Join Our Team as a BCBA or BCaBA

At Esperanza Community Services, we proudly support over 250 students and adult clients in Chicago diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential and thrive in their communities. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy guaranteed hours, generous paid time off, and a great work/life balance. We are searching for a dedicated and compassionate BCBA or BCaBA passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

Why Join Esperanza?

As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in providing behavioral supports and advocating for students and clients. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team, work across diverse settings, and develop programs that create real, lasting change.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis or a related field (required for BCBA).
• Valid BCBA or BCaBA credential (required).
• Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Experience with dually diagnosed populations (mental illness and developmental disability) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and team motivation skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and customer service skills.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license with the ability to travel between locations.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise program RBTs
• Provide behavioral support to students and adult clients at agency locations.
• Conduct assessments, develop behavior plans, and implement skill acquisition programs.
• Train staff on behavior management strategies and ensure program fidelity.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address student and client needs and crisis intervention.
• Serve on the agency’s Behavior Management Committee and contribute to policy development.
• Split time between agency locations, interacting daily with students, clients, and staff to understand their needs.

What We Offer:

• Guaranteed hours for stability.
• Generous paid time off to support your well-being.
• A great work/life balance in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and adult clients with disabilities.
• The ability to shape innovative programs and policies.

If you’re a motivated professional who wants to work with a dedicated team and advocate for our students and clients, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join Esperanza and be a part of our mission to create brighter futures for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person