Licensed Behavior Specialist

Kaleidoscope Education Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time Hours

Small caseload

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

PTO (Holiday + Sick)

401K with match

Job summary

Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy is seeking a Licensed Behavior Specialist to join our team in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves providing behavior consultation in center-based, school, home, and community settings, and administering assessments such as VB-MAPP and FBA.

The successful candidate will create behavior support plans, supervise staff and families, collect and review data, and ensure thorough documentation from start to discharge.

Qualifications

• Licensed Behavior Specialist in PA.
• Master's degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or related field (ABA preferred).
• 3 years' experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities.
• 1 year experience conducting functional behavior assessments for individuals under 21.
• 1,000 hours of in-person clinical experience with individuals with behavioral challenges or autism spectrum disorders.
• Experience delivering ABA services in multiple settings (center-based, home, community).
• Knowledge of PA IBHS regulations for ABA services.
• Physical demands: lift up to 50 lbs., long periods of standing/sitting in caseload activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavior consultation across center-based, school, home, and community settings.
• Administer VB-MAPP, Essentials for Living, Functional Assessments, and FBA.
• Create BSPs for children on caseload.
• Supervise by observing and meeting with staff and families.
• Implement data collection systems and adjust treatment based on data.
• Document progress on goals as required.
• Visit children in-home or at school for assessments and reassessments.
• Complete all documentation related to the child's plan of care.
• Train Behavior Technicians in applying behavioral principles.

Skills

Licensed Behavior Specialist

ABA knowledge

Data collection

Assessment administration

Education

Master's degree in Behavior Analysis / Education / Psychology

Tools

VB-MAPP

Essentials for Living

Functional Assessments

Job description

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19153

Licensed Behavior Specialist

We are seeking a Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) to join our growing and successful team here at Kaleidoscope ABA. Competitive pay and flexibility offered.

Key Benefits and Advantages

• Attractive Benefits Plan
• Full-Time Hours
• Small caseload
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays + PTO Days (sick + vacation)
• Disability, Life, and other Voluntary benefits
• 401K with match

Position Description

• LBS will provide behavior consultation services as defined under IBHS regulations in center-based, school, home and community environments as needed.
• Administer assessments including but not limited to VB-MAPP, Essentials for Living, Functional Assessments and Functional Behavior Assessments.
• Create behavior support plans (BSP) for children on caseload as needed.
• Provide supervision by observing and having team meetings with the staff and the families.
• Implement data collection systems, review collected data and modify treatment according to data-based decision making.
• Document progress on goals as required of position.
• Visit children in-home, in school or other out-of-center locations to appropriately complete assessments and reassessments when necessary.
• Complete all necessary documentation related to child's plan of care from ITP to Discharge for children in caseload in a thorough, timely and diligent manager as required.
• Train Behavior Technicians to appropriately and successfully apply the principles of behavior through positive intervention techniques.

Required Experience and Education

• Licensed Behavior Specialist in the state of PA
• Maters degree from an accredited university in Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or related field (ABA preferred)
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in working with children with autism or other developmental disabilities.
• Minimum of 1 year experience conducting functional behavior assessments with individuals under 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 1,000 hours of in-person clinical experience with individuals with behavioral challenges or with autism spectrum disorders
• Experience providing ABA services in multiple settings (center-based, home, community)
• Knowledge of PA IBHS regulations and requirements for ABA services
• Ability to meet the rigorous demands of the job, which may include long periods of standing, sitting, following, pushing/pulling equipment, and/or lifting as well as the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and spend time on their feet as well as an ability to lift children, to 50 lbs., on occasion. You may spend a significant amount of time crouching, crawling, and engaging with children on the floor or standing for long periods.

About Us

At Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy, passion meets purpose! If you're a dedicated Licensed Behavior Specialist seeking a dynamic and rewarding environment, join us in shaping positive transformations. At Kaleidoscope, we believe in the power of 1:1 applied behavior analysis to create meaningful changes in the lives of children.

Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.