Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Independent Contractor
About Chicago Integrated Health
Chicago Integrated Health is a growing wellness organization committed to helping individuals and families find their happy place in health. We provide compassionate, individualized services and value collaboration across disciplines.
We are expanding our Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services and are seeking an experienced, self-directed, and collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide clinical services and help support the development of our growing ABA program.
Position Summary
The BCBA will provide clinical oversight of ABA services, including behavioral assessment, treatment planning, data analysis, progress monitoring, family collaboration, and supervision of RBTs.
The BCBA will be responsible for ensuring services are individualized, ethical, data-driven, and consistent with applicable professional, payer, and organizational requirements.
The ideal candidate is clinically strong, highly organized, proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working independently while maintaining clear communication and collaboration with CIH leadership and team members.
Essential Responsibilities
Clinical Services
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Conduct and/or oversee appropriate behavioral assessments.
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Develop individualized, evidence-based ABA treatment plans.
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Establish measurable treatment goals and objectives.
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Develop behavior-support and skill-acquisition programming based on client needs.
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Analyze client data and modify programming when clinically indicated.
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Monitor client progress and treatment effectiveness.
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Provide clinical direction and support to RBTs.
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Conduct required supervision in accordance with applicable BACB and payer requirements.
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Observe treatment sessions and provide clinical feedback and coaching.
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Address clinical barriers and develop appropriate solutions.
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Participate in case reviews and clinical consultations.
RBT Supervision & Team Collaboration
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Provide appropriate clinical supervision to RBTs assigned to cases.
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Monitor implementation of treatment plans.
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Review clinical data and documentation.
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Provide constructive feedback and coaching.
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Identify training and professional-development needs.
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Communicate clinical concerns to appropriate CIH leadership.
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Promote ethical, respectful, and collaborative clinical practices.
Parent/Guardian & Family Collaboration
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Establish professional and trusting relationships with clients and their parents/guardians and families.
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Collaborate with families regarding treatment goals, progress, and appropriate strategies.
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Provide caregiver/parent education and training when clinically appropriate.
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Respond to family concerns professionally and within appropriate clinical boundaries.
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Explain clinical recommendations clearly and respectfully.
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Incorporate trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices into service delivery.
Documentation & Compliance
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Complete assessments, treatment plans, progress documentation, and required clinical records within established timelines.
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Maintain accurate client data and clinical documentation.
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Support payer authorization and reauthorization requirements.
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Ensure documentation supports services provided and treatment recommendations.
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Follow HIPAA, BACB ethical requirements, payer requirements, and applicable CIH policies.
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Promptly report incidents, safety concerns, compliance concerns, and other significant events through established procedures.
Program Development
Because CIH is continuing to develop its ABA program, the BCBA will have an opportunity to contribute to program development by:
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Identifying opportunities to improve clinical processes and service delivery.
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Recommending appropriate clinical resources, tools, and workflows.
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Helping develop resources and materials for RBTs and families.
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Identifying barriers to effective treatment or continuity of care.
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Researching potential solutions and bringing recommendations forward.
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Contributing ideas for client programming and family engagement.
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Supporting the development of sustainable clinical systems.
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Participating in appropriate case and program meetings.
Independence & Problem-Solving
The ideal BCBA is comfortable working independently and taking ownership of their responsibilities.
We are looking for someone who can:
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Anticipate needs and identify potential problems early.
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Develop practical solutions to clinical challenges.
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Research resources and potential solutions independently.
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Adapt when client, family, staffing, or program circumstances change.
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Make appropriate clinical decisions within their scope of practice.
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Communicate proactively when barriers may affect client care, documentation, or service delivery.
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Recognize when an issue requires consultation or escalation.
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Maintain organized and accessible clinical records.
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Balance independent clinical judgment with effective communication and collaboration.
Qualifications
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Current and active BCBA certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
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Master's degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or a related field consistent with BCBA requirements.
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Experience providing ABA services.
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Experience with behavioral assessment, treatment planning, data analysis, and behavior intervention.
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Experience supervising or working with RBTs or other ABA support staff.
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Ability to meet applicable payer and client-service requirements.
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Ability to successfully complete required background checks and onboarding requirements.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience helping establish or grow an ABA program.
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Experience working in a multidisciplinary healthcare or behavioral-health setting.
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Experience with electronic medical record or ABA data systems.
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Experience with insurance authorizations and payer documentation.
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Experience developing clinical workflows, resources, or training materials.
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Experience providing parent/guardian or family training.
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Experience working with diverse populations and families.
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Demonstrated ability to independently identify and solve clinical or program-related problems.
Why Join Our ABA Program?
This role is designed for a BCBA who wants to do more than manage a caseload.
You will have an opportunity to help shape a growing ABA program, contribute clinical expertise, support RBTs, engage families, develop meaningful resources, and help establish a program built around ethical, individualized, and sustainable care.
We are looking for someone who can balance clinical excellence with initiative, accountability, creativity, and collaboration.
If you are an experienced BCBA who enjoys solving problems, developing systems, supporting families, mentoring clinicians, and helping build something meaningful, we invite you to apply.
Chicago Integrated Health is committed to compassionate, ethical, individualized services that support clients and families in finding their happy place in health.
