Atlantic Job Opportunities

We are searching for behavioral health technicians who want a job with a unique organization, adults who want a job working with at-risk youth, Education Technicians (Ed Techs) searching for a job with meaning, board certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) interested in a job working with at-risk youth and with manageable caseloads, and special education teachers interested in a job that can actually make a difference.

The jobs with Atlantic Academy are in the service of helping troubled youth leave their troubled past and move towards behavioral, social, emotional, and academic success.

Why A BCBA or SpEd Teacher Should Work at Atlantic Academy?

 

ATLANTIC ACADEMY IS HIRING FOR A BEHAVIOR ANALYST

Position Title: Behavior Analyst

Location: Atlantic Academy, Camden, ME

Full-Time | Year-Round | Starting August, 2025

Are you a BCBA or an aspiring behavior analyst passionate about serving youth at-risk?

Atlantic Academy, a unique nonprofit school and behavioral health day treatment program in beautiful Midcoast Maine, is seeking a Behavior Analyst to join our growing clinical team. This position is ideal for a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or a qualified candidate actively pursuing supervision and BACB certification. We are looking for someone eager to apply the basic principles of behavior to support our at-risk student population, while also incorporating mindfulness and values-based approaches to help students, staff, and the broader school community move towards meaningful outcomes.

We serve students with emotional and behavioral challenges, often coming from backgrounds with multiple Adverse Childhood Experiences. Our work is rooted in applied behavior analysis, direct instruction, experiential education, and third-wave behavioral approaches, including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), DBT, and mindfulness-based CBT. We’re looking for a team member who is curious, collaborative, and eager to learn how to apply behavior analysis with flexibility, compassion, and evidence-based integrity.

What You’ll Do:

  • Conduct functional behavioral assessments, and interpret findings in alignment with BACB ethical guidelines

  • Design, implement, and supervise individualized behavior-analytic interventions

  • Support transitions for students entering and exiting the program, and collaborate with public school teams and families

  • Provide training and supervision to our BHPs (Behavioral Health Professionals)

  • Develop and oversee goal-directed training sequences and data systems to measure meaningful outcomes

  • Participate in IEP/ITP meetings and support data-driven special education programming

  • Contribute to a positive, resilient, and learning-focused clinical culture

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

  • A graduate degree in behavior analysis, psychology, education, or related field

  • National certification as a BCBA or are in pursuit of BCBA supervision and eligibility

  • 3–5 years of experience in school or clinical settings, preferably with special education or at-risk youth

  • Familiarity or interest in ACT, DBT, or other third-wave approaches

  • Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships across teams

  • Experience with trauma-informed care and managing high-intensity or unsafe behaviors

  • Knowledge of IEP development and special education compliance

What We Offer:

  • A values-driven and supportive work environment grounded in collaboration and innovation

  • Very competitive salary

  • 8 weeks of paid time off

  • Health stipend and 401(k) with employer match

  • Ongoing education/professional development support

  • The opportunity to help shape a growing program with long-term impact on Maine’s most vulnerable students

Who We Are:

Atlantic Academy and its clinical partner, Atlantic Behavioral Services, provide school-based and community-based behavioral health treatment across the state. Our mission is to support students in developing the skills and resilience they need to thrive in the least restrictive setting possible.

To Apply:

Submit your resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position to:

📧 mark@atbehavior.com, jed@atbehavior.com

If you’re ready to bring your clinical expertise, heart, and behavioral science skills to a mission-driven team, we’d love to hear from you.

Come grow with us. 🌱

ATLANTIC ACADEMY IS HIRING FOR A CLINICIAN

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of at-risk youth? Join Atlantic Academy, a well-established, supportive team where you can focus on providing meaningful, individualized clinical services.

We are seeking a Licensed Clinician (LCPC, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, or Psychologist) to provide therapeutic support in our Behavioral Health Day Treatment program.

Why Atlantic Academy?

Atlantic Academy is a special purpose private school dedicated to serving Maine’s most vulnerable at-risk youth. Our evidence-based, function-driven approach integrates mindfulness, nature-based learning, and trauma-informed education to help students heal, build resilience, and thrive. Our clinicians play a crucial role in guiding students through challenges and fostering lasting growth.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where your expertise truly makes an impact, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today.

Qualifications:

Education: Graduate from an accredited college or university with a masters degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or education. 

License: Must hold current license/credential as required by the state of Maine, to perform professional therapy/counseling services, and within the guidlines to perform Section 65, Behavioral Health Day Treatment services (LCPC, LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, Psychologist). 

Minimum Experience: Newly graduated clinicians, with conditional certification/licensure encouraged to apply.  Experience providing direct services to children and adolescents preferred.

Preferred Experience: Training in one of the following orientations: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavior Therapy, training in trauma-informed care. Demonstrated ability working within a day treatment setting and collaborating with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and school administration. Experience running social-emotional skills groups. Experience working with children and adolescents in crisis. Experience working with families and connecting them with community resources. Experience working within the Behavioral Health service model of MaineCare. 

Duties & Responsibilities

•Provide clinical services per IEP/ITP to support students’ emotional, social, and behavioral needs.

•Conduct intake assessments (CAs) for new students and annual CAs/ITPs for existing students.

•Develop critical measurable IEP/ITP goals, maintaining progress notes and quarterly reviews.

•Facilitate weekly individual sessions.

•Collaborate with parents, school staff, and external agencies to support student progress.

•Act as a liaison between home, school, and agencies (DHS, Mental Health, Corrections).

•Refer students to appropriate services as necessary.

•Participate in IEP meetings and ensure compliance with Section 65 Behavioral Health Day Treatment guidelines.

•Prepare required reports and maintain accurate records.

Reports to:

Clinical Director

Salary and Benefits:  

 - Very competitive salary

 - Full-time benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, SIMPLE match, PTO and up to six weeks off for scheduled breaks and

continuing education reimbursement

Job type - Part-time (with full-time potential)

Schedule - Monday to Friday, regular business hours with flexibility

Work location - In person; remote as-needed

***Email Resume and CL to jed@atbehavior.com***

Atlantic Academy is hiring for Ed Techs in Camden +

We are currently seeking full and part-time Ed. Techs to help students with special needs achieve treatment progress and learn meaningful life skills for the purpose of successful integration into mainstream settings. The right candidate for these positions will be:

  1. Invested in learning evidence-based approaches for students with both emotional-behavioral disorders.
  2. Interested in working closely within a team atmosphere.
  3. Amenable to ongoing positive support & supervision.
  4. Capable of physically engaging our students in leisure and play activities, and able to use physical management procedures during behavioral escalations.

Staff at Atlantic Academy will receive professional development opportunities in innovative practices and approaches in both applied behavior analysis, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, behavioral medicine, and education. Staff is encouraged to advance professionally in the fields of applied behavior analysis, social work, psychology and/or education through advancement and supervision opportunities.

Qualifications:

Must be eligible for Ed Tech certification with Maine DOE, and obtain a CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) done by the Department of Education. Behavior Health Professional Certification a plus, however training for BHP Certification will be provided to Ed Tech IIIs, if not already BHP Certified.

Benefits:

Very competitive starting wage($18 - $21 per hour for Ed Tech. I-IIs, $22-$26 per hour for Ed Tech IIIs, commensurate with experience and education). Sign-on bonus, PTO, health insurance, retirement, and clinical supervision towards BCaBA/BCBA for employees averaging 35+ hours/week.

Please send inquiries, cover letter and resume, copy of certification and CHRC, transcripts and three professional references/letters of recommendation to
[edonovan@atbehavior.com]
10 Knowlton St
Camden, ME 04843-1517

Atlantic Behavior Services is hiring for Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Assistant BA Consultants +

We are looking for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) or BCaBA experienced in delivering top-notch services in schools and home settings. The right candidate must have excellent interpersonal and writing skills, be adept at cultivating and maintaining positive and productive relationships with a variety of stakeholder, handle adversity in a professional and solution-based manner, and be dedicated to delivering evidence-based programming. Excellent organizational and time management skills are a must.

Job duties include:

  • Conducting functional behavior assessments, functional analyses, and language-based assessments.
  • Determining scope of services with special education directors, school administration, teachers, and families.
  • Developing pragmatic interventions, protocols, and comprehensive behavior programming.
  • Training staff on behavior reduction, skill-acquisition, crisis intervention procedures, and systems of support.
  • Supervising programs.
  • Responding to, and mitigating, treatment barriers in a professional and productive manner.
  • Providing feedback to staff regarding implementation of behaviorally-based procedures and strategies.
  • Supervising BCaBAs in carrying out behavior programming.
  • Developing and presenting assessment and consultation reports.
  • Collecting data, writing reports, and documenting barriers to treatment.
  • As needed development of tracking sheets, visual schedules, token boards, and other materials and systems that may be necessary.
  • Maintaining appropriate boundaries with staff and clients and adhering to the BACB Guidelines for Responsible Conduct.
  • Supervising programs.
  • Responding to, and mitigating, treatment barriers in a professional and productive manner.
  • Providing feedback to staff regarding implementation of behaviorally-based procedures and strategies.
  • Supervising BCaBAs in carrying out behavior programming.
  • Developing and presenting assessment and consultation reports.
  • Collecting data, writing reports, and documenting barriers to treatment.
  • As needed development of tracking sheets, visual schedules, token boards, and other materials and systems that may be necessary.
  • Maintaining appropriate boundaries with staff and clients and adhering to the BACB Guidelines for Responsible Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Currently certified as a BCBA or BCaBA
  • Approval to work in Maine public schools (by passing a background check).
  • Experience conducting and writing assessment reports.
  • Experience developing and supervising behavior programs, protocols, and intensive teaching strategies to students with autism and related disorders, and students identified with emotional disturbance.
  • Experience taking data.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in schools and knowledge of IEPs and federal special education laws.
  • Experience with dangerous behaviors.

Part-time and full-time positions are available.

Benefits and Compensations

  • Mileage to and from worksite.
  • $40-70 per hour depending on experience.
  • Quarterly performance reviews and performance-based incentives.
  • Work for a rapidly growing organization dedicated to expanding services to the under-served.

We are looking for a team member interested in long-term employment and in helping a growing organization work at its best, most efficient level. References will be required.

If you think you fit these qualifications, please submit a cover letter and resume to [mail@atbehavior.com][1]