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Pine Rest

Non-profit behavioral health provider delivering psychiatry

BCBA

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Master's
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryMental & Behavioral Health

About the job

Requirements
  • A master's degree in behavior analysis or another natural science, education, human services, medicine, or a field related to behavior analysis is required.
  • Board-Certified Behavior Analyst certification is required.
  • Two years of experience as a behavior analyst or in a related field is preferred.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Excel and other business software packages is required.
Responsibilities
  • Partner with multidisciplinary teams to understand behavioral needs and develop effective, individualized approaches to care.
  • Conduct and oversee functional behavioral assessments and use assessment findings to guide treatment and behavior support planning.
  • Develop practical behavior support plans and individualized goals for individuals in the hospital setting.
  • Provide consultation and coaching to hospital staff, caregivers, and other members of an individual’s support system.
  • Train staff and caregivers in evidence-based behavioral strategies for everyday situations.
  • Develop and monitor behavioral programming designed to build skills, increase independence, and reduce barriers to success.
  • Provide ongoing support and consultation to ensure behavioral interventions are implemented effectively and adjusted when needed.
  • Establish meaningful ways to track progress and use behavioral data to evaluate what is working and inform clinical decisions.
  • Serve as a behavioral health resource to staff, families, and community partners.
  • Build relationships with individuals and families while promoting dignity, empowerment, and inclusion.

About the company

Pine Rest is a large non-profit behavioral health provider in Michigan offering inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient care for all ages at its Grand Rapids campus and 20+ locations. Its treatment combines counseling, medication management, and neuromodulation therapies such as electroconvulsive therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation, delivered across a full continuum including teletherapy and urgent care. It stands out as one of the largest free-standing systems with an extensive outpatient network and a Christian heritage that guides care, plus a psychiatric residency program with Michigan State University. Its goal is to broaden access to comprehensive mental health services, train healthcare professionals, and expand pediatric behavioral health with the new Pediatric Center planned for 2026.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Byron Township, Michigan

Founded

1910

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What believers are saying

  • The 136,000-square-foot Pediatric Center began inpatient admissions March 23, 2026.
  • Pine Rest and WMU’s April 28, 2026 Nursing Academy directly addresses nurse shortages.
  • BRAINS became a Pine Rest service on October 27, 2025, strengthening pediatric referrals.

What critics are saying

  • Pediatric Center utilization must ramp fast or 66 beds drain margin.
  • WMU nurses can leave after their two-year commitment expires, restarting shortages in 2028.
  • BRAINS integration can disrupt scheduling, billing, and clinician retention through 2026.

What makes Pine Rest unique

  • Michigan’s first dedicated children’s behavioral health hospital opened March 18, 2026.
  • Pine Rest’s 1910 Christian mission still anchors its full-continuum inpatient-to-outpatient model.
  • MSU residency, ECT, TMS, and statewide referrals create hard-to-replicate clinical depth.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • PTO

Company News

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
May 6th, 2026
Pine Rest Nursing Academy welcomes Western Michigan University.

Pine Rest Nursing Academy welcomes Western Michigan University. May 6, 2026 The Pine Rest Nursing Academy is excited to welcome Western Michigan University to its growing list of participating schools! Through this collaboration, WMU nursing students accepted into the Academy will have the opportunity to develop hands-on skills and receive focused training in mental health nursing, all while receiving up to $40,000 in tuition assistance and a guaranteed job at Pine Rest upon graduation from their nursing program. Key features of the Pine Rest Nursing Academy include: * Real-World Experience: Students have the chance to engage in patient care on site at Pine Rest. * Professional Mentorship: Students learn alongside seasoned nurses and staff. * Advanced Training: through evidence-based practices and specialized mental health nursing skills. * Tuition Assistance: Up to $40,000 in tuition funding ($10,000 per semester). * Immediate Employment: A guaranteed job at Pine Rest following graduation. "We are proud to support Western Michigan University students as they begin their careers. Through this program, we not only nurture the skills and confidence nurses will need for a successful career, but we also create a brighter future of care for families throughout our Michigan community." - Amy Pierce-Danders, workforce development manager at Pine Rest. To see a list of all Pine Rest Academy participating schools and universities and find out how to apply, visit the Pine Rest Academy webpage.

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services
Oct 28th, 2025
Pine Rest and BRAINS Merger Strengthens Access to Pediatric Behavioral Health Services - Pine Rest Newsroom

“By bringing BRAINS into Pine Rest, we’re ensuring that resources are better aligned, duplication is reduced, and families experience a more accessible path to the care they need.” -- Mark Eastburg, PhD, Pine Rest President & CEO