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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Dearborn, MI

Patterns Behavioral Services, Inc.

  • Dearborn, Michigan
  • Full-time
  • BCBA
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Full-time BCBA providing clinic- and home-based ABA for children with autism, including assessments, treatment plans, family support, and BT/RBT supervision, with travel between sites.

  • Full-time pay $85,000–$100,000 annually, salaried/exempt.
    Employer's wording

    “$85,000–$100,000 annually, salaried/exempt”

  • Clinic hours 8:15 a.m.–7 p.m.; rotating closing shift required.
    Employer's wording

    “Clinic operating hours are 8:15 a.m.–7 p.m.; rotating closing shift required”

  • Active BCBA certification in good standing is required.
    Employer's wording

    “Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing.”

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Employer description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) — Dearborn, MI

Full-time pay: $85,000–$100,000 annually, salaried/exempt Full-time

schedule: Clinic operating hours are 8:15 a.m.–7 p.m.; rotating closing shift required Settings: Dearborn clinic and clients’ homes

Patterns Behavioral Services is hiring full-time and part-time BCBAs to provide individualized services for children with autism and related developmental disabilities. You’ll lead clinical programming, support families, and develop Behavior Technicians and RBTs with guidance from an experienced clinical leadership team.

What you’ll do

  • Conduct functional behavior assessments and other clinically appropriate evaluations.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment and behavior-support plans.
  • Analyze client data and adjust programming based on progress and clinical need.
  • Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and families.
  • Train, supervise, coach, and evaluate Behavior Technicians and RBTs.
  • Collaborate with the Clinical Director on program development, quality assurance, and clinical growth.
  • Coordinate with payers and complete required clinical documentation.
  • Provide direct services when clinically appropriate.
  • Develop or deliver individual and small-group staff training.
  • Travel between the Dearborn clinic and assigned client homes as needed.

Opportunities may also be available to support a small school-based clinic under the direction of the Classroom Clinical Director.

What you’ll need

  • Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing.
  • A graduate degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or a related field.
  • Experience developing and monitoring ABA treatment plans.
  • Strong clinical judgment, leadership, communication, and documentation skills.
  • The ability to supervise and develop Behavior Technicians and RBTs.
  • Reliable transportation for travel between assigned service locations.

Experience providing clinic-based and home-based services, conducting assessments, supervising staff, and working with insurance-funded ABA programs is preferred.

What Patterns offers

Full-time benefits may include

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Free continuing education units.
  • Mileage reimbursement and paid drive time for eligible work travel.
  • Relocation assistance, when approved.
  • Professional development and career-growth opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Employee referral program.
  • Benefit eligibility varies based on employment classification, scheduled hours, and plan terms.

Ready to lead meaningful clinical care? Apply to join our Dearborn team.

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Requirements

  • BCBA certification
  • At least 3-5 years of experience working in ABA field
  • Knowledge and experience with Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
  • Experience conducting assessments
  • Be a master problem-solver, ability to think globally, and have sound decision-making skills
  • Highly motivated team player!

Benefits

  • Paid Training
  • Referral Program
  • Professional Development Assistance
  • 401(k)
  • Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Opportunities for Advancement
  • Flexible Schedules

Patterns offers career development for employees through internal training and mentorship with experienced clinical leaders. The established career path advances employees based on performance, formal training, and higher education degrees. Upon the successful passing of the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification exam from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), a promotion with a pay increase is guaranteed following HR receiving proof of certification.

The team you will be working with

At Patterns we build a nationwide community of compassionate individuals for one purpose; to serve others selflessly. Children and adults with behavioral needs deserve empathetic and functional ABA support from dedicated professionals. Established in 2012, Patterns is a company that provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy services in a variety of settings, uniquely designed to the family’s needs, and includes services in clinics, homes, schools, and community-based settings.

Services include but are not limited to, one-to-one direct therapy, parent/caregiver training, supervision, safety care training, employee education, and IEP/ School support. Together, we are Patterns, a team like no other.

We aim to be different. Service and Integrity of our clients is our utmost concern and priority. We maintain a culture of relentless optimism as we do what we've been called to do.

Qualifications

  • Active Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing
  • 5 years of experience working in ABA field • Knowledge and experience with Discrete Trial Training (DTT) • Experience conducting assessments • Be a master problem-solver, ability to think globally,

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