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Behavioral Consultant ABA (BCBA / BC-ABA)
Location: Altoona, PA | Community-Based
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $43.00 per billable hour
Population: Children and adolescents, ages 2–21
Work Setting: Community-based with hybrid/remote flexibility based on client needs
Make a Difference Through Applied Behavior Analysis
Are you a BCBA, BC-ABA, or behavior professional with strong ABA experience looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families?
Clarvida is seeking a Behavioral Consultant ABA to join our Pennsylvania team in Altoona. This is a clinically focused role supporting children and adolescents ages 2–21 through individualized, evidence-based behavioral interventions.
You will work directly with clients and families while collaborating with schools, educators, and other providers to develop and monitor individualized treatment plans. This position offers the opportunity to use your ABA expertise in a community-based setting, with flexibility that may include hybrid or remote work based on client needs.
About Clarvida
Clarvida is a behavioral health organization providing mental health, substance use, and supportive services to individuals, children, families, and communities.
Our teams use person-centered and trauma-informed approaches to help individuals build skills, strengthen relationships, and achieve greater stability and independence.
In this role, you will be part of a team dedicated to helping children and youth develop meaningful skills and achieve their treatment goals in the environments where they live, learn, and grow.
What You'll Do
As a Behavioral Consultant ABA, you will provide clinical oversight and ABA-informed services while partnering closely with families and other professionals.
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct behavioral assessments and observe clients to identify target behaviors and areas of need
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Treatment Plans (ITPs)
- Identify appropriate behavioral goals and evidence-based interventions
- Develop ABA-aligned strategies and interventions consistent with applicable clinical requirements
- Monitor client progress and modify treatment strategies as appropriate
- Collaborate with parents, caregivers, educators, schools, and other service providers
- Provide clinical guidance and oversight to support effective implementation of treatment plans
- Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timelines
- Participate in treatment planning meetings and communicate regularly with the treatment team
- Support families in implementing behavioral strategies across home, school, and community environments
What We're Looking For
Qualified applicants may meet the Behavioral Consultant–Applied Behavior Analysis (BC-ABA) requirements through one of several professional and educational pathways.
Applicants should have a qualifying Pennsylvania professional license or certification and meet one of the following ABA qualifications:
- BCBA or other graduate-level certification in behavior analysis, OR
- BCaBA or other undergraduate-level certification, OR
- At least 1 year of full-time ABA experience plus 12 college/university credits in ABA, OR
- At least 1 year of full-time ABA experience under the supervision of a BCBA or other graduate-level behavior analysis professional plus at least 40 hours of ABA-related training, OR
- Pennsylvania psychologist licensure plus at least 1 year of full-time ABA experience and 40 hours of ABA-related training
Qualifying Pennsylvania professional licenses may include:
- Psychologist
- Professional Counselor
- Marriage and Family Therapist
- Clinical Social Worker
- Social Worker
- Behavior Specialist
- Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
- Other professional license with a scope of practice that permits oversight of ABA services
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to obtain/pass required Pennsylvania Criminal, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances
- Strong clinical documentation and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with families and interdisciplinary teams
- Commitment to providing quality, ethical, and individualized behavioral services
Why Join Clarvida?
This position is a great opportunity for a behavior analyst or ABA professional who wants to move beyond a traditional clinical setting and have a direct impact in the homes, schools, and communities where children spend their everyday lives.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Work with children and youth ages 2–21
- Apply ABA principles in real-world environments
- Partner directly with families and caregivers
- Collaborate with schools and interdisciplinary providers
- Develop individualized treatment strategies
- See the impact of your clinical work in the client's everyday environment
- Continue developing your clinical skills through training and professional development
Compensation & Benefits
$43.00 per billable hour - pay increases with LBS licensure and based on experience
Full-time employees may be eligible for:
- Wellness Time
- Paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- DailyPay – access earned wages before payday*
- Training and professional development
- CEUs to support ongoing licensure and professional development
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are passionate about ABA, clinical collaboration, and helping children and families build meaningful skills, Clarvida would love to hear from you.
Join a team where your expertise can help children and youth make progress at home, in school, and throughout their communities.
Pay: $43.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $43