Center-Based NDBI BCBA/LBS - Afternoons and Weekends
About The Position
Elevated Kids is hiring a center-based Behavior Analyst to provide individualized, relationship-based care to young children and their families. Care is grounded in Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBI), blending ABA with developmental and relationship-based practices. The role guides clinical programming, partners with caregivers, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to support progress in everyday environments. The position is based in an inclusive, child-led after-school center environment. The Behavior Analyst supervises Behavior Therapists and supports children as they transition from school, decompress, play, build relationships, and participate in group activities. The role emphasizes caregiver partnership, developmentally appropriate goals, ethical practice, and clinical autonomy, with ongoing consultation and support from a Lead Behavior Analyst. The schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the center in Fishtown, Philadelphia (19122). Additional community-based daytime hours in Philadelphia and surrounding areas may be available. Flexible employment options include W-2 or 1099 engagement.
Requirements
- Current BCBA certification in good standing.
- State licensure as an LBS.
- Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field.
- Ability to pass required background checks and employment screenings.
- Strong communication skills and comfort collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to ethical, developmentally grounded, and family-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Guide clinical programming and oversee individualized care that is developmentally appropriate and responsive to each child’s needs.
- Supervise Behavior Therapists as they create natural opportunities for learning, connection, and skill-building.
- Support care goals through natural routines, play, and everyday interactions.
- Create a welcoming, non-masking environment where children can express themselves and engage at their own pace.
- Foster peer connections, social engagement, and meaningful participation in group activities.
- Support regulation and give children space to decompress after school.
- Encourage independence with daily living skills and transitions as appropriate.
- Guide the group through the daily schedule using supportive strategies such as visual cues, timers, and cleanup songs.
- Maintain awareness of all five children's locations and safety throughout sessions.
- Lead responses to and management of emergencies, prioritizing the safety and well-being of children and staff.
- Communicate with families and the team about progress, questions, and successes.
- Build collaborative relationships with families through clear communication and shared goals.
- Collaborate with teammates and leadership, contributing clinical insights and participating in clinical dialogue.
- Use reflection and feedback for professional growth while maintaining balance and sustainable practice.
Benefits
- Highly competitive wage.
- Flexible hours.
- Quarterly CEU opportunities aligned with best practice and early autism care.
- Health benefits, including vision and dental, for full-time W-2 employees.
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid sick leave (PSL) for W-2 employees.
- 401(k) with employer match for W-2 employees.
- Provider incentive program recognizing quality, consistency, and impact.
- Ongoing training and collaboration across clinical practice, parent coaching, and systems.
- Access to leadership and clinical resources.
- Weekly pay.
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Job Type
Part-time
