Behavior Therapist - Forest Lake, 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 offers a competitive salary range of $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, based on the employee’s assigned EIDBI (Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention) service level at the time of hire. Other benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$18.00 to $22.00 per hour, based on the employee’s assigned EIDBI (Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention) service level at the time of hire.

Schedule

Hours vary based on the needs of the center and the schedule of the Behavioral Therapist. Shifts may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.