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State of Minnesota Licensed Behavior Analyst - Clinical Program Therapist 4 in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota
Working Title: Licensed Behavior Analyst
Job Class: Clinical Program Therapist 4
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 92862
Location : Vadnais Heights
Telework Eligible : No, this is a mobile position1422-telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf)
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/13/2026
Closing Date : 04/27/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : MSOCS Admin / CBS Behavioral Health
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift (8:00 am - 4:30 pm)
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, Various locations across the State of Minnesota
Salary Range: $34.69 - $51.45 / hourly; $72,432 - $107,427 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Are you passionate about using behavioral science to create meaningful changes in people’s lives?
Direct Care and Treatment’s Community Based Services program is seeking a Licensed Behavior Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a clinical leader, providing advanced behavioral expertise across multiple Community Based Services locations throughout the state.
Our mobile support teams provide flexible, responsive services directly in the homes and communities where people live. Through this approach, we help individuals effectively address behavioral health challenges and crises by promoting quality of life and mental wellness. As a Licensed Behavior Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting this model by guiding functional assessments, developing and implementing effective intervention strategies, and strengthening proactive crisis prevention efforts.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
Conduct advanced clinical and behavioral assessments for individuals supported by Community Based Services (CBS), utilizing a full range of behavioral diagnostic tools.
Provide clinical leadership and supervision related to behavioral assessment and diagnostic practices across CBS sites.
Independently develop and implement intervention support, crisis prevention, and response plans using evidence-based practices, person-centered principles, and Positive Behavior Support.
Design and implement skill-building interventions for individuals receiving CBS services.
Develop strategies to support individuals in transitioning from CBS services to broader community support across various settings.
Serve as a collaborative CBS team member and provide leadership in behavioral support.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's or doctorate in psychology, social work, behavior analysis, or related field; and
Licensure/Certification in the State of Minnesota as an independent behavioral health professional (BCBA or Licensed Behavioral Analyst)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions including substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia and other types of mental illnesses.
Experience in behavioral consultation
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care and Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.