Behavior Consultant

Merakey • Armagh Township, PA

40d • $30 - $35

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an
extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We
are seeking a fee for service Behavior Consultant to join our team in our
Children's Services program in Lewistown, PA.

Schedule: Fee for service; Flexible schedule based on caseload.

Earn $30-$35/hour based on education, experience, and licensure.

Position Details

The Behavior Consultant collaborates with members of the treatment team to
design, implement, and oversee individualized behavior intervention plans for
children, adolescents, and their families. This role focuses on assessment,
program development, and progress monitoring rather than direct therapy. The
Behavior Consultant identifies behavioral goals, recommends non‑aversive
intervention strategies, and provides consultation to Mobile Therapists and
other team members as needed. The consultant also participates in team meetings
and may support child‑centered, family‑focused discussions with outside systems
such as schools to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

• Licensed as a Behavior Specialist in Pennsylvania.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential.
• Graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 1 year full-time experience providing mental health direct services to children-21 years of age, AND a graduate degree in psychology, social work, education, or counseling from an accredited college or university.
• Completed a clinical or mental health direct service practicum AND a graduate degree in psychology, social work, education, counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university OR
• If working with individuals with autism, must be licensed in PA as a psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, clinical social worker, social worker, behavior specialist, or certified registered nurse practitioner AS WELL AS one of the above.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee individualized behavior intervention plans, including goal setting and selection of evidence‑based, non‑aversive strategies.
• Collaborate with Mobile Therapists and treatment team members, providing expert consultation and support throughout the treatment process.
• Conduct behavioral assessments and monitor progress, adjusting interventions as needed to ensure effective outcomes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and family‑focused consultations, including school‑based or community meetings when behavioral guidance is required.

Benefits

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (not a substitute for major medical insurance).
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter).
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level