Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) — Independent Contractor (1099)

AIM, Assessment Intervention Management

Location: Austin | Commitment: Full-time contract support | Setting: School-based

Contract With a Recognized Leader in School-Based Services

AIM (Assessment Intervention Management) partners with independent behavior analysts to deliver high-quality behavioral services in public school settings. Our organization has been recognized with distinctions including Best Place to Work, Top Workplaces, Best Workplaces in Texas, Top Company Cultures, and certification as a Great Place to Work — reflecting the collaborative, professional environment we extend to our contract clinicians.

Why Contract With AIM?

• Clinical Autonomy: Retain professional judgment over assessment methodology, plan design, and clinical decision-making, consistent with the BACB Ethics Code.
• Competitive Contract Rate: Paid at a competitive market rate for school-based BCBA services.
• Reliable Placement Support: AIM manages district relationships and scheduling coordination so you can focus on clinical work.
• Professional Community: Access to a network of experienced behavior analysts, evaluators, and related-service providers.
• Defined Engagement Term: Contracts are scoped to a specified service period, with no long-term obligation.

Scope of Services

As an independent contractor providing behavior analytic services, you will:

• Develop behavior plans and treatment plans for students, and recommend appropriate behavior strategies
• Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and skills assessments using evidence-based tools
• Develop and apply assessment tools to conduct functional assessment and analysis as clinically indicated
• Establish and maintain a data collection system to capture baseline and programmatic efficacy; analyze data to inform practice
• Provide clinical guidance and support to direct support professionals, ABA implementers, and others in support roles for families
• Deliver appropriate service to each student on the assigned caseload
• Maintain open, frequent communication with parents and related service staff
• Recommend the service time needed to implement behavioral goals
• Attend student-specific meetings (ARD/IEP, team consultation) relevant to the contracted caseload
• Maintain compliance with applicable ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations, including the BACB Ethics Code

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
• Certification: Current and valid BCBA certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• Licensure: Valid Texas driver's license and safe driving record

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis, functional analysis and assessment, behavior acquisition and reduction procedures, and adaptive life skills
• Ability to serve a range of clients across age and functional levels with minimal direction
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong family engagement and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to a wide variety of situations in the school environment
• Consistent, reliable delivery of scheduled services

Independent Contractor Terms

This is a 1099 independent contractor engagement, not employment. Accordingly:

• Compensation is paid as contract fees against submitted invoices; no taxes are withheld. A completed W-9 is required prior to the start of services.
• The contractor is solely responsible for all federal, state, and self-employment taxes.
• No employee benefits are provided, including health, dental, or vision insurance; retirement plans; disability or life insurance; or paid leave.
• The contractor maintains their own professional liability insurance and is responsible for keeping BCBA certification and all required credentials current at their own expense.
• The contractor determines the clinical means and methods of service delivery, subject to the student's IEP/BIP, the BACB Ethics Code, and applicable district and campus policies.
• The contractor schedules service delivery in coordination with campus availability, and is not required to maintain set daily hours beyond those needed to fulfill contracted services.
• Service dates, locations, caseload, and rates are set out in a written independent contractor agreement.

Engagement is contingent upon a satisfactory background check permitting work in a public school setting.

How to Apply

Interested? Click Apply to Position to submit your qualifications. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

AIM provides contracting opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, and welcomes inquiries from all qualified professionals.

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