Licensed Behavior Specialist

Holcomb Brand; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) with Employer Match

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Chimes in Wyomissing, PA is seeking a Licensed Behavior Specialist for our Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) program. Under the supervision of a Clinical Coordinator, you will design, implement, and oversee behavior support services, conduct assessments, and develop behavior management plans with families, schools, and treatment teams.

We welcome fully licensed Behavior Specialists and unlicensed LBS/BSL candidates with a Master’s degree who obtain or maintain LBS or BSL certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, education, counseling, or related field.
• At least 1 year of full-time mental/behavioral health experience with children/youth.
• Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) preferred.
• Unlicensed candidates with Master’s degree may qualify for BSL or LBS with certification.
• Clearances: PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal History, FBI fingerprinting, Medicaid/Medicare verification.
• Credential options: LBS, BSL, MSW, or LPC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FBAs and client evaluations.
• Develop and oversee individualized behavior plans and treatment.
• Provide mobile, community-based behavioral services.
• Deliver crisis assessment and stabilization when needed.
• Collect and analyze outcome data for re-authorizations and planning.
• Provide supervision and guidance to BHTs, parents, and teachers.

Skills

Experience with children/youth

Mental health services

Education

Master’s degree

Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS)

BSL

MSW

LPC

Job description

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: $35.00+/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, and
• 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)
• 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 Off403(b) with Employer Match
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
• And More!

Want to learn 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 .

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