Licensed Behavior Specialist (Lifespan Clinician)

Access Services 3; Kentucky; On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid training

Job summary

Access Services is hiring a PA Licensed Behavior Specialist to develop treatment plans and authorization documentation for children, adolescents, and adults in schools, homes, and community locations. Salary is $78,000 with 30 billable hours weekly and uncapped incentive at $30 per billable hour above 128 in a 4-week cycle.

This is a strong opportunity for BCBA candidates seeking supervised fieldwork hours; comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, education, ABA, or counseling is required.
• Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) in PA is required before hire.
• 13 Hour Functional Behavior Assessment through ODP completed before hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individualized clinical documentation with behavior targets, replacements, and interventions.
• Develop treatment plans and discharge plans to sustain changes.
• Lead the treatment team and ensure communication across stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Achieve 30 billable hours weekly.

Skills

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Tech literacy

Bilingual communication

Education

Master’s degree

LBS license PA

Job description

At Access Services, we know great work starts with real support. From nearly 6 weeks off in your first year to high quality, affordable health coverage and opportunities to grow, we’ve built a benefits package that shows we care for our people.

Access Services is hiring a PA Licensed Behavior Specialist to develop treatment plans and authorization documentation for children and adolescents and/or adults in schools, homes, and community locations. We offer a salary of $78,000 with an expectation of 30 billable hours per week (120 per 4 week cycle), an uncapped incentive paid monthly at $30 per billable hour exceeding 128 in a 4-week cycle (32 per week), and a competitive employee benefits package.

This is a great opportunity for BCBA candidates who want to gain supervised fieldwork hours. Learn more about the work of Behavior Supports & Assessments here: Behavior Supports and Assessments - Access Services.

Essential Functions of Licensed Behavior Specialist (Lifespan Clinician):

• Prepare individualized clinical documentation whichidentifies target behaviors,replacement behaviors, and individualized interventions with identified team members responsible for intervention support. Design treatment plans/behavior plans to support and sustain change.
• Establish criteria for discharge from services. Develop a robust discharge plan to support the individual and family/care providers in maintainingchanges, and address discharge planning throughout treatment with client and family/care providers.
• You will lead the treatment team, ensuring communication across all stakeholders, and ensuring skills generalization.
• Comply with all regulatory requirements.
• Meet expectations of performing 30 billable hours weekly.

Schedule: This full-time position will include primarily daytime hours providing services within the school setting.

The selected candidate must meet all qualifying and ongoing job criteria including background checks and a driving history record.

Education

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, education, applied behavior analysis, or counseling field required.

Certification/Licenses

• Prior to hire, must be a Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS) in the state of PA.
• 13 Hour Functional Behavior Assessment through ODP, completed prior to hire.

Experience

• One year of experience providing behavioral health services (post masters degree) preferred.
• Strong foundation of Behavior Analytic skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent organizational and oral/written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all staff and the public.
• Strong ability to receive feedback and willingness to grow clinically, professionally, and personally.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities, work independently, and as part of a team. Thorough knowledge of rules and guidelines mandated by medical assistance and managed care systems as well as CASSP principles.
• Ability to effectively communicate, when providing services to bilingual or non-English speaking families, and clearly write comprehensive English only notes.
• Proficiency in, or ability to learn and use, workplace applications, platforms and technologies.

Driving Requirements

• A valid US driver’s license for at least two years, not including time with permit.
• No serious traffic convictions within the past three years. (Serious convictions include, but are not limited to, DUI, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or three or more traffic violations and/or at-fault accidents within that period.)
• Access to a reliable vehicle during work hours. Vehicle must have valid registration and inspection stickers.
• Valid auto insurance. You will be asked to provide proof that you are a covered driver on the policy.

Essential Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Work in program sites and the community routinely providing direct care and/or support withindividual(s).
• Stand, sit or run by self, orto provideproper care and supervision with anindividual.
• Able to move and stay with an individual tokeepthemsafe, both in home environment and community, both at near and far distances, even when an individual may struggle to meet identified expectations.
• Able toassist an individualwho has fallen, regardless of weight or size.
• Walk, climb stairs by self, orto providedirect care and/or support.
• Workin a standard office environment; Utilize desktop computer equipmenton a daily basis.
• Able to lift or move items associated with sedentary work and light work (exert up to 20 lbs.)
• Travel to offsite locations and regional office locations if necessary.
• Exposure to high-stress situations involving verbal aggression, physical outbursts, and emotional dysregulation.
• Fast-paced, unpredictable environment requiring constant vigilance and adaptability.
• Tolerance for loud environments, physical contact, and sensory stimulation.

Salary

• Salary of $78,000 with an expectation of 30 billable hours per week (120 per 4 week cycle).

• Uncapped incentive paid monthly: $30 per billable hour exceeding 128 in a 4-week cycle (32 per week).

What You’ll Gain at Access Services

When you join our team, you’re not just getting a job, you’re stepping into a career with real support, growth, and impact. We offer a benefits package designed to meet you where you are in life.

• Health & Security:Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus company-paid life insurance, disability protection and catastrophic sick leave.Access Services covers up to 88% of health premium with many employees paying less than $150/month.
• Time to Recharge:Full-time employees start their first year earning up to nearly 6 weeks of paid time off (20+ PTO days plus 9 paid holidays), with even more time added as you grow your career with us
• Invest in Your Future:401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement program, and access to college tuition discounts
• Built into the Job:Mileage & toll reimbursement
• Support beyond Work: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential resources for you and your family, including:
• Counseling and emotional support through in-person, telehealth and text therapy
• Financial and legal guidance
• Grow With Us:Paid training, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to learn and advance across diverse roles and programs.

Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer