BCBA Session-Based - Contract – 1099 BCBA

Cole Health; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 172,000; Part time

Job summary

Cole Academy ABA Therapy is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join as a session-based contractor in the Washington, DC area. This role offers flexible scheduling and the chance to support families without a full-time caseload.

As part of a family-owned, clinician-led organization, you will supervise clients, train caregivers, review treatment plans, analyze data, and collaborate with RBTs and leadership. Hybrid/remote documentation may be available based on payer requirements.

Qualifications

• Active BCBA certification in good standing.
• Master’s degree in ABA, psychology, education, or related field.
• Experience providing ABA services to children with autism and developmental delays.
• Strong parent training and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while staying aligned with clinical expectations.
• Reliable documentation, organization, and follow-through.
• Current liability insurance or willingness to obtain it.
• Availability for daytime, after-school, or evening sessions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide BCBA clinical supervision and oversight for assigned clients.
• Conduct caregiver/parent training and support.
• Review and update treatment plans and programming as clinically appropriate.
• Analyze data and make treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate with RBTs, families, and internal clinical leadership.
• Complete required documentation in a timely and professional manner.
• Support high-quality, ethical ABA services in home, community, school/daycare, or hybrid settings as needed.

Skills

BCBA certification

Parent training

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Master’s degree in ABA/psychology/education

Job description

Session-Based Contract BCBA – Washington, DC

Cole Academy ABA Therapy | 1099 Contract | Flexible Schedule

Cole Academy ABA Therapy is looking for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to partner with us in the Washington, DC area as a session-based/contract BCBA. This is a great opportunity for a BCBA who enjoys flexibility, meaningful clinical work, and the ability to support families without taking on a traditional full-time caseload.

At Cole, we are family-owned, clinician-led, and grounded in our values of Patient First, Integrity, Heart of Service, Faith, and Hope. We believe in ethical, individualized ABA services and in supporting clinicians so they can do their best work with the families they serve.

Position Type:

• 1099 Independent Contractor
• Session-based / as-needed clinical support
• Flexible scheduling based on client and family needs

Compensation:

• $95–$125 per billable hour/session, based on experience, availability, case needs, and clinical skill set

What You’ll Do:

• Provide BCBA clinical supervision and oversight for assigned clients
• Conduct caregiver/parent training and support
• Review and update treatment plans and programming as clinically appropriate
• Analyze data and make treatment recommendations
• Collaborate with RBTs, families, and internal clinical leadership
• Complete required documentation in a timely and professional manner
• Support high-quality, ethical ABA services in home, community, school/daycare, or hybrid settings as needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Active BCBA certification in good standing
• Master’s degree in ABA, psychology, education, or related field
• Experience providing ABA services to children with autism and developmental delays
• Strong parent training and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while staying aligned with clinical expectations
• Reliable documentation, organization, and follow-through
• Current liability insurance or willingness to obtain it
• Availability for daytime, after-school, or evening sessions preferred

Preferred, but Not Required:

• Experience with in-home or community-based ABA
• Experience supervising RBTs
• Experience with insurance-funded ABA documentation
• Experience working with early learners and school-aged children
• DC/DMV market experience

Why Partner with Cole?

• Flexible session-based work
• Supportive clinical leadership
• Family-owned and clinician-led organization
• Ethical, patient-first approach to care
• Opportunity to help grow services in a new market
• Collaborative team culture without the feel of being “just another contractor”

Schedule:

• Flexible; based on client needs and BCBA availability. Part-time contract hours available.

Work Location:

650 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 240

Washington D.C, 20003

Washington, DC and surrounding areas. Some hybrid/remote documentation and parent training may be available depending on client needs and payer requirements.

Job Types: Contract, Part-time, 1099

Pay: $95.00–$125.00 per hour - Pay Per Visit

Cole Academy ABA Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and values clinicians who lead with integrity, compassion, and a patient-first mindset.