Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst

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💼 Compensation & Bonuses

At NSPT, we believe in transparency and rewarding your hard work. Our compensation structure includes:

• Total Annual Compensation: $98,000–$104,000, factoring in base salary and bonus opportunities. This is made up of the following:
  • Base Salary: Our base salaries range from $86,000 to $92,000—depending on your clinical experience—and are based on a minimum of 28 hours of care.
  • Caregiver Training Bonus: Earn a $500 quarterly bonus for meeting caregiver training minimums, recognizing your efforts to engage and empower caregivers.
  • Hours of Care Bonus (paid bi-weekly): For every billable hour 30+, receive an additional $50/hour, ensuring your dedication is meaningfully rewarded.

📈 Career Growth & Development

• Free in-house CEUs, a $500 annual CEU stipend, and structured leadership training.
• Clear advancement paths—many of our BCBAs have grown into Clinical Director and leadership roles.
• New BCBA Onboarding Program to ensure a smooth transition into your role with structured support.
• Leadership Track: this role includes the chance to take on additional responsibility by supervising a Tier 2 or Tier 3 ABA fieldwork student. You'll support their clinical development while expanding your own leadership and mentorship skills.
• Opportunities for co-treats and cross-team collaboration with other pediatric therapy disciplines, learning from these team members to enhance your clinical knowledge and provide an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to care. allowing for an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to care.

🕒 Work-Life Balance & Time Off

• 25 paid days off in your first year: 16 PTO days, 7 paid holidays, and 2 floating days.
• Opportunities for flexible schedules and work-from-home days.

👤 Manageable Caseloads & Admin Support

• Your caseload will include 225 billable hours per month (28 per week) with operational support from fieldwork students. 
• Dedicated scheduling and admin teams handle logistics, ensuring you can focus on clinical work.
• 10% of your time is dedicated to supervision, and this time is considered billable, ensuring you can effectively support and develop your team without an overwhelming workload.

🏥 Comprehensive Benefits

• Multiple health insurance options (PPO, HSA, HMO) to fit your needs. We pay, on average, 75% of premiums.
• 401(k) with a 4% company match to help you plan for the future.
• Wellness perks like free Calm and Teladoc memberships for you and your family.
• $500 CEU stipend; $1000+ scholarships for future clinicians, and free in-house CEUs to support yuour professional growth.

What Sets NSPT Apart?

1️⃣ Ethical, Evidence-Based Treatment Recommendations

We believe in clinical integrity—no forced hour minimums or arbitrary scheduling.

• We determine therapy hours based on diagnosis severity, functional skills, and therapeutic needs.
• We empower BCBAs to use their expertise to make individualized decisions.
• You will never see blanket treatment recommendations based on age alone. Our commitment is to our clients.

2️⃣ Support That Prevents Burnout

• Lower caseload expectations (28/hr week) mean you can focus on quality care, not just hitting numbers.
• Collaborative leadership that listens and makes real changes based on BCBA feedback.
• OBM-driven practices to ensure an efficient, positive work environment.

3️⃣ A Team That Truly Works Together

• Interdisciplinary collaboration with Speech, OT, PT, and Mental Health professionals.
• A work environment that values clinical autonomy, respects your time, and prioritizes outcomes.
• Team-based problem-solving and shared learning to continuously improve clinical outcomes.

What You’ll Do As a Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

• Oversee ABA therapy programs to ensure individualized, evidence-based care.
• Supervise and mentor RBTs & BCBA Fellows to develop the next generation of clinicians.
• Serve as a primary supervisor for a practicum student, supporting their clinical development through weekly individual and group supervision.
• Collaborate with a team of experts across disciplines to provide holistic, effective therapy.
• Use data-driven decision-making to refine treatment plans and drive meaningful progress for children and families.
• Participate in caregiver training sessions to ensure skill-building extends beyond therapy sessions.

Who You Are

• A BCBA with a minimum of 2 years of experience, in good standing with the BACB, passionate about clinical quality.
• Licensed in the state of Illinois.
• A leader who enjoys mentoring RBTs and growing future clinicians.
• Committed to assent-based, evidence-driven treatment that respects each child’s needs.
• An advocate for ethical, individualized care, ensuring every child receives a plan tailored to their specific needs.

Why Choose North Shore Pediatric Therapy?