Supervised Fieldwork Behavior Technician- Behavior Analyst in Training

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

Dearborn Heights (MI)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

3 weeks PTO

11 paid holidays

EAP

529 college savings plan

Job summary

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy offers a structured practicum program designed to develop BCBA competencies through Tier 1 and Tier 2 experiences. The clinic provides paid indirect hours during Tier 2, with supervision, mentorship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across OT, PT, and SLP teams.

Eligibility includes enrollment in an ABA degree program and BACB-aligned supervision; the Dearborn Heights location hosts full-time practicum opportunities with a comprehensive benefits package and

Qualifications

Must be enrolled in an ABA degree program (BCBA = master's or BCaBA = bachelor's).
Must take qualifying ABA coursework while accruing supervised hours.
Supervision must meet BACB requirements (monthly supervision and percent hours).
Hours must be behavior-analytic work only.
Hours must be documented and verified by supervisor.

Responsibilities

Data collection, analysis, interpretation, and clinical decision-making.
Parent and caregiver training observations and implementation.
Program development, protocol modifications, and treatment evaluation.
Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and comprehensive report writing.
Clinical supervision and performance feedback delivery.
Insurance documentation like BIPs, supervision notes, and progress reports.

Job description

MetroEHS Practicum Program

Launch Your BCBA Career with MetroEHS

At MetroEHS, we believe practicum students deserve more than observation hours—they deserve meaningful mentorship, real clinical experience, and a clear pathway to professional success. A Major Tier 2 Benefit is paid Indirect Hours. Unlike many practicum experiences where students complete unrestricted activities without compensation, MetroEHS provides guaranteed weekly paid indirect hours throughout Tier 2. This allows students to gain critical BACB-aligned fieldwork experience while being compensated for the professional responsibilities that prepare them for BCBA practice. Our structured practicum program is designed to align with BACB fieldwork expectations and incorporates best-practice recommendations from the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP), ensuring students graduate with the skills, confidence, and experience needed to excel as future behavior analysts.

Why Choose MetroEHS?

Invest in Your Future While You Learn

As students’ progress through our program and demonstrate competency, they unlock opportunities for advanced clinical training and paid professional development experiences.

Program Benefits & Highlights

Guaranteed paid indirect hours in Tier 2, allowing students to earn compensation while developing essential BCBA skills such as assessment, program modification, supervision, data analysis, report writing, and parent training.
Experience across multiple MetroEHS clinic locations, providing exposure to diverse clients, treatment teams, and BCBA supervisors.
Students who complete 800 or more practicum hours with MetroEHS become eligible for a guaranteed employment offer upon successful completion of all MetroEHS and BACB requirements.
Daily collaboration with Occupational Therapists (OT), Physical Therapists (PT), and Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) to strengthen interdisciplinary clinical skills.
Monthly mentorship meetings with the Director of ABA Services focused on professional growth, fieldwork progress, and career planning.
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 10 paid holidays annually.
Quarterly bonus opportunities throughout the year.

A Practicum Experience Designed Around BACB Success

The BACB requires fieldwork experiences that provide opportunities to develop competencies across assessment, intervention, supervision, ethics, and professional practice. Consistent with BACB standards and CASP recommendations for high-quality supervision, MetroEHS ensures students receive:

Ongoing BCBA supervision, mentorship, and performance feedback.
Diverse fieldwork opportunities that support completion of required BACB competencies.
Progressive responsibility as skills develop.
Meaningful unrestricted activities that prepare students for independent BCBA practice.
Exposure to interdisciplinary treatment planning and collaboration.

Students Will Gain Experience In:

Data collection, analysis, interpretation, and clinical decision-making.
Parent and caregiver training observations and implementation.
Program development, protocol modifications, and treatment evaluation.
Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and comprehensive report writing.
Clinical supervision and performance feedback delivery.
Insurance-required documentation, including:

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Supervision notes
Parent training notes
Progress reports
Treatment recommendations and clinical records

Two-Tier Practicum Model

Our structured practicum program provides a clear pathway from foundational ABA skills to advanced BCBA competencies.

Tier 1: Foundations of Clinical Practice

Tier 1 focuses on building the essential clinical and professional skills necessary for success in behavior analysis.

Students Develop Competency In:

RBT skills and implementation fidelity
Behavioral functions and core ABA principles
Independent implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
Professional communication and collaboration
Leadership and clinical professionalism

Typical Duration: 3–6 months

Tier 2: Advanced BCBA Skill Development

Upon successful completion of Tier 1 competencies, students advance into Tier 2 and begin focusing on the advanced unrestricted activities required for BCBA development.

Advanced Training Includes:

Clinical supervision and performance feedback
Program and teaching procedure modifications
Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
Six-month reviews and treatment evaluationsAdvanced data analysis and clinical decision-making
Parent training and consultation activities
Report writing and insurance documentation
Supporting assigned cases for further learning and independent growth opportunities.

This allows students to gain critical BACB-aligned fieldwork experience while being compensated for the professional responsibilities that prepare them for BCBA practice.

Eligibility: Begins upon successful completion of Tier 1 competency requirements and continues throughout the remainder of the practicum experience.

Client Population & Clinical Setting

Students gain hands‑on experience working with:

Children ages 2–6 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Children with complex communication, social, behavioral, and medical needs.

All practicum experiences occur within a clinic-based setting under the supervision of experienced BCBAs committed to developing the next generation of behavior analysts.

Qualifications

Must be enrolled in an ABA degree program (BCBA = master’s, BCaBA = bachelor’s)
Must be taking qualifying ABA coursework while accruing hours
Supervision must meet BACB requirements (monthly supervision + required % of hours)
Hours must be behavior-analytic work only
All hours must be documented and verified by supervisor

Clinic Location