Licensed Behavioral Specialist/Behavior Health Technician - Heart & Soul ABA

Job Title: Licensed Behavioral Specialist/Behavior Health Technician 

Department/Function: ABA Individual Services

Reports to: Clinical Director

FLSA Classification: Full-time/Non-exempt

Location: Office, Home, School, Community

The Licensed Behavioral Specialist reports directly to the Clinical Director of ABA Services. The BHT-ABA/RBTs are assigned to the Licensed Behavioral Specialist caseload and will directly report to the BCBA of ABA services.

Summary/Objective

• Licensed Behavioral Specialist is responsible for monitoring the comprehensive/focused behavioral intervention services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental delays in communication skills, social skills, adaptive living skills, toleration skills, self-regulation skills, behavior reduction, and fine motor/gross motor. The Licensed Behavioral Specialist is ultimately responsible for supervision of ABA services to the children and families, as well as accurate record keeping of case notes and excellent communication. The Licensed Behavioral Specialist maintains a weekly billable caseload of service hours as directed by the Clinical Director of ABA Services. Active start date and continued employment as a Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS) with Heart & Soul ABA PLLC are based on the LBS availability and individual client’s need.

Essential Job Duties:

• Under the supervision of a PA Licensed BA, provide supervision to behavior technicians/RBTs. Supervision includes observing, modeling, coaching, taking data, providing feedback and making recommendations in accordance with the BACB guidelines 
• Work collaboratively with building staff to promote positive client behavior by providing professional development that targets research, strategies and modeling of instructional practices to support staff in their implementation of positive support.
• Conduct competencies on each behavior technician/RBT within the first 30 days of working with the client and monthly thereafter.
• Conduct regular parent training sessions with parents/caregivers/guardians on specific goals and taking appropriate data 
• Engage parents in the process of participating in creating behavior programs for clients in order to empower parents by providing them with skills and techniques to support the positive behavior development of their child. 
• Develop materials and provide resources for and provide professional development to administrators, educators, paraprofessionals and parents/guardians. 
• Attend IEP, eligibility, or other meetings as necessary and provide related behavioral information. 
• Conduct assessments and reassessments including skills assessments and FBA in accordance with insurance policies and regulations 
• Conducts functional behavior assessments, accurately identifying the function of challenging behavior and socially valid, pivotal behaviors to target. 
• Develops treatment plans that recommend individualized, evidence-based behavioral strategies in a format accessible to staff, family members, other professionals. 
• Conduct treatment planning sessions to monitor progress, analyze data, research evidence-based procedures and other appropriate activities 
• Coordinate care with primary care physicians, other professionals at least one time per authorization 
• Uphold the company mission and core values at all times 

• Under supervision of a PA Licensed BA, provide treatment that is in accordance with BACB’s guidelines, policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines set forth by Heart & Soul ABA PLLC

• Maintain a professional relationship with clients and providers 

• Attend and participate in meetings and professional development activities specified by Heart & Soul ABA PLLC

• Complete session notes in accordance with insurance guidelines 

• Submit all paperwork by deadlines as specified by Heart & Soul ABA PLLC

• Manage own schedule and caseload 
• Maintain the confidentiality of information including client records (HIPAA laws), personnel information and other relevant issues
• Communication regularly with Clinical Director regarding client’s progress, provider progress, and pertinent issues 
• Perform other duties as requested.

Technical:

• Able to work with technology systems (tablets, laptops, etc.)

• Able to utilize program management system (Theralytics)

• Interpersonal: 

• The candidate must exhibit excellent communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with staff, families, and professionals. 

• Must be able to model and implement behavior strategies to support staff and clients struggling with behavior. 

• Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. 

• Must have strong organizational skills. 

• Must be able to maintain positive relationships with staff, clients, and parents. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Supervisory Experience
• Must be a Licensed Behavioral Specialist by the Commonwealth of PA 
• Must hold a current PA License in the state of employment (if required) 
• Must pass background check upon hire and yearly thereafter as a condition of employment
• 3+ years experience working with children with developmental disabilities as a Licensed Behavioral Specialist (LBS)
• Excellent communication skills

Compensation: 

Hourly Rate: $28.00 per hour for BHT direct therapy 

Hourly Rate: $30.00 per hours LBS work 

Debra will initially begin with a 40-hr. direct therapy client per week. In addition to this responsibility Debra will be working on LBS task as needed, once H&S has created a caseload of 120 billable hours consistently (120 billable hours monthly for 90 days) then Debra will move into her LBS Supervisor Role, and this contract will be updated. 

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. 
• Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to see for purposes of reading laws and codes, rules and policies, and other printed matter and observing students. 
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal speech levels, in the English language. 
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Manage moderate to high stress levels. 
• Work fluctuates between a clinical, office and home environment. 
• Climate is normal; occasional adverse weather conditions. 
• Regular contact with parents, community members, and outside agency personnel. 
• Barriers: Incumbents may be exposed to contact with individuals displaying physically aggressive, self-abusive, or socially undesirable behavior. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, hours will fluctuate based on workload and client schedule. With potential to work Saturday. 

Travel

This position requires up to 75% travel.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• State Bureau of Professional and Occupational Licensing

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

• Criminal State Clearance
• FBI Clearance
• Child Abuse Clearance
• NSOR Clearance
• Act 24 Verification

Upon completion of the 90-day introductory period, benefits may include:

• PTO/Sick time
• Professional Development
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive pay

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Heart & Soul ABA PLLC does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, creed, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, age, gender, sexual orientation, or number of dependents. As part of the Heart & Soul ABA PLLC team, no provider or employee shall aid, coerce, or conspire to cause a termination or resignation of another employee because of illegal discriminatory factors. 

Heart & Soul ABA PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Please note that Heart & Soul ABA PLLC reserves the right to modify or eliminate benefits without notice. This offer of employment is contingent upon verification of the background information you provided in your application and the completion of a background investigation. Your employment with Heart & Soul ABA PLLC will not begin until the verification and background investigation processes are complete. This job description is not an employment contract. Employment with Heart & Soul ABA PLLC is at-will, and can be terminated by either party at will, at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.