Behavior Clinican

About the role

SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care provides services for children and adults using positive programming and non‑aversive strategies. The organization tailors evidence‑based programs and therapies to meet the unique needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), or mental illness, helping them achieve better overall health and well‑being. Services are delivered in residential homes, schools, family homes, workplaces, and other community‑based settings.

Clinicians appreciate the ability to work from home when not in session, a flexible work schedule, opportunities for advancement, great work/life balance, and the chance to serve both adult and youth populations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments to meet the needs of patients served.
• Communicate with supervisors, direct‑care staff, family members, guardians, and other stakeholders regarding individual progress.
• Provide a monthly schedule of appointments, home visits, and observations to supervisors.
• Coordinate home, work, and community‑based visits for observations, chart reviews, staff interviews, and data analysis.
• Ensure effective implementation of the Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other required meetings.
• Complete monthly and/or quarterly progress notes.
• Organize training to certify staff and team members in BIP implementation and documentation.
• Conduct follow‑up interviews, home visits, and observations to support ongoing individual needs.
• Maintain strong clinical records for easy access by interested parties.
• Act as liaison with the public and mental health community to support development of ongoing goals.
• Assist in creating procedures and training materials to improve programs for individuals served.
• Complete continued education on behaviorally based interventions and techniques to stay competitive in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience with behavioral intervention and/or strong educational emphasis on learning and developmental psychology.
• Two or more years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behaviorally challenged populations.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing for extended periods, bending, and moving from seated to standing regularly.
• At least 2 years of experience providing positive behavioral supports (writing BSP, functional assessment, plan development, training, and implementation) to people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Documented coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis reflected on resume or transcript.
• State‑specific requirements:
  • Illinois: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Board Certified Associate Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), or a bachelor’s degree with 1,500 supervised hours performed by a Licensed Psychologist or BCBA.
  • Indiana: Master’s degree in a human‑related field (e.g., BCBA, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Counselor).
  • Kentucky: Master’s degree in a human‑related field and 2 years of experience (e.g., BCBA, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Counselor).
  • Georgia: Master’s degree in psychology, special education, counseling, social work, or related field OR BCBA, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Psychologist/Psychiatrist.
  • California: BCBA or BCaBA.
  • Virginia: BCBA, BCaBA, Licensed Psychologist, Positive Behavior Support Specialist Facilitator (PBSF), LPC, LSW, or LCSW with training/experience and/or documented coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis.
  • Texas: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychological Associate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or BCBA.

Benefits

• Work from home when not in session.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Great work/life balance.
• Ability to work with multiple populations, including adults and youth.

Pay

Salary Range: USD $50.00 – $70.00 per hour