Masters Level Behavior Therapist - License Not Required
Masters Level Behavior Therapist - License Not Required
Life Strategies, LLC, an established and growing Behavioral Health Agency is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavior Therapist who enjoys working with a wide range of behavioral issues for clients with developmental disabilities, including autism and intellectual disabilities. Thorough training is provided for this position. With diverse clientele and a fun, family-focused team, Life Strategies offers a culture of support and training in an agency setting that is focused on providing effective therapy to clients and an environment where therapists can collaborate and grow professionally. *New MA Graduates are welcome to apply!*
The primary responsibilities of this position includes providing behavioral consultation services to clients with developmental disabilities through the Indiana Medicaid Waiver Program in Lake County, Indiana. Services are provided in the client's home, work or day program environment, as well as in-office consultation. This is a full-time, salary position with benefits. Driving to visit clients at their home or day program is a requirement of this position.
We are looking for an individual who:
- Enjoys working with special needs populations (children – adults)
- Meets with clients on a consistent basis
- Is prompt with paperwork completion
- Will complete assessments, observations, and develop Behavior Support Plans
- Is comfortable consulting with and training caregivers or staff on behavior support plans
- Is flexible and easily adapts to new situations
- Is dependable and reliable
- Is professional and positive
- Works well with larger systems and as a team
- Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Possess excellent time management and organizational skills
This position is located primarily in Lake County with the home office being on the border of Crown Point/Schererville, Indiana.
Qualifications
Applicants MUST have a Master’s Degree in one of the following areas:
* Social Work
* Counseling
* Marriage and Family Therapist
* Clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or another applied Health Services area of Psychology
* Special education
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Pass all background checks required for this position
* 3 references
* Drug screening
* Negative TB and drug screening test
* Copies of resume, driver's license, diplomas, transcripts, licenses/certifications, and other supporting documentation
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
* Competitive salary
* Opportunity to earn additional income above salary with overutilization
* Earned paid vacation
* 8 paid holidays
* Health Insurance
* Cell phone stipend
* Laptop
* 401 K matching retirement program
* Flexible schedule
* Snack and chats
* Lunch and learns (CEU opportunities)
* Ongoing training and special team events
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Master's (Required)
Experience:
* Social Work: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
* Michigan City, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
* 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations