What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Therapist position at MAC Midwest?
Job Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young adults?
The Minnesota Autism Center (MAC), a non-profit organization, is currently seeking qualified Behavioral Therapist/Mental Health Practitioners to provide direct 1:1 therapy and group therapy to children and adults affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
PCA (Personal Care Assistant)- DSP (Direct Support Professional)- Paraprofessional- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)- Home Health Aide- Welcome to apply!!
Position also known as: Behavioral Technician, Behavioral Therapist, Behavior Therapist, ABA Therapist, Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist.
Growth & Opportunities
MAC offers competitive benefits for all full-time Employees working 30 or more hours each week.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Founded in 1996 by parents who sought the very best treatment available to deliver opportunities to children and adolescents living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Minnesota Autism Center (MAC) provides therapeutic services for children ages 18 months to 21 years who have ASD.
MAC's services are center-based and in-home, and include speech and occupational therapy, assessment and diagnosis services, and individual and family therapy. At any given time, MAC serves approximately 370-400 clients throughout Minnesota at 22 centers located in Eagan, Eden Prairie, Maple Grove, Fridley, Vadnais Heights, Minnetonka, Woodbury, Duluth, Superior, Virginia, Mankato, Rochester, Red Wing, New Ulm, Medford, Hutchinson and Cambridge.
MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in terms or conditions of employment on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), race, traits associated with race (including hair texture and style), color, national origin, religion, creed, age once having reached the age of majority, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, veteran status, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with respect to public assistance, or any other characteristics that are protected by federal, state or local laws.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young adults?
The Minnesota Autism Center (MAC), a non-profit organization, is currently seeking qualified Behavioral Therapist/Mental Health Practitioners to provide direct 1:1 therapy and group therapy to children and adults affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
PCA (Personal Care Assistant)- DSP (Direct Support Professional)- Paraprofessional- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)- Home Health Aide- Welcome to apply!!
Position also known as: Behavioral Technician, Behavioral Therapist, Behavior Therapist, ABA Therapist, Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist.
- Full time opportunities available. 8:15 am to 4:45 pm Monday through Friday. No nights or weekends required!
- Part time opportunities available: Monday-Friday, 8:15AM-12:00PM or 12:30PM-4:45PM
Growth & Opportunities
- Behavioral Therapist/ Mental Health Practitioner/Direct Support Professional will be trained on the job. No experience required.
- Tuition Reimbursement eligibility after 1 year of service for applicable programs.
- We are flexible in pay for Applied Behavior Analysis experience.
- Developmental training can lead to multiple promotion tracks.
MAC offers competitive benefits for all full-time Employees working 30 or more hours each week.
- Excellent PTO benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision with employer contribution
- 401 (k) with generous employer match
- Employer paid life and disability insurance
- Student loan repayment program
- Desire & passion for providing mental health services
- Ability to work in a group setting or 1:1 with client(s)
- Ability to maintain a level of professionalism with clients and their families
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a DHS Background check
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Previous experience with ASD and ABA Therapy
- Holds a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university
- Has RBT certification
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent kneeling along with bending and stooping (when toileting)
- Ability to respond quickly-get up from floor/run/walk fast (for elopements)
- Physically engaged for 7 hours (fast paced/on the go)
- Strength required to implement physical holds when safety of the client or staff is at risk
- Shuffling your feet (related to safety care)
- Standing/be on your feet for several consecutive hours many days
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Founded in 1996 by parents who sought the very best treatment available to deliver opportunities to children and adolescents living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Minnesota Autism Center (MAC) provides therapeutic services for children ages 18 months to 21 years who have ASD.
MAC's services are center-based and in-home, and include speech and occupational therapy, assessment and diagnosis services, and individual and family therapy. At any given time, MAC serves approximately 370-400 clients throughout Minnesota at 22 centers located in Eagan, Eden Prairie, Maple Grove, Fridley, Vadnais Heights, Minnetonka, Woodbury, Duluth, Superior, Virginia, Mankato, Rochester, Red Wing, New Ulm, Medford, Hutchinson and Cambridge.
MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in terms or conditions of employment on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), race, traits associated with race (including hair texture and style), color, national origin, religion, creed, age once having reached the age of majority, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, veteran status, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with respect to public assistance, or any other characteristics that are protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $18 - $20
