Licensed Behavior Specialist-Martin Luther School at Gemma Services

At Martin Luther School, part of Gemma Services, we do school differently. 

We are an Approved Private School for students who benefit from emotional support, and we believe they deserve it all: challenge, opportunity, and the joy that comes from real learning. 

Here'S What Sets Us Apart:

• Strong academics that push students to grow and build confidence
• Creative electives and activities that spark curiosity and expression
• Competitive athletics that foster pride, teamwork, and resilience

We are an Approved Private School for students who benefit from emotional support, and we believe they deserve it all: challenge, opportunity, and the joy that comes from real learning. 

Here'S What Sets Us Apart:

• Strong academics that push students to grow and build confidence
• Creative electives and activities that spark curiosity and expression
• Competitive athletics that foster pride, teamwork, and resilience

All of this happens in a community that’s structured, caring, and truly committed to every student’s growth - academically, socially, and emotionally. 

Our mission is to instruct the mind, engage the heart, and empower the will. At MLS, students do not just get support, they get the kind of full, rich school experience that prepares them for life.

Martin Luther School at Gemma Services is currently seeking a Licensed Behavior Specialist.

General Responsibilities:

The Licensed Behavior Specialist or Registered Behavior Technician working towards a BCBA certification supports school staff addressing school maladaptive behavior and skill challenges

The specialist collaborates with staff and families to develop and implement functional Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP’s) and skill acquisition programs tailored to school settings

Duties include completing Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA’s) and initiating interventions when students are not adequately supported by Positive Behavior Support Systems (PBS), training staff and when applicable supporting families at home

Creates IEP goals and progress monitoring tools for skill based and behavioral objectives related to learning or behavioral challenges

Provides specialized programming for Tier 3 students, in school suspensions, or reintegration

Prepare date reports for individuals, classrooms, and school wide behavior trends related to identified challenges

Other related job responsibilities as needed

Education/Training:

• A master’s degree in psychology, education, or another related field
• Advanced coursework in ABA or experience with children in a school setting
• Licensed Behavior Specialist in the state of Pennsylvania required

Or

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) actively pursuing a BCBA certification

Top Skill(S):

• Experience conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA’s)
• Designing Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP’s)
• Ability to teach functional communication and social skills
• Staff training experience

Additional Competencies:

• Building inclusive school culture
• Data informed decision making
• Cross functional collaboration
• Student and family advocacy
• Feedback driven growth
• Ethical and professional conduct
• System and structure management
• Proficient in PC use and PBIS data systems (e.g., Educator’s handbook)

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years' related experience required
• Leadership and consulting roles preferred

Benefits Include:

• 3 health insurance plans included, one at no cost to the employee!
• 2 dental plans to choose from
• Educational assistance for professional development and Act 48/CEUs
• 403b retirement plan with organizational match
• Group Term Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• Short and Long-term Disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and Personal Holidays
• Funding for employee self-care activities

 If you are passionate about education, student advocacy, and admissions management, we invite you to apply and contribute to the success of MLS and the students we serve.

Come experience what it means to be part of a special education team!

Gemma is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.