Licensed Behavior Specialist

Pennsylvania Psychological Association; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Plan

Full-Time

Small Caseload

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Match

Job summary

Kaleidoscope ABA Therapy is seeking a Licensed Behavior Specialist to join our team. The position involves delivering 1:1 ABA services, conducting functional assessments, and creating behavior support plans for children across center, school, home, and community settings.

Responsibilities include supervision of staff and families, data-based treatment adjustments, and thorough documentation to support each child’s plan of care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Behavior Specialist designation with PA licensure.
• Master's in Behavior Analysis or related field (ABA preferred).
• Minimum 3 years experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavior consultation in center-based, school, home and community settings.
• Administer VB-MAPP, Essentials for Living, FBA/FA assessments.
• Create and implement BSPs for caseload children.
• Train and supervise Behavior Technicians and families.

Skills

Licensed Behavior Specialist

ABA Knowledge

Data collection

Education

Master's degree in Behavior Analysis

Job description

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.