Behavior Consultant - Marion County/Hendricks County

About the role

The Behavior Consultant works in collaboration with other members of the treatment team, designing and directing the implementation of a behavior intervention plan tailored to each individual and their family needs and daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Identifies behavioral goals and intervention techniques, recommending behavioral change methods.
• Provides staff training and designs data collection formats.
• Serves as a resource to staff, parents, and providers.
• Attends quarterly and annual meetings related to consumer needs.
• Collaborates with support staff to assess skill areas and behavior challenges; conducts Functional Analysis Assessments.
• Develops and implements effective Behavioral Intervention Plans, including data collection and program development.
• Maintains regular communication and on-site support to individuals and staff.
• Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Attends Quarterly, Annual, and Emergency meetings as necessary.
• Provides consultation to providers, families, and the community regarding behavior management techniques.
• Communicates with staff, administrators, outside agencies, and parents to coordinate activities, exchange information, and resolve issues.
• Provides input for the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Individual Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Reviews data collection, prepares reports, and recommends changes as needed.
• Maintains all required documentation and needed data.
• Maintains accurate time/billing records and submits them as supervisor requests.
• Maintains open communication with funding sources, other service providers, state/federal agencies, families/care providers, and significant others.
• Affirms the satisfaction of consumers and their families with service providers.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology, school psychology, or another applied health service area of psychology; Special Education; Social Work or Counseling required.
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist; licensed clinical social worker or licensed mental health counselor.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities desired.
• Demonstration of excellent oral and written skills.
• Must be able to keep accurate documentation.
• Valid Indiana driver’s license and effective transportation.

Unconventional working hours

Example: 4:00p-6:30p