Licensed Behavior Specialist

Chimes; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 36,368 - 51,797; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) with Employer Match

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Chimes is seeking a Licensed Behavior Specialist for its Intensive Behavioral Health Services program in Reading, PA. In this role, you will design and implement behavior support services, working closely with families, schools, and treatment teams. Candidates must have a Master’s degree and experience in the mental health field.

We offer competitive pay, insurance benefits, paid time off, and more. Join us to make a significant impact while growing in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution or evaluated foreign equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in mental or behavioral health services.
• Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) preferred, but unlicensed candidates may apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and client evaluations.
• Develop and oversee individualized behavior management and treatment plans.
• Provide mobile behavioral services as needed.

Skills

Providing mental or behavioral health services

Conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments

Developing behavior management plans

Collaboration with families and treatment teams

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Counseling, or related field

Tools

Behavior Health Technician (BHT)

Job description

Overview

Description

Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Location

Wyomissing, PA

Pay Rate

$32.00+/hour

Schedule

Part-Time (Potential to lead to Full-Time)

Program

Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)

About The Role

As a Licensed Behavior Specialist within our IBHS program, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and overseeing behavior support services. Under the guidance of a Clinical Coordinator, you’ll provide assessments, develop behavior management plans, and collaborate with families, schools, and treatment team members to drive lasting change.

We welcome:

• Fully licensed Behavior Specialists
• Unlicensed LBS/BSL candidates with a Master’s degree, provided LBS or BSL certification is obtained/maintained as required

What You’ll Do

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and comprehensive client evaluations
• Develop and oversee individualized behavior management and treatment plans
• Provide mobile, community-based behavioral services in accordance with IBHS and best-practice standards
• Deliver crisis assessment and stabilization services when needed
• Collect and analyze outcome data (e.g., CBCL, ATEC) for re-authorizations and treatment planning
• Provide consultation and clinical guidance to:
• Behavior Health Technicians (BHTs)
• Parents, caregivers, teachers, and family members

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain timely, high-quality clinical documentation (progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries)
• Ensure accurate payroll and billing submissions
• Support service authorizations and re-authorizations with required documentation
• Meet all Department of Human Services training requirements (16 hours annually)

Collaboration & Supervision

• Participate in monthly individual supervision (minimum 1 hour)
• Attend required staff and program meetings
• Provide case consultation and supervision support as applicable

What We're Looking For

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Counseling, or a closely related field
• Degree must be from an accredited U.S. institution or evaluated foreign equivalent
• At least one year of full-time experience providing mental or behavioral health services to children, youth, or young adults
• Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) preferred
• Will consider unlicensed candidates with a Master’s degree who possess or are eligible for BSL or LBS certification
• Acceptable credentials include: LBS, BSL, MSW, or LPC
• Clearances: PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, FBI Fingerprinting, Verification of non-exclusion from Medicaid/Medicare programs

Why Join Chimes?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• And More!

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:

https://chimes.org/Careers