Behavior Specialist Consultant; BSC)

At Above Expectations, we believe support is more than a service — it’s a relationship built on dignity, compassion, and possibility. We provide person-centered residential services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Delaware, helping each person build independence, meaningful connections, and a life they’re proud of. Our team celebrates small wins, creates big opportunities, and shows up every day ready to make a difference.

If you’re passionate about helping others, thrive in a purpose-driven environment, and want your work to truly matter, you’ll feel at home here. At Above Expectations, every role has impact, every voice is valued, and every day is a chance to serve with heart.

At Above Expectations, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. We provide residential services and individualized support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, empowering them to build independence, exercise their rights, and reach their fullest potential.

As a Behavior Specialist Consultant, you'll play a vital role in developing and implementing individualized behavioral support strategies that promote personal growth, independence, and overall quality of life. You'll work collaboratively with direct support staff, leadership, and other professionals to create positive, lasting outcomes for the individuals we serve.

This is an opportunity to put your expertise into action while being part of a mission-driven organization that values safety, respect, connection, and integrity.

In this role, you'll combine your knowledge of behavioral interventions with a compassionate, person-centered approach to help individuals achieve meaningful progress.

• Develop Individualized Support Strategies: Design, implement, and evaluate positive behavior intervention programs that encourage skill development, independence, and positive behavioral outcomes.
• Assess Behavioral Needs: Conduct observations, analyze behavioral data, and collaborate with team members to identify behavioral patterns, individual needs, and effective intervention strategies.
• Empower and Educate Staff: Provide training, coaching, and guidance to Direct Support Professionals and other team members on positive behavioral interventions, Mandt techniques, and effective support strategies.
• Monitor Progress and Outcomes: Evaluate the effectiveness of behavioral support programs, maintain accurate documentation, and make adjustments to promote continued success.
• Promote Safety and Well-Being: Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support when necessary, utilizing safe, respectful, and person-centered approaches.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Teams: Work closely with psychologists, psychiatrists, speech-language pathologists, and other professionals to ensure coordinated, comprehensive support.
• Support Quality and Compliance: Ensure behavioral programs meet applicable regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and best practices.
• Monitor Behavioral and Medication-Related Changes: Observe and document behavioral changes, including potential effects of psychoactive medications, and communicate relevant concerns to appropriate team members.

You're a compassionate, resourceful, and motivated professional who believes that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and understanding. You approach challenges with patience, creativity, and a solutions-focused mindset.

You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy empowering others through education…