Licensed Behavior Specialist

What will it take for us to bring you on as an LBS with StepOne? Let's talk!

We are a growing ABA provider with new cases in home/school/community and we'd love for you to join our team of compassionate and dedicated clinicians.

Bring us your salary negotiations, schedule preferences, or anything else that it will take to win you! We believe in meeting our clinicians' needs because we value the work that you do.

StepOne is dedicated to empowering individuals with autism through comprehensive behavioral health services that embrace a whole-child approach. At StepOne, our mission is to build a more inclusive and compassionate world where people with autism can flourish. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you will design and oversee individualized treatment plans that help children with autism reach their full potential while coaching and supporting staff to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.

Why StepOne?

• Focus on younger learners (average age of 2-6 years old)
• Low aggression caseloads - we are a hands-off company!
• Flexible scheduling (full-time and part-time options)
• Guaranteed salary based on 25 billable hours
• $75/hour bonus for anything above 25 billable hours
• Clinical Autonomy
• We retain our RBTs which means more time supporting our kids
• State of the art tech and gamified learning tools
• Strong emphasis on clinical support and professional growth

Responsibilities

Clinical Oversight

• Develop and supervise the delivery of client-focused ABA autism therapy treatment plans and programs
• Full-time, Salaried LBSs: Maintain 25 billable hours per week (105 per month); billables beyond this salaried monthly expectation are rewarded with a monthly incentive bonus plan for their efforts
• Hourly LBSs: Maintain a 75% billable hour ratio for weekly hours
• Ensure a high level of quality of care for clients
• Steward the mission, vision, values and beliefs of StepOne with all interactions in role.

Assessment, Treatment Planning, Progress Monitoring, and Compliance

• Complete evidence-based assessments, reassessments, and report results per deadlines
• Assess the client and family’s strengths, needs, abilities, preferences and goals
• Consult with clients and provide continuous program direction and maintenance
• Review, monitor, and evaluate treatment integrity of clinical team to ensure optimal implementation of treatment protocols
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans (ITPs) based on assessment results and best practices in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Assess effectiveness of treatment plans and performance of Technicians
• Collect, analyze, and interpret behavioral data to track progress and modify interventions as needed
• Regularly update treatment plans and goals based on progress of clients and ensure interventions are effective, demonstrated by client progress and skill acquisition
• Supervise delivery of therapy in mutually agreed upon environments such as clinic, home, school, and/or community based on the client’s needs

Staff Supervision and Compliance

• Provide direct and indirect supervision to Technician staff, ensuring fidelity of program implementation.
• Train and support Technician staff in effective intervention techniques, data collection, and client interaction.
• Conduct regular supervisions to discuss client progress, troubleshoot challenges, and modify intervention strategies with staff in compliance with state regulations.
• Oversee Technician staff, ensuring the client and family experience is high quality and reflective of StepOne standards and principles
• Review Technician staff session notes and coach staff on any adjustments needed to ensure quality documentation.

Collaboration and Communication

• Serve as a point-of-contact and coordinator for team meetings involving Technicians, healthcare professionals, clients, and caregivers
• Actively participate in regular clinical meetings, as needed
• Engage caregivers and facilitate skill transfer in a manner most appropriate for the care of the client
• Lead client meetings to provide guidance and training to caregivers

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, or related field
• Valid LBS in PA
• Demonstrated ABA experience as an LBS with supervisory roles preferred
• Experience with assessment and report writing experience
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with staff and families, collaborative, and team-oriented
• Compassionate, empathic, and caring with a great determination to succeed
• Interest in technical innovations being applied to behavior therapy

Work Environment

This role requires the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing – including frequent talking, hearing, writing, typing, reading, and significant comprehension. This role assists with working with young children that will regularly require moving quickly, crouching, and sitting on the floor. The employee frequently is also required to sit, stand, walk briskly, use hands, and reach with arms/hands. Regular and consistent attendance required.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Competitive Pay: Regular raises and monthly incentive bonuses for salaried roles.
• Insurance Options: Health, dental, vision, pre-tax health savings account (HSA), Short-term disability, Life, Critical Illness, Accident. Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Retirement: 401K. Strong employer match. Easy-to-use administration. Advisor support.
• Education Benefits: Tuition discounts from university partners for employees and their families. Free CEUs.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of PTO (Sick, Vacation, Personal) accrued as you work.
• Holidays: 7 Paid holidays annually.
• Bonuses: Monthly Incentive Bonuses of $75/hour per bonus hour. 
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: $500 - $3,000 per qualifying hire
• Advancement: Defined promotion paths for BCBAs with a growing organization; currently adding new locations and growth opportunities!
• Fun: Gamified learning tools for clients, designed by BCBAs for BCBAs, to enhance their client’s success.
• Investment in Staff: Dedicated Practicum department ensuring Technicians and BC-ABAs are prepared to test for the BCBA exam and receive practical, hands-on experience that prepares them well for the BCBA role.

StepOne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, military service or protected veteran status, citizenship, disability, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.