Behavior Therapist - Duluth, MN

About the role

The Behavioral Therapist provides direct one-on-one and group therapy services to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles. They work under the supervision of a Center Supervisor to implement individualized treatment plans, support skill development, and promote positive behavioral outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized ABA treatment plans developed by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Provide direct therapy services to learners in a center-based setting
• Teach communication, social, daily living, play, and adaptive skills
• Utilize evidence-based ABA teaching strategies including reinforcement, prompting, shaping, and behavior reduction techniques
• Collect accurate session data and complete required documentation in a timely manner using an iPad
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive therapeutic environment
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to support learner goals
• Participate in ongoing staff trainings, supervision meetings, and professional development activities
• Follow all company policies, HIPAA requirements, safety protocols, and ethical standards
• Support learners during transitions, group activities, and daily routines
• Prepare therapy materials and maintain organization of therapy spaces
• Maintain professionalism and positive communication with families and team members

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required; bachelor's degree in psychology, Education, Human Services, or related field preferred
• Previous experience working with children preferred
• Willingness to obtain an RBT certification if hired as a level 3 BT
• Interest in working with individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Ability to follow clinical direction and implement feedback
• Basic computer and documentation skills

Qualifications

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, squat and move throughout the workday
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or move up to 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to transition quickly between standing, sitting, and floor-based activities
• Ability to physically engage with active learners and respond appropriately to support learner safety
• Ability to effectively hear, observe, and communicate with learners, families, and team members to support treatment goals, maintain learner safety, and respond appropriately to behavioral or emergency situations
• Ability to move quickly throughout the center environment, including walking briskly or running short distances when necessary to maintain learner safety
• Ability to maintain visual supervision of learners at all times and respond promptly to unexpected behaviors, including elopement or other safety concerns
• Ability to participate in and implement behavior support and safety procedures as trained

Skills

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Benefits

MAC Midwest - Duluth offers a competitive compensation package including a salary range of $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, based on the employee’s assigned EIDBI (Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention) service level at the time of hire.

Pay

$18.00 to $21.00 per hour, based on the employee’s assigned EIDBI (Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention) service level at the time of hire.

Schedule

Fast-paced clinical and therapeutic environment

Work Environment

Team-oriented and collaborative atmosphere

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, squat and move throughout the workday
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or move up to 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to transition quickly between standing, sitting, and floor-based activities
• Ability to physically engage with active learners and respond appropriately to support learner safety
• Ability to effectively hear, observe, and communicate with learners, families, and team members to support treatment goals, maintain learner safety, and respond appropriately to behavioral or emergency situations
• Ability to move quickly throughout the center environment, including walking briskly or running short distances when necessary to maintain learner safety
• Ability to maintain visual supervision of learners at all times and respond promptly to unexpected behaviors, including elopement or other safety concerns
• Ability to participate in and implement behavior support and safety procedures as trained