Licensed Behavior Specialist

Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive Benefits Plan

Full-Time Hours

Small caseload

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays + PTO Days

Disability, Life, and Voluntary bene

401K with match

Job summary

Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy Services is seeking a Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) to join a growing team in the Philadelphia area. The role involves delivering ABA services in center-based, school, home, and community settings with a focus on data-driven treatment and family collaboration.

The position requires PA licensure, a Master’s degree in a relevant field, and extensive experience with autism. KB, a supportive benefits package, and 1:1 client focus are emphasized.

Qualifications

• PA Licensed Behavior Specialist.
• Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or related field (ABA preferred).
• At least 3 years of experience working with children with autism or other developmental disabilities.
• Minimum of 1 year conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) with individuals under 21.
• Minimum of 1,000 hours of in-person clinical experience with behavioral challenges or autism.
• Experience delivering ABA services in center-based, home, and community settings.
• Knowledge of PA IBHS regulations for ABA services.
• Ability to meet demanding physical aspects of the job including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavior consultation in center, school, home, and community environments.
• Conduct assessments including VB‑MAPP, Essentials for Living, FBA, and FBA-based determinations.
• Create BSPs for children on caseload.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with families.
• Implement data collection and adjust treatment based on data.

Skills

ABA

Functional Assessments

Data collection

Behavior support

In-home visits

Education

Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis, Education, Psychology, or related field

Tools

VB-MAPP

Essentials for Living

FBA

Job description

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19153

Date Posted: 11/02/2026

Category: Home Based

Education: Master’s Degree

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.

Title: Licensed Behavior Specialist

Class: Licensed In-Home (Family/Indiv/Reunif)

Type: PERMANENT ONLY

Ref. No.: 1310858-10

BC: #KES302

Company: Kaleidoscope Education Solutions

Contract Contact: Contract Submit ABA

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