Job Description
The Licensed Behavior Consultant (LBS) provides mental health services to children/adolescents with mental health needs. They will collaborate with other team members (i.e. TSS/BHT, MT, other clinical and administrative staff), as well as parents and teachers in the child's community context. The LBC formulates individualized treatment plans, including a variety of individualized behavioral interventions, to address the areas of need identified in clients bio-psycho-social evaluations. The LBC provides consultation to TSS/BHT, MT, and other involved adults in the planning, design, and implementation of the treatment plan. Clinicians will have a rotating case load consisting of cases that need immediate attention and support as well as new cases in programs. All services are provided in Philadelphia County Monday to Friday, either 8 AM to 4 PM or 9 AM to 5 PM Essential Position Responsibilities: The LBC-ABA will work in collaboration with other providers to develop and implement a behavioral modification plan utilizing strengths-based and empathic methods LBC-ABA will implement empirically supported treatments for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. LBC-ABA will be involved in providing ongoing feedback regarding the continued need for such services, as a least restrictive level of care. The LBC-ABA will provide a minimum of 28 billable client hours per week. Services are provided in schools, home and other community settings. Update individualized treatment plan when necessary to make adjustments, changes or additions within an authorization period. Monitor implementation of behavior plan by Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs); monitor and provide feedback to BHT, teachers, and parents to ensure appropriate implementation of treatment plans. Complete Progress Monitoring Forms and other summaries to document clients progress toward treatment objectives. Qualifications: Experience and training working with children with Autism and their families Licensed Clinician (LSW, LMSW, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LSW, LBS, LCADC, CRNP or a professional whose scope of practice includes ABA) Masters Degree from an accredited university in an appropriate clinical mental health discipline Preferred experience and training in Functional Behavioral Assessment and VB-Mapp Full-time Benefits: Health/Dental Insurance Paid time off Retirement Plans Tuition Reimbursement Linke Resources is a search firm with an expertise in nonprofit executive search and outsourced recruitment across a variety of sectors, including behavioral and traditional healthcare, developmental disabilities, long-term care, and education. IND5