Behavior Clinician

Advocates; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a behavior clinician to provide person-centered, evidence-based clinical and behavioral support to adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries in Massachusetts. You’ll develop Positive Behavior Support Plans, use data to guide treatment, and collaborate with families, staff, and interdisciplinary teams to improve independence and quality of life.

This role combines autonomy with teamwork, offering a flexible schedule within a supportive clinical group.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ABA, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Eligibility for Massachusetts licensure (e.g., Licensed Psychologist, LCSW, LMHC, LABA, LRC).
• Minimum 3 years post-graduate experience in functional behavioral assessment and treatment.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience with developmental disabilities and/or brain injuries.
• Experience using Electronic Health Records for clinical documentation.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and clinical problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to serving diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Promote Positive Behavior Support through evidence-based interventions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor PBS Plans and Psychotropic Medication Treatment Plans.
• Design and maintain data collection systems, including reducing restrictive practices.
• Provide clinical consultation to individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Conduct referral assessments to evaluate behavioral, psychiatric, functional, and cultural support needs.
• Collaborate across residential, day, shared living, medical, and behavioral health teams.
• Ensure dignity, rights, and person-centered approaches in all supports.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and cross-department collaboration.
• Work with funders and participate in external meetings as needed.
• Maintain all required trainings, certifications, and compliance requirements.
• Use Electronic Health Records to document clinically necessary services.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Clinical problem-solving

Education

Master’s Degree

Massachusetts licensure eligibility

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Salary: $70,000-$83,000

Make a meaningful impact through clinical work that puts people first.

We believe that effective support starts with understanding the whole person—an approach you’ll find at the heart of this role.

As a behavior clinician, you’ll provide person-centered, evidence-based clinical and behavioral support to adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries. You’ll work closely with individuals, families, direct support staff, and interdisciplinary teams to understand needs, build on strengths, address challenges, and help people achieve greater independence and quality of life.

You’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while using your clinical expertise in practical, impactful ways—developing Positive Behavior Support Plans, using data to guide treatment, providing consultation and coaching, and helping teams create environments where the people we support can thrive.

This role offers a balance of autonomy and collaboration, with the flexibility to manage your own schedule while being part of a knowledgeable and supportive clinical team. You’ll have opportunities to expand your expertise, contribute your ideas, and make a difference across a variety of settings.

At Advocates, this is more than a clinical position. It’s an opportunity to use your skills to help people live with dignity, choice, confidence, and inclusion—while doing work that has a lasting impact.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.

We’re a nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.

At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Minimum Education Required

Master's Degree

Responsibilities

• Promote Positive Behavior Support through training, modeling, and implementation of evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT-informed strategies, motivational enhancement, cognitive/rehabilitation adaptations, substance use supports)
• Develop, implement, and monitor PBS Plans and Psychotropic Medication Treatment Plans
• Design and maintain data collection systems, including systems for reducing restrictive practices
• Provide clinical consultation to individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Conduct referral assessments to evaluate behavioral, psychiatric, functional, and cultural support needs
• Collaborate across residential, day, shared living, medical, and behavioral health teams
• Ensure dignity, rights, and person-centered approaches in all supports
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and cross-department collaboration
• Work with funders and participate in external meetings as needed
• Maintain all required trainings, certifications, and compliance requirements
• Use Electronic Health Records to document medically necessary clinical services

• Master’s degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, social work, or related field
• Eligibility for Massachusetts licensure (e.g., Licensed Psychologist, LCSW, LABA, LMHC, LRC); certified rehabilitation counselor; or master’s-level special education teacher
• Minimum of 3 years of post-graduate training and/or experience in functional behavioral assessment and treatment preferredAt least 3 years of clinical experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and/or brain injuries preferred
• Experience using Electronic Health Records for clinical documentation
• Strong communication, collaboration, and clinical problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to serving diverse populations strongly preferred

Physical Demands:

Full upper extremity range of motion
Full lower extremity range of motion
Physical Activity:

Continuous: Communication
Frequent: Standing, sitting, walking