Behavior Specialist III

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

About The Position

As a Behavioral Specialist III, you will play a critical leadership role in transforming the lives of children and adolescents with complex emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric needs. In this advanced clinical position, you’ll provide expert assessment, hands-on treatment, and individualized behavioral instruction to help youth build essential skills in safety, emotional regulation, communication, and positive social engagement. Leveraging your advanced knowledge of applied behavior analysis, counseling, and/or social work, you’ll work with a high level of autonomy while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team. You’ll also serve as a mentor and clinical leader coaching, training, and supporting Behavioral Specialists I and II and other team members to ensure consistent, high-quality care. This role is ideal for experienced clinicians who are passionate about making a lasting impact, leading others, and shaping best practices in behavioral health treatment.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree psychology, social work, education, school psychology or a similar field of study - Required
At least four (4) years experience with direct care of children and adolescents with social, emotional and behavioral needs - Required
Knowledge of typical and atypical youth development and related areas.
Knowledge of child and adolescent psychopathology
Knowledge of therapy and psychological assessment with youth and families
Knowledge of Applied Behavioral Analysis and behavioral methodology and principles.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing in English.
Computer skills including familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
Ability to direct and motivate staff teams.
Critical analysis and problem solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with other health care team providers.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary behavioral rehabilitation specialist for assigned patients, collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary clinical team.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior modification goals and treatment protocols aligned with the master treatment plan.
Identify, define, track, and graph target behaviors and skill deficits to measure progress and treatment effectiveness.
Provide direct clinical care, including leading and co-leading therapeutic groups, social-emotional skills training, and daily program activities.
Coordinate treatment room operations and support daily scheduling to ensure consistent implementation of program systems and protocols.
Conduct patient assessments, orientations, and phone intake screenings, incorporating family and systems considerations into treatment planning.
Maintain timely, accurate documentation, including treatment protocols, progress notes, data summaries, and discharge reports.
Ensure a safe, structured therapeutic environment through close supervision, use of non-violent crisis intervention strategies, and oversight during restrictive procedures when necessary.
Mentor and support Behavioral Specialists I & II and Behavior Assistants through modeling, training, feedback, and coverage as needed.
Participate actively in clinical rounds, supervision, staff training, and program development to promote quality care, staff growth, and operational efficiency.