LICENSED BEHAVIOR SPECIALIST (LBS) JOB HIGHLIGHTSRole: Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS)Location: Northeast Philadelphia (zip codes 19111, 19114, 19115, 19116, and 19154)Schedule: Full-TimeAvailable Monday through Friday from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm with availability to work at least two evenings per weekLife/Work Balance: Caseloads are deliberately kept at a manageable level. We offer the opportunity for quarterly bonuses if increased billable hours are desired.Licensed Behavior Specialists at Potential Inc. supervise client cases throughout Northeast Philadelphia to ensure the highly effective implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services while providing support to clinicians working one-on-one with clients and students across a variety of settings. This is a managerial position with direct reports.Potential is a non-profit Autism service organization that works passionately to make meaningful changes in the lives of our clients. Rooted in the belief that every individual with Autism has the potential for a fulfilling life, we employ evidence-based treatments and a committed support network to help children and adults gain the skills they need to learn and succeed. Joining us means becoming part of a team that values and practices respect, compassion, teamwork, and integrity. We offer the perks of a big business with the close-knit feel of a small company. Our team appreciates the values we uphold, collaborations fostered, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. WHY CHOOSE POTENTIAL?Work/life balance is important to us. Caseloads are deliberately kept at a manageable level. We offer the opportunity for quarterly bonuses if increased billable hours are desired.We're committed to your growth and success. We offer career development opportunities including unparalleled training (we're an Authorized Continuing Education [ACE] provider), collaboration with industry leaders including Greg Hanley, Ph.D., opportunities to attend and present regional and national conferences, opportunities to collaborate within and across disciplines, annual performance evaluations and salary increases, and advancement opportunities.We offer the benefits of a big business with the feel of a small company. Benefits include paid time off and paid holidays, medical package (health/dental/vision), basic and voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, AFLAC, pet insurance, applications such as ZayZoon & FinFit, tuition discounts at partner schools, an employee assistance program, an employee referral program, and a 403b retirement savings plan and more.Responsibilities
- Develop and oversee treatment programs, including behavior and skill acquisition programs.
- Train and supervise staff in the implementation of programs and skill acquisition.
- Conduct assessments, including functional analysis.
- Observe clients and staff across settings.
- Participate in professional development activities (supervise RBTs, maintain LBS certification and state requirements for licensure).
- Conduct new client intakes.
- Collaborate with families and other providers (i.e. wraparound, doctors, schools, and insurance companies).
- Promote a culture/climate of open communication and collaboration.
- Share accountability for operations and delivery of quality programs and services.
Job Requirements
- Active Behavior Specialist License (LBS)
- Available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm with availability to work at least two evenings per week
- Commutable across Northeast Philadelphia (zip codes 19111, 19114, 19115, 19116, 19154)
- Comfortable working with clients aged 2 - 18 across settings (school, community, home, etc.)
Potential believes that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunities. We follow state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.