Level I Behavioral Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Breakthrough Therapy Center is seeking passionate and qualified Mental Health Practitioners to provide one-on-one support to young clients diagnosed with Autism and related developmental disorders. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while receiving professional training, support, and clear career growth opportunities. We are guided by four core values: quality treatment, sensitivity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral and mental health services to clients in center-based, home-based, and community-based settings.
• Follow treatment methods designed by Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), and lead therapists.
• Take clear and detailed session notes after every client interaction.
• Create and implement engaging activities that support each client’s treatment goals.
• Supervise and guide Level 2 Behavioral Therapists to ensure accurate data collection and treatment execution.

Qualifications (One of the Following Required):

• Completion of or current enrollment in a Master’s program in a mental health-related field. OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health-related field with at least 6,000+ hours of supervised experience delivering mental health services

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral or master’s degree in behavioral health.
• Training or experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Experience working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
• in Oromo, Somali, Spanish, Hmong, or Arabic.

This offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment steps prior to the start of work.

The following training and certifications are required and must be completed before your first day of work. These requirements may be completed after this offer is extended and during onboarding, but must be completed before you begin work. These requirements are classified as pre-employment and are not paid.

• Mandated Reporter Training
• Vulnerable Adult Mandated Reporter Training
• TrainLink courses, including: EIDBI 101 for Providers, Cultural Responsiveness in ASD, and  Coordinating Services in ASD
• ASD 40 Hour Training

All required links and instructions will be provided during onboarding if you do not already have them. Failure to complete all required pre-employment steps prior to the start of work may result in a delay of your start date or withdrawal of this offer.

Preferred Experience

• Paraprofessionals
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)
• Special Education Teachers
• Home Health Aides
• Social Workers
• Mental Health Practitioners

Schedule:

• 4-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Model: In-person

Breakthrough Therapy Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive work environment for all team members.