What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid Level Practitioner ABA position at Sunrise ABA?
Overall Responsibilities:* The Mid-Level Practitioner (MLP) plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. This position works under the supervision of a BCBA to provide direct treatment, assist in clinical programming, and support the training and development of Behavior Technicians (BTs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs).*
The MLP supports learner progress by implementing treatment plans, assisting with assessments, and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery across assigned caseloads. This role also partners closely with clinical, scheduling, and operations teams to ensure effective service coordination and authorization utilization.
Primary Functions Include:
Direct Client Services
Skills/Abilities
The MLP supports learner progress by implementing treatment plans, assisting with assessments, and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery across assigned caseloads. This role also partners closely with clinical, scheduling, and operations teams to ensure effective service coordination and authorization utilization.
Primary Functions Include:
Direct Client Services
- Provide direct one-to-one ABA therapy to assigned learners
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the BCBA
- Monitor learner progress and support skill acquisition and behavior reduction goals
- Ensure sessions are conducted in accordance with Sunrise ABA standards
- Assist with functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and skills assessments
- Support the development and modification of behavior intervention plans
- Collect, review, and analyze data to support clinical decision-making
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in CentralReach
- Provide guidance and support to BTs and RBTs during service delivery
- Assist in training staff on behavior intervention strategies and data collection procedures
- Model appropriate clinical and professional behavior
- Provide feedback to team members to support performance and development
- Support utilization of authorized hours through effective scheduling and service delivery
- Participate in client observation, supervision sessions, and caregiver collaboration
- Partner with scheduling and operations teams to address gaps in service delivery
- Communicate effectively with clinical leadership, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and case reviews
- Escalate concerns appropriately following Sunrise ABA protocols
Skills/Abilities
- Strong understanding of ABA principles and intervention strategies
- Ability to implement treatment plans with consistency and fidelity
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to coach, guide, and support BT/RBT staff
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to analyze data and support clinical decision-making
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency with electronic health records (CentralReach preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, ABA, or related field required
- Minimum of 1–2 years of experience implementing behavior intervention services
- Completion of at least 12 semester credit hours in behavior analysis or related coursework (or equivalent BCaBA coursework)
- Active RBT certification preferred , not required
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Experience supporting, training, or mentoring staff preferred
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and/or weekends as needed
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within assigned region
- Ability to provide in-person services and supervision as required
- Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
- Ability to engage in physical activity as required in a clinical setting
- Ability to operate a computer and related office equipment