Behavior Consultant

Behavior Consultant NBBIS La Porte, IN 46350 $45

• $60 an hour $45
• $60 an hour New Beginnings Behavior Intervention Services is a Medicaid waiver provider through Indiana's Home
• and Community-Based Services Waivers.

We also provide self-pay customer behavioral supports. We are hiring independent contractors to provide Behavioral Support Services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We use a person-centered, inclusive, and trauma-responsive approach to helping clients and families meet behavior reduction and skill-building goals. We are currently looking for Behavior Consultants in northern Indiana counties, including St. Joseph, La Porte, Elkhart, and Marshall counties. We are especially seeking applicants available in the Mishawaka/South Bend and Elkhart areas. Our work environment and benefits include: Flexible working hours; Growth and collaboration opportunities; Work-from-home days; Autonomy to create your preferred caseload; No minimum billable hour requirement; State-wide behavioral organization membership with continuing education opportunities.

Responsibilities:

Provide consultation and behavioral support to individuals of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in their homes and community. Conduct and write Functional Behavior Assessments and write Behavior Support Plans tailored to each client's unique needs. Implement evidence-based strategies and interventions to address specific needs and goals. Conduct data collection and analysis to assess progress and effectiveness of interventions and write reports of progress on a quarterly basis. Monitor and adjust FBAs and BSPs based upon ongoing assessment and feedback. Collaborate with other professionals, such as special education teachers, OTs, SLPs, and ABA providers, to develop individualized plans. Provide training and coaching to parents, caregivers, and other support staff. Adhere to all

BDS/DDARS

guidelines and the 460 IAC Section 6 in delivery of services.

Degree and Background Requirements:

Master's degree required in Psychology, Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field; or Health Service Provider in Psychology (HSPP). State and county limited criminal histories free of felonies and any convictions related to abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation. Negative TB test results. Proof of liability insurance before working with first client. Valid CPR certification before working with first client.

Experience Requirements:

Experience working with children or adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Knowledge of behavioral therapy techniques and strategies. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Ability to work independently of coworkers and collaboratively as part of client teams.

Preferred Additional Experience:

Experience with conducting and/or writing Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Support Plans. Previous experience providing Waiver behavioral support services or BCBA certification.

Job Types:

Contract/1099, Part-time Contract/1099,

Full-time Work Locations:

In-person Work-from-home Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The contractor may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by company or mandated by

BDS/DDARS.

Pay:

$45.00

• $60.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Do you currently have a master's or higher degree in a psychology concentration, social work, special education, or a related field?

Work Location:

In person