Job Snapshot
Location: Within schools in Lake County (On-Site)
Position Type: Full-Time (W-2 Employment)
Schedule: Full-time weekdays
About Gold Vine ABA
At Gold Vine ABA, we believe exceptional care begins with supporting our clinical team. As a clinician-led organization, we operate on a strict quality-over-quantity mindset. We prioritize manageable workloads, true clinical autonomy, and ethical practice—ensuring you have the time and resources to make a meaningful, lasting impact without the burnout.
We are actively expanding our school-based services within Lake County Schools and seeking a passionate, dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to join our supportive team for a full-time, school-based placement.
Why Choose Gold Vine ABA?
- Balanced School Schedule: Enjoy predictable weekday hours following the school calendar—giving you consistent schedules, weekends off, and support during summers and school holidays, if desired. Got kids at home? We will work out a lighter schedule for you during their breaks!
- Manageable Caseloads: We keep client ratios low so you can dedicate real time to clinical quality, detailed assessments, and meaningful staff training.
- True Autonomy: Formulate individual treatment plans tailored to each student's unique needs with backing from leadership that values ethics over billing metrics.
- Direct Administrative & Clinical Support: Benefit from back-office scheduling, billing, and administrative support, along with direct mentorship from experienced clinical leaders.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside dedicated special education teams, teachers, and school administrators who value your behavioral expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Assessments & Treatment Planning: Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and design evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) tailored to classroom dynamics.
- Classroom Implementation & Consultation: Collaborate directly with classroom teachers, ESE specialists, and school staff to integrate behavior interventions seamlessly into daily routines.
- Supervision & Staff Coaching: Provide ongoing direct supervision, hands-on coaching, and training to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and school staff to ensure high treatment fidelity.
- Data-Driven Analysis: Monitor client progress through daily data collection, conduct ongoing assessments, and make timely programming modifications.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in IEP meetings if arranged, consult with multidisciplinary educational teams, and maintain clear, supportive communication with caregivers.
Qualifications
- Certification: Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) certification in good standing with the BACB.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience as a practicing BCBA preferred; experience within a school system, multidisciplinary setting, or pediatric population strongly preferred.
- Clearances: Ability to pass a Level 2 background check and required school district clearance protocols for Lake County Schools.
- Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to collaborative, ethical, and trauma-informed care.
Apply Today
If you are looking for a school-based BCBA role where your clinical decision-making is respected and your workload is protected, we’d love to speak with you!
At Gold Vine, our mission is to work with children with autism and other developmental disabilities in a positive manner using evidence-based ABA therapy individualized to meet the needs of each child. We evaluate each child so we can meet them where they are and help them to build life skills and develop functional communication to promote self-advocacy in day-to-day life.
Gold Vine provides ABA therapy to special-needs kids and their families, specifically focusing on helping the family achieve more unity and harmony in their home. We care about all aspects of family life, by supporting parents and teaching you valuable skills to set your child up for success. We see kids excel further and faster as they get the help and encouragement they need, not only from us but their family members as well. That's why our slogan is 'Where Every Family's Journey Takes Root.' So come and be part of our Gold Vine family today!