Clinical Assistant

Mercypluscare; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Ongoing clinical mentorship

Professional development

Structured preparation for BCBA/BCaBA

Job summary

Mercy Plus seeks a Clinical Assistant at multiple Michigan locations to support the transition from fieldwork to a clinician role. You will work under BCBA supervision, implement treatment plans, collect data, and develop clinical skills while preparing for the BACB exam.

The role offers paid experience up to $30/hour, with supervision, mentorship, and progression toward BCBA/BCaBA certification, emphasizing family collaboration and documentation.

Qualifications

• Completed all required fieldwork hours with verified documentation.
• Submitted an application to test with the BACB, or have the documentation needed to do so.
• Completed or are enrolled in the final course of an approved ABA program.
• Ready to continue developing advanced clinical skills under BCBA supervision.
• Committed to preparing for the BCBA or BCaBA exam and transitioning into a clinician role.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention plans under BCBA supervision.
• Support and coach Behavior Technicians.
• Collect, graph, analyze, and interpret clinical data.
• Assist with assessments and Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Write clinical notes, progress summaries, transition summaries, and other documentation.
• Assist with developing and monitoring skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs.
• Participate in family training, case openings, and interdisciplinary planning.
• Support training, staff development, and treatment integrity.

Job description

# Clinical AssistantMichigan (multiple locations)Hiring in: Alma · Farmington Hills · Flushing · Gladwin · Hartland · Howell · Lansing · Owosso · Saginaw · Standish · St. Clair · WarrenBridge the gap between fieldwork and becoming a clinician.The Clinical Assistant role is designed for team members who have completed their fieldwork requirements and are preparing to sit for the BCBA or BCaBA exam. Continue building advanced clinical skills, work closely with experienced BCBAs, and prepare for a confident transition into your next clinical role.Apply for this role## Find a Mercy Plus location hiring near youEnter your ZIP code to see the closest centers.### Up to $30/hourPaid experience while you prepare for certification.### Advanced clinical exposureBuild experience in assessments, data analysis, treatment programming, documentation, and family collaboration.### BCBA supervision & mentorshipWork under the supervision of a BCBA or designated mentor as you continue developing clinical judgment and confidence.### Built for the next stepThe role is designed to support your transition from completed fieldwork into a BCBA or BCaBA position after certification.Compensation & benefits## Up to $30/hour while you prepare for certificationClinical Assistants earn up to $30/hour while continuing to gain hands-on clinical experience and prepare for the BCBA or BCaBA exam.## What you'll do* Implement individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention plans under BCBA supervision* Support and coach Behavior Technicians* Collect, graph, analyze, and interpret clinical data* Assist with assessments and Functional Behavior Assessments* Write clinical notes, progress summaries, transition summaries, and other documentation* Assist with developing and monitoring skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction programs* Participate in family training, case openings, and interdisciplinary planning* Support training, staff development, and treatment integrity## What we're looking for* Completed all required fieldwork hours with verified documentation* Submitted an application to test with the BACB, or have the documentation needed to do so* Completed or are enrolled in the final course of an approved ABA program* Ready to continue developing advanced clinical skills under BCBA supervision* Committed to preparing for the BCBA or BCaBA exam and transitioning into a clinician roleFrom fieldwork to clinician## You’ve completed the hours. Now it’s time to strengthen the skills behind them.Fieldwork Student → Clinical Assistant → BCBA / BCaBAThe Clinical Assistant role gives you an opportunity to remain immersed in clinical practice while preparing for the BACB exam. You’ll continue working under BCBA supervision while taking on responsibilities that more closely reflect the work of a future clinician.What the role looks like## A mix of direct care + clinical developmentClinical Assistants continue working directly with clients while also receiving dedicated time for clinical responsibilities and development. Depending on center and client needs, the role may include approximately 10–20 hours per week of direct BT coverage, with additional time dedicated to non-billable clinical activities.Build the skills you’ll use as a clinician## Where you’ll grow### Assessment & analysisGain experience with observation, IOA, ABC data, assessments, FBAs, and data interpretation.### Treatment programmingAssist with writing, implementing, and monitoring behavior-reduction and skill-acquisition programs.### Clinical documentationDevelop experience with notes, progress summaries, transition summaries, plans, and payer-related reporting.### Technician leadershipCoach technicians, model interventions, review session notes, and provide constructive feedback.### Family & interdisciplinary collaborationParticipate in family training, planning meetings, and collaboration with other professionals.### Clinical operationsBuild exposure to authorizations, insurance requirements, EMR systems, scheduling, and other operational pieces of clinical practice.## Benefits* Paid time off* 401(k)* Ongoing clinical mentorship* Professional development* Structured preparation for transition into a BCBA or BCaBA role## Clinical Assistant — questions#################### Almost ready for your clinician role?If you’ve completed your fieldwork and are preparing for the BCBA or BCaBA exam, talk with our recruiting team about the Clinical Assistant pathway and available opportunities.Apply for this role