Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) Recruiter

The Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) Recruiter is a specialized Human Resources professional responsible for sourcing, recruiting, and hiring qualified Licensed Behavior Analysts to support ABA therapy service delivery. This role goes beyond traditional recruitment; the LBA Recruiter serves as the primary HR partner, managing the full LBA lifecycle, from initial sourcing through credentialing, facilitation of Medicaid partnerships, and ongoing accreditation maintenance.

The LBA Recruiter works closely with BCBAs seeking LBA licensure, guides them through the accreditation process in partnership with LTE Care Plus, and ensures that all active LBAs maintain current credentials and Medicaid enrollment. This role requires a strong understanding of ABA licensure requirements in New York, Medicaid provider enrollment processes, and HRIS administration. The LBA Recruiter reports directly to the HR Director.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

LBA Sourcing, Recruitment & Hiring

Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies to identify and attract qualified Licensed Behavior Analysts across NYC, Long Island, and Westchester County

Post and manage LBA job listings across relevant professional platforms, ABA networks, university partnerships, and licensure boards

Conduct initial outreach and screening calls to assess candidate qualifications, licensure status, and availability

Coordinate and facilitate the interview process in collaboration with the HR Director and clinical leadership

Extend offers and manage pre-hire documentation in accordance with LTE Care Plus HR policies

Maintain an active and sufficient LBA candidate pipeline to meet organizational service delivery needs without a gap

LBA Accreditation Support (BCBA to LBA Pathway)

Serve as the primary HR point of contact for BCBAs pursuing LBA licensure in New York State

Guide BCBA candidates through the LBA application and licensure process, including required documentation, application submission, and timeline expectations

Coordinate with the HR Director and clinical leadership to structure the organizational support provides to BCBAs seeking LBA accreditation

Track each BCBA's accreditation progress and maintain documentation of all steps completed

Ensure LBAs-in-process are not assigned to billable clinical roles until full licensure is confirmed

Medicaid Partnership Facilitation

Facilitate the Medicaid provider enrollment process for all incoming LBAs in partnership

Collect and submit all required documentation for Medicaid enrollment on behalf of newly hired LBAs

Track enrollment application status and follow up with Medicaid authorities or the LBA as needed to resolve delays

Maintain a complete record of each LBA's Medicaid enrollment status, effective dates, and provider identification numbers in the HRIS

Communicate enrollment timelines clearly to clinical operations to prevent unauthorized service delivery before enrollment confirmation

Escalate any enrollment denials, revalidations, or compliance issues to the HR Director immediately

Accreditation & Credential Maintenance