths for Advancement and Development

Educational partnerships and tuition savings with multiple universities for you and your family (including The Chicago School, National Louis University, Capella University, and more!)

A Culture That Feels Like Family

  • Leaders who are accessible, supportive, and invested in your success.
  • An inclusive and collaborative company that values DEIB and ensuring that all voices are heard.

Opportunities to get involved beyond your role – joining employee-led initiatives and committees that help shape our culture, plan events, and connect across our centers.

A workplace that prioritizes mental wellness, positivity, and balance while maintaining high standards of care and professionalism.

Recognition programs that reward dedication, creativity, and teamwork, making you feel appreciated every day.

Ready to join us in making a difference? Apply now and let's create brighter futures together at The Place for Children with Autism!

The Place for Children with Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications, but all hiring decisions are made by humans. These tools are designed to assess job-related qualifications fairly and in compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact peopleteam@ThePlaceForABA.COM.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Lead Supervisor manages a small caseload of clients while providing mentorship and clinical leadership to BCBAs and staff. They are responsible for overseeing clinical operations, conducting assessments, and ensuring high-quality treatment outcomes through data analysis and staff coaching.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active BCBA certification and an Illinois Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credential. A minimum of 3 years of experience in leading, managing, or mentoring a team of RBTs is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningAssessmentCommunicationAdaptabilityTeam collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Lead Supervisor (BCBA) - Orland Park at Confidential Employer a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,352 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

Confidential Employer ranks #5 of 15 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In Illinois, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$86k (77 salary observations; 243 listings), vs ~$92k nationally (1,067 salary observations; 4,214 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, 68% are remote, 30% have no call, 68% require no weekends — this position is remote.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $96k 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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About Confidential Employer

Mental Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Annual bonus potential up to $11,500
Annual continuing education stipend of $1,000
9 company holidays, 2 floating holidays
Accrued vacation, paid leave, sick leave, and wellness time
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Disability and Life Insurance
Up to 6 weeks paid Parental Leave
401k with company match up to 3%