Benefits:

Flexible schedule

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Are you a seasoned BCBA looking for a dynamic, joyful opportunity beyond a clinic job?PlayThinks in Chicago, we operate a school-like and naturalistic environment that integrates play, creativity and cultural values. Our campus includes animals, a theatre, a woodshop and a hydroponic garden, and we constantly research and innovate to stay ahead.

What We Offer

• • • Competitive salary range $107,000–$109,000 plus a sign-on bonus
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan (no employer match)
• Paid time off, sick leave and holidays
• Professional liability insurance
• CEU support and ongoing professional development
• Small caseloads with only 25 billable hours to promote work-life balance
• Flexible scheduling – choose 8–4, 9–5 or 10–6 from Sunday through Thursday
• Diverse staff and inclusive culture

Why Join PlayThinks?

• Not a traditional ABA clinic – our programs integrate play, creativity, culture and values
• Naturalistic environment with animals, theatre, woodshop and hydroponic garden
• Research-driven practice – we continually study and innovate our approaches
• Feuerstein influence – we apply Feuerstein’s cognitive enrichment tools to ABA, shaping the future of the field
• Collaborative environment – partner with speech therapists, social workers, educators and rabbis
• Supportive culture – innovation, compassion and professional growth are at the heart of our work

What You’ll Do

• Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
• Design and oversee ethical, data-driven ABA programs
• Provide services across home, school, clinic and community settings
• Supervise and mentor registered behavior technicians and two BCBA fieldwork students to ensure high-quality care
• Collaborate with families, educators and community leaders to generalize skills
• Monitor progress, ensure compliance and uphold client dignity
• Participate in ongoing training and contribute to a culture of excellence

Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and Illinois Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) license (or eligibility)
• Master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology, special education or a related field
• At least five years of ABA experience, including supervisory experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to commute to our Chicago clinic

Preferred

• Experience supervising BCBA fieldwork students
• Comfort working in diverse settings (home, school, clinic, community) and with a diverse team
• Interest or experience in naturalistic learning and the Feuerstein approach