Behavior Therapist

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavior Therapist to join our multidisciplinary mental health and behavioral services team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in behavioral health interventions, with a focus on supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and other mental health conditions. As a Behavior Therapist, you will deliver evidence-based therapies, conduct patient assessments, and collaborate with families and healthcare professionals to promote positive behavioral change. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives through personalized care and innovative therapeutic techniques.

Duties

· Implement behavioral therapy programs utilizing applied behavior analysis (ABA) and other evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs.

· Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including intake evaluations and diagnostic evaluations using ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding systems.

· Develop and modify treatment plans based on ongoing data collection, progress monitoring, and clinical research findings.

· Provide direct support and counseling to children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities, PTSD, or other mental health challenges.

· Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions incorporating modalities such as psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

· Collaborate with families, caregivers, and educational teams to implement behavior management strategies within home or school settings.

· Maintain accurate medical documentation and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.

· Manage crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols.

Skills

· Extensive knowledge of psychotherapy modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and behavior management strategies.

· Proficiency in motivational interviewing techniques to foster client engagement and motivation for change.

· Experience working with children, individuals with autism spectrum disorder, disabilities, or in pediatric settings; familiarity with special education is advantageous.

· Strong background in medical terminology, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), medical records management, and clinical research methodologies.

· Ability to perform patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and case management effectively within outpatient or inpatient environments.

· Skilled in crisis intervention, crisis management, addiction counseling, grief counseling, chronic pain counseling, and PTSD care.

· Familiarity with telehealth platforms for remote service delivery; experience in outpatient clinics or hospital settings is preferred.

· Competence in data collection for research purposes and experience with CPT coding for billing purposes.

· Excellent communication skills combined with a compassionate approach to patient care; ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams focused on behavioral health outcomes. Join us in delivering impactful behavioral health services that empower individuals to achieve their full potential through compassionate care and innovative therapeutic practices!

Pay: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour

Education Requirements:

***HS level is okay, BA preferred, minimal afternoon hours at first with opportunity to grow*****

Work Location: In person