Behavior Consultant

This position is responsible for providing behavioral support services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

N/A

Exempt

This position is responsible for providing behavioral support services for individuals with developmental disabilities, which includes:

• Complete comprehensive assessments
• Develop positive behavioral support plans
• Provide training to individuals, families, direct support staff and other Individualized Support Team (IST) members
• Responsible for ensuring that all behavior support services identified and agreed upon by the client's team are delivered in a timely and effective manner and in accordance with all applicable internal and external regulations
• Utilize state-approved templates
• Complete all required documentation within state mandated timelines
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

• Behavioral Competence:
  Extensive knowledge of human development, learning theories and behavioral principles.
• Assessment and Data Analysis:
  Ability to conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs), collect, interpret, and use data or graphs to track progress and modify Behavior plans.
• Understanding professional codes of conduct, privacy laws, and health regulations.
• Apply time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication, along with active listening skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and build positive working relationships with others.
• Sound problem-solving skills with adaptability to changing situations.
• Demonstrated empathy, patience, and understanding when working with others.

• Require a Master's Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), or other related majors.
• Prefer previous experience in a human services field and/or experience with individuals with disabilities
• A minimum of 2 years of experience providing behavior support services preferred, but not required

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Be able to lift boxes, etc. not weighing more than 50lbs