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Behavior Specialist

Therapy Spot$35–$55/hrPhiladelphia, PAFull timePosted 4d agoStill open, checked every night

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About the job

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time Behavior Specialist . Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to improve the lives of students through exceptional occupational therapy? If so, this may be the position for you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
  • 401K with company matching

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or a related human services field.
  • Minimum of two years of ABA service delivery, including experience conducting FBAs and developing PBSPs and conducting staff training.
  • Minimum of two years working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or emotional or behavioral disorders.
  • Strong knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and positive behavior supports
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Every state requires all BCBA's to have a state license. If you do not have a license for a specific state, the licensing team at PDS will help you through the process!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BCBA

As a BCBA you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children. Setting them up for success both in the school setting and beyond is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career!

You will provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, and writing reports, you determine their strengths and areas of concern in Behavioral Intervention. You will also supervise and train RBTs and others who implement behavior-analytic interventions.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this BCBA position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including BCBA's and speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS , we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS , we make that happen.

For every clinician that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.

From Therapy Spot's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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