Lifelong Access

Adult Services Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Normal, IL - Part Time to Full Time

Champion Adults, Transform Lives. Join Us as a BCBA in Adult Services!

$36–$38/hour | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Flexible Hours | Virtual & In-Home Options | Work–Life Balance | Supportive Leadership

Plus: Impact Bonus

At Lifelong Access, we lead with heart. Our managers listen, our teams support each other, and our culture is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and meaningful connections. We offer a family-friendly workplace where Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) can grow, feel valued, and make a real difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities.

Why We Value This Role:
BCBAs in our Adult Programs help individuals build independence, enhance daily living skills, and thrive in their communities. Your work directly improves quality of life and promotes meaningful participation, an impact we deeply value.

What You’ll Love Here
  • Flexible hours with options for in-office, virtual, or in-home services
  • Work–life balance in a family-friendly environment
  • Impact Bonus, opportunities to earn extra income based on your contributions
  • Paid Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Paid for all hours worked, not just direct service
  • Play-based therapy spaces, sensory gyms, and adaptive equipment
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary team including Case Managers, Program Directors, and Nursing staff
  • Generous PTO, including vacation time after 90 days
  • Paid holidays off
  • Competitive benefits & relocation assistance
  • Localized, supportive managers who are present and accessible
  • Qualify for federal student loan forgiveness, as a not-for-profit employee, you could have your student loans forgiven after 10 years of eligible service
About the Role
You’ll provide services under the Medicaid Waiver program, helping adults with developmental disabilities achieve their goals for independence, communication, and community engagement. Services are delivered in clients’ homes, our offices, or virtually, depending on the needs of the individuals you support.

What You’ll Do
  • Conduct behavioral assessments, observations, and research to guide individualized plans
  • Develop and implement behavior intervention plans to support independence, skill development, and quality of life
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support each individual’s goals
  • Maintain professional documentation in compliance with agency standards and the BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code
What You Bring
  • Master’s Degree in a human service field
  • Current BCBA certification
  • Minimum one year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities (preferred: ABA experience under Medicaid Waiver programs)
  • Valid Illinois driver’s license & insurance
At Lifelong Access, people feel seen, heard, and supported, for our staff and the individuals we serve. This is your chance to make a meaningful difference in adults’ lives while working in a flexible, family-friendly environment.

Lifelong Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
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