BCBA Employment Agreement

BCBA EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Parties and Effective Date

This Employment Agreement (the Agreement) is made between Employer: with principal address: and Employee: .

Effective Date:

Personal Information

Position Information

Anticipated Start Date:   Employment Status: Full-time Part-time Exempt/Non-Exempt

Licensure and Certification

Employee represents and warrants that Employee holds an active BCBA credential and any state licenses required to perform services. Employee License/Cert #: State of Issuance: Expiration Date:

Employee agrees to maintain active certification and licensure throughout employment, promptly notify Employer of any lapse, and promptly comply with continuing education requirements to maintain credential status.

Employment History (Most Recent Two Employers)

Title:   From:   To:

Title:   From:   To:

Education

Professional References (3)

Phone:   Email:   Relationship:

Phone:   Email:   Relationship:

Phone:   Email:   Relationship:

Legal Disclosures and Acknowledgements

At-Will Employment: Employee acknowledges that employment is at-will unless a separate written agreement signed by both parties expressly states otherwise. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any lawful reason, subject to applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or other protected characteristics under applicable law.

Background Check and Verification: Employee authorizes Employer to verify all information provided, including but not limited to criminal background checks, motor vehicle records, professional licensure verification, and employment history. Consent: I authorize background and credential checks.

Applicant Certification and Authorization

I certify that all information provided in this Agreement and any attachments is true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission may be grounds for termination. I authorize Employer to contact prior employers, educational institutions, licensing boards, and references to verify information relevant to my employment.

Certification Signature (typed name below constitutes signature for purposes of the applicant certification):

Employment Terms and Conditions

1. Duties and Scope of Practice: Employee shall perform duties as a BCBA, including assessment, program design, supervision of Registered Behavior Technicians where applicable, clinical documentation, and participation in team meetings. Employee shall comply with the Employer's policies and applicable professional and regulatory standards.

2. Location and Schedule: Primary work location: . Typical schedule: . Employer may require reasonable travel between client sites.

3. Professional Development and Continuing Education: Employer provides limited paid time and reimbursement for Employer-approved continuing education to maintain BCBA certification, subject to Employer policy and budgetary limits.

4. Confidentiality and HIPAA Compliance: Employee shall protect confidential client and business information, comply with privacy laws, and execute any additional confidentiality or business associate agreements required by Employer.

5. Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation: To protect Employer's legitimate business interests, Employee agrees that for a period of six (6) months following termination, Employee will not directly solicit Employer's active clients for substantially similar services within a 25-mile radius of Employer's primary practice location. Employee further agrees not to solicit Employer's employees for a period of six (6) months following termination. These restrictions are reasonable and necessary to protect Employer's client relationships and investment in training.

6. Termination: Employer may terminate this Agreement for cause for material breach, professional misconduct, or loss of required licensure or certification. Either party may terminate without cause by providing written notice as set forth in Employer policy or by mutual agreement.

7. Compensation Adjustments and Benefits: Employer retains discretion to modify benefits and compensation subject to written notice and applicable law. Employee is eligible for benefits in accordance with Employer policy; eligibility, vesting and coverage terms are governed by plan documents.

8. Indemnification and Liability: Employee shall perform duties in accordance with professional standards. Employer will maintain general professional liability insurance; Employee agrees to cooperate in defense of claims related to services performed within the scope of employment. Employee shall not be indemnified for intentional misconduct or gross negligence.

9. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law: Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state where the primary practice location is situated. The parties agree to negotiate in good faith and, if unresolved, to submit the dispute to mediation prior to pursuing litigation. If mediation fails, the parties may pursue legal remedies in the appropriate state or federal court.

10. Notices: Notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth above or other addresses provided in writing by either party.

11. Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter and supersedes prior agreements, whether written or oral. Any amendment must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Additional Documents and Attachments

Employee acknowledges receiving and reviewing Employer policies, the confidentiality agreement, and any benefit summaries attached to this Agreement. List of attached items:

Acknowledgement

By signing below, Employee accepts the position, agrees to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and certifies the truthfulness of the information provided herein. Employer's signature below constitutes Employer's offer and agreement to employ Employee under the terms set forth.

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