Licensed Behavior Specialist

Safro Staffing & Consulting • Warminster, PA

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About The Position

The Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS) supervises client cases to ensure the effective implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. This role provides clinical and programmatic support to staff delivering one-on-one services to clients/students across home, school, clinic, and community settings. This is a managerial-level position with direct reports .

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in: Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Child Development, Or related field
• Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) required
• Active Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS) credential (required)
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance
• Ability to travel locally throughout the workday
• State Child Abuse and Criminal History Clearances (no record)
• Empathetic and supportive approach to client care
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective time management and multitasking ability
• Attention to detail
• Ability to build professional relationships with clients and families
• Ability to work under general supervision
• Strong initiative and problem-solving skills
• Ethical, dependable, and trustworthy
• Proficiency with clinical software systems (e.g., NaviNet, CentralReach, SharePoint)
• Experience administering and interpreting assessment tools such as: VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, Or similar tools
• Familiarity with best practices in ASD and Special Education

Responsibilities

• Clinical Program Oversight
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment programs, including behavior reduction and skill acquisition plans
• Supervise, train, and guide staff in the implementation of clinical programming
• Develop effective reinforcement systems
• Meet or exceed billable hour expectations based on assigned caseload and regional needs
• Assessments & Documentation
• Conduct clinical assessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
• Design, manage, and interpret data collection systems
• Create and maintain progress reports
• Ensure client safety and confidentiality
• Supervision & Training
• Observe clients and staff across service settings
• Provide in-service trainings and seminars
• Provide daily onsite supervision of staff and client programs in home and community settings
• Train families to implement behavior support plans
• Provide supervision to RBTs and clinical staff
• Must be able to work at least two evenings per week and serve as LBS on duty as needed
• Collaboration & Leadership
• Participate in professional development activities
• Support staff in delivering high-quality clinical services
• Participate as a member of the management team
• Conduct new client intakes
• Collaborate with families and external providers (e.g., schools, physicians, wraparound services)
• Communicate with insurance companies regarding client progress and authorization
• Operational Support
• Promote a culture of collaboration and accountability
• Establish and maintain productive professional relationships
• Facilitate open communication across departments
• Support adherence to professional and organizational standards
• Reinforce timely performance management with direct reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager