Behavior Specialist (School-Based)

Job Description

Job Description

Behavior Specialist (LBS) - School Based

The Hope Centers is a premier provider of educational and therapeutic services for children with special needs. We are a model for excellence, a safe haven for students, and an outspoken advocate for those who need our support. Our committed and talented staff exude our core values of compassion, integrity, innovation, perseverance, and teamwork. Using a multidisciplinary approach of best practices, individual success will be celebrated and students’ lives will be improved.

WE WILL ALWAYS BE A SOURCE OF HOPE

WHO YOU ARE

You are an eager individual who is looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students by delivering high-quality support services to children and adolescents with developmental and behavioral challenges. This position focuses on conducting comprehensive behavioral assessments, developing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming, developing Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSPs), and implementing evidence-based interventions to improve student outcomes. The Behavior Specialist will collaborate closely with administration, teachers, support staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistency and generalization of behavioral strategies across environments. Additionally, the role involves training classroom staff to maintain fidelity to behavior protocols, programming, and PBSPs. Ultimately, the Behavior Specialist contributes to advancing the mission of our educational services by promoting positive behavioral change and enhancing the quality of life for our students and their families.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Conduct assessments (e.g., VB-MAPP) and develop applied behavior analysis (ABA) programming.

• Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and analyze data to identify behavioral patterns and needs.

• Develop, implement, and monitor positive behavior support plans (PBSPs) tailored to each student’s unique needs.

• Provide feedback, modeling, and training to classroom staff to ensure effective behavior support delivery.

• Conduct behavior programming and positive behavior support plan (PBSP) fidelity checks

• Collect, graph, and analyze behavioral data to support programming adjustments

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student progress, individualized education programs (IEPs), and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress and adjust programming and promote generalization of skills, as necessary.

• Stay current with best practices and emerging research in applied behavior analysis (ABA) and related fields.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Qualifications

• Behavior Specialist License (required)

• Meets key RBT Competencies

• Master’s Degree

• Experience with ABA, VB-MAPP, behavior modification, behavior intervention, and skills assessments

• Experience working with individuals with developmental delays

Clearances & Training Required

• Act 33 PA Child Abuse History Clearance

• Act 34 PA State Criminal History Clearance

• Act 114 FBI Clearance issued by the Dept of Education

• Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training Certificate

• Act 168 from Previous Employers where you came into contact with children

• CPR/First Aid

• TB/Physical

WHAT WE OFFER

• Consistent, Work-Life-Friendly Schedule - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• Competitive Pay Rate

• Health Insurance - With employer contribution

• Dental and Vision Insurance - 100% by employer paid

• Paid Time Off

• Company Sponsored 401(k)

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Discount Market

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy

The Hope Center is committed to maintaining fair and equitable employment practices in compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements. All employment policies, procedures, and practices shall be designed to ensure equal opportunity, prohibit discrimination and retaliation, and promote an inclusive workplace.

Policy Statement

The Hope Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. Employment decisions will be based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, consistent with all applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Protected Characteristics

No person shall be discriminated against, harassed, or retaliated against on the basis of:

• Race (including hair type, hair texture, or hair style)

• Color

• Religious creed (including observance, practice and belief)

• Disability (physical, intellectual, developmental, or mental health)

• Ancestry or national origin

• Age (40 and over)

• Sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation

• Genetic information

• Veteran or military status

• Familial or martial status

• Or any other characteristic protected under applicable law

Scope of Policy

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to:

• Recruitment, hiring, and job advertisements

• Assignments, classifications, and promotions

• Compensation, benefits, and training

• Transfers, discipline, and termination

• Discipline and termination

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would cause undue hardship

• Protection for retaliation for good-faith reports or participation in investigations

Enforcement & Reporting

Managers, supervisors, and employees share responsibility for upholding this policy. Any person who believes that have been subject to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation should report the matter through established grievance or HR reporting process. The Hope Center shall investigate promptly and take appropriate corrective action. No individual will be retaliated against for making a good-faith complaint or participating in an investigation.