Job Description

Reliatus Behavioral Health, a leading recruiting organization specializing in supporting Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) organizations find top talent, is seeking a dedicated and skilled BCBA or BCaBA to join our client's team in Northern Michigan (UP/Cheboygan).

Are you tired of private equity ownership, caseloads exceeding 10+ clients, and little to no work-life balance? Our client offers a breathtaking new adventure in Northern Michigan where you aren't just an employee—you are an employee-owner. Join a therapist-led organization where you have a say in company decision-making and a share of company profits, all while enjoying a year-round outdoor lifestyle featuring crystal-blue lakes, hiking trails, and world-class skiing.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Financial Incentives: Performance bonuses, profit-sharing, and a matching 401(k) plan.
• Sustainable Caseloads: Focus on quality with a maximum caseload of only 8 clients.
• Support System: World-class administrative teams handle intake, scheduling, credentialing, and billing so you can focus on clinical care.
• Time Off & Wellness: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), a robust EAP program, and daycare reimbursement.
• Professional Development: Monthly learning seminars, career advancement opportunities, and an exclusive annual internal clinical conference.

Position Summary

As a BCBA or BCaBA, you will join an ownership team that prioritizes a collaborative environment where no clinician is an "island." You will lead one-on-one behavioral intervention programs in a home-based setting, benefiting from high behavior technician retention rates. This role is for someone who wants to escape corporate bureaucracy and make a lasting impact on a close-knit community.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Design & Implementation

• Develop and implement all aspects of 1-on-1 programs using VB-MAPP, PEAK, ABLLS-R, or AFLS.
• Create innovative functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Manage programmatic data collection, reporting, and natural environment teaching (NET).

Supervision & Mentoring

• Provide high-quality supervision and mentoring to behavior technicians, assisting with their career development.
• Ensure treatment fidelity and provide hands-on training in discrete trial teaching and behavior management.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Lead family training programs and build rapport with caregivers from diverse backgrounds.
• Participate in monthly regional and company-wide meetings to drive leadership initiatives and professional development.
• Maintain general availability from 8am–6pm, Monday–Friday, with flexibility for occasional client needs.

Qualifications

• Certification: Active BCBA or BCaBA certification is required.
• Education: Minimum of a Master’s degree (for BCBA) or Bachelor's (for BCaBA) in a related field.
• Skills: Excellent organizational and time-management skills; strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with Medicaid case managers and community members.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to meet the physical demands of home-based therapy, including frequent movement and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Logistics: Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance to travel between clients in Northern Michigan.

How to Apply

If you are ready to trade corporate spreadsheets for company ownership and a 12,000-acre outdoor playground, we want to meet you! Join a team where you truly own your career.

Submit your resume to: steve@reliatus.com or apply here on this job posting page.

Reliatus Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in building a better tomorrow together.

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