Clinical Assistant: Prep for BCBA/BCaBA—Mentorship

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

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.