The Hope Learning Center LLC·Mars, Pennsylvania
The Behavior Specialist conducts comprehensive behavioral assessments and develops ABA programming and Positive Behavior Support Plans for students. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and train classroom staff to ensure the effective implementation of behavioral strategies.
Full Time | School-Based Mars, PA, US
Salary Range: Competitive; commensurate with experience
Behavior consultant (Behavior specialist - Lbs) – mars, pa
Hope is a premier provider of educational and therapeutic services for children with special needs throughout the North Pittsburgh region. We are a model of excellence, a safe haven for students, and a steady advocate for families who need our support.
Guided by compassion, integrity, innovation, perseverance, and teamwork, our multidisciplinary team takes a best-practices approach to helping every student succeed.
We will always be a source of hope.
Why join hope?
At Hope, we know that exceptional clinicians have choices. That's why we are committed to creating a workplace where professionals feel supported, valued, and empowered to make a meaningful difference.
A school-based schedule that supports work-life balance —
Enjoy a predictable
Monday-Friday, 8:00
AM - 4:00 PM schedule aligned with the school calendar, with no evening, weekend, or holiday shifts.
A collaborative environment — Work alongside educators, therapists, psychologists, administrators, and other professionals who share a passion for helping students succeed.
A beautiful campus setting — Enjoy working on our 30-acre wooded campus in Mars, PA, offering a peaceful and inspiring environment unlike a traditional school setting.
Clinical support and collaboration — Work closely with experienced BCBAs, school leadership, and multidisciplinary teams while building your skills and making a meaningful impact.
Professional growth opportunities — Continue developing your skills through training, collaboration, and opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge.
A team that cares — Be part of an organization where relationships, teamwork, and compassion are at the center of everything we do.
Competitive benefits — Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement savings opportunities, and additional employee benefits.
As a Behavior Consultant (Behavior Specialist – LBS) at our Mars campus, you'll provide individualized behavioral assessment, intervention, and consultation services that help students develop meaningful skills and achieve greater success in the classroom.
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, administrators, families, and other professionals, you'll develop and implement evidence-based behavior supports while helping staff confidently carry out interventions with consistency and fidelity.
If you're passionate about Applied Behavior Analysis, enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and want to make a lasting difference in the lives of students, we'd love to meet you.
Conduct behavioral assessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and VB-MAPP evaluations, to identify student strengths and areas of need. Develop individualized ABA programming and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs) based on assessment results and student goals.
Monitor and adjust behavior programming using ongoing data analysis to ensure interventions remain effective and aligned with student progress. Support implementation of individualized behavioral strategies across educational settings.
Partner with teachers, therapists, administrators, support staff, and families to promote consistency across environments and ensure behavior supports are effectively implemented to maximize student success.
Provide feedback, modeling, and training to classroom staff on behavior intervention strategies, PBSP implementation, and ABA programming to maintain treatment fidelity and promote positive student outcomes.
Maintain documentation & compliance
Collect, graph, and analyze behavioral data while maintaining accurate documentation related to IEP goals, behavioral programming, student progress, and regulatory requirements.
Stay current with best practices and emerging research in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), positive behavior supports, and educational programming to continually enhance clinical services.
If you're looking for more than just your next position — if you're looking for a place where your expertise is valued, collaboration is encouraged, and your work changes lives — we invite you to apply.
Join Hope and help us continue to be a source of hope for the students and families we serve.
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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.
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.
Scope of Policy
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.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree and a Behavior Specialist License, along with experience in ABA and VB-MAPP. Required clearances include PA Child Abuse, State Criminal, and FBI background checks, as well as CPR/First Aid certification.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, Behavior Consultant roles are commonly tied to school-based and clinical behavioral support needs, so candidates with ABA and VB-MAPP experience are often competitive. This role is especially selective because it requires a master’s degree, a Behavior Specialist License, and clearances such as PA Child Abuse, State Criminal, FBI checks, plus CPR/First Aid certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and clearance status before applying.
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