Behavioral Therapist

About This Role

Working as a Behavioral Therapist involves conducting assessments, leading group and individual therapy sessions, and developing personalized treatment plans for clients. The role suits a therapist with experience in behavioral health and a passion for helping people.

Responsibilities

• Perform intakes and assessments
• Create individualized treatment plans for each client
• Use evidence-based treatment methods to facilitate group and individual treatments
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of patient information and treatment plan
• Perform regular wellness checks
• Perform parent training sessions
• Adhere to all facility and licensing standards

Requirements

• An associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in behavioral health, child development or a related field (e.g., mental health, special education, social work, psychology, speech pathology, occupational therapy)
• At least 2,000 hours of supervised clinical experience delivering treatment to people with ASD or a related condition
• Be age 18 or older
• Complete the ASD Strategies in Action and EIDBI 101: Overview of the Benefit required trainings (refer to EIDBI – Individual EIDBI provider trainings)
• Receive observation and direction from a QSP or qualified level I provider at least once per week until they meet 1,000 hours of supervised clinical experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized

Nice to have:

• Previous experience as a behavioral health therapist

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Career advancement opportunities