Licensed Behavior Consultant

Merakey•Philadelphia, PA

13d•$35 - $40•Remote

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Fee for Service Licensed Behavior Consultant to join their team supporting Philadelphia, PA. This role involves designing and directing the implementation of behavior modification intervention plans individualized to each child or adolescent and family needs. The Behavior Consultant identifies behavioral goals and intervention techniques and recommends non-aversive behavioral change methods. Merakey provides supervision for those working toward a BCBA licensure.

Requirements

Must have a master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field
Must hold an active license in PA as a LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LSW, LBS, or BCBA.
Must be able to provide 15 hours or more per week.

Nice To Haves

BCBA supervision available for those pursuing Board Certification in Behavior Analysis

Responsibilities

Serves as a consultant to the Mobile Therapist within the treatment team.
Provides assessment, program design, and monitoring, with limited direct therapy.
Maintains direct contact with the child and family.
Participates in team meetings regularly.
Acts as a consultant in special child-centered, family-focused meetings when behavioral issues or conflicts arise in other systems, such as schools (e.g., reviewing behavior paradigms to help the child remain in school).