Part-Time

Behavior Technician

Acorn Health

Acorn Health

501-1,000 employees

ABA therapy for children with ASD

Compensation Overview

$18/hr

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

In Person

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Requirements
  • 1-2 years experience working with children highly preferred (caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!)
  • Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, teaching, or related field preferred
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • Should enjoy working on an interdisciplinary team and collaborating with others
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Passion for helping others
Responsibilities
  • Complete training necessary to provide therapy (requirements vary by state)
  • Deliver 1:1 direct ABA treatment to clients to increase skills, decrease problem behaviors and strengthen the behavioral supports in place
  • Work closely with the supervising BCBA and other team members to ensure high quality service delivery
  • Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA
  • Collect data and document client records to monitor progress and to enable the best possible treatment decisions
  • Communicate regularly with parents, supervisor(s), and others as necessary to inform and improve treatment plans
  • Provide services to clients in center, home, school, or other location(s) as clinically indicated
  • Schedule may include driving between clients

Acorn Health provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across the United States, with center-based and in-home services in multiple states. ABA therapy uses data-driven behavior analysis to guide individualized treatment plans, with clinicians delivering structured interventions, tracking progress, and adjusting goals while engaging families in training and daily routines. It differentiates itself through BHCOE accreditation and a blend of validated ABA practices with next practices, plus a national footprint that supports consistent access to care. The goal is to help children with ASD live more independent and meaningful lives through effective, evidence-based therapy and active family involvement.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Coral Gables, Florida

Founded

2018

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mony Iyer appointed CEO effective September 15, 2025, bolstering leadership.
  • Don Borchert's 26-year finance expertise drives scaling and finances.
  • New St. Johns County center earns six positive Birdeye reviews.

What critics are saying

  • Poor St. Johns reviews erode reputation within 3-6 months.
  • Michigan expansion triggers Medicaid scrutiny limiting reimbursements in 6-12 months.
  • CMS caps ABA hours slashing billable services by 30-50% in 6-12 months.

What makes Acorn Health unique

  • Acorn Health holds BHCOE accreditation for superior ABA therapy quality.
  • Offers both center-based and in-home ABA services nationwide.
  • Expands autism diagnostic services in Michigan since 2025.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Incentive Bonus

Company News

Northeast - News Channel Nebraska
Aug 21st, 2025
Acorn Health Names Mony Iyer CEO

Acorn Health, a leading national provider of applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), announces Mony Iyer as its new president and chief executive officer, effective Sept. 15, 2025.

Business Wire
Jul 31st, 2025
Chris Bryant Named Acorn Health's Senior Vice President of Client Acquisition and Marketing

Chris Bryant named Acorn Health's Senior Vice President of Client Acquisition and marketing.

Behavioral Health Business
May 5th, 2025
Autism Therapy VBC Accountability Extends to Internal Processes

"This shouldn't have been a surprise, but it was anyway," Krista Boe, chief clinical and compliance officer at Acorn Health, said during a panel discussion at Autism Investor Summit 2025.

LifeCare News
Feb 26th, 2025
Acorn Health Expands Autism Diagnostic Services in Michigan

Acorn Health expands autism diagnostic services in Michigan.

Morningstar
Feb 18th, 2025
Scott Semmel Named Acorn Health Vice President of Payor Relations

Acorn Health, a leading national provider of applied behavior analysis (ABA) for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), has welcomed Scott Semmel as its new vice president of payor relations.