Behavior Consultant

Positive Pathways Counseling and Consulting; Indiana; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Positive Pathways Counseling and Consulting in Indiana is seeking a Part-Time (Contract, 1099) Behavioral Support Specialist to provide services under HCBS. You will conduct FBAs, develop BSPs, and coach families in home and community settings.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, experience with BSPs, and the ability to travel to participant homes. If you thrive in collaborative teams and are committed to person-centered care, this position offers meaningful, flexible work

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, ABA, or another qualifying applied health service field.
• Experience developing and implementing Behavior Support Plans (BSPs).
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) through observation, interviews, record review, and data collection.
• Develop individualized Behavior Support Plans based on assessment results and person-centered goals.
• Develop positive, proactive strategies to increase appropriate behaviors and teach replacement skills.
• Monitor behavioral data and update plans as needs change.
• Provide behavioral consultation and support in home and community settings.
• Train and coach families, caregivers, direct support professionals, and other members of the individual’s support team.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with families, case managers, clinicians, and other providers.
• Use the least restrictive interventions appropriate to the individual’s needs and follow applicable human-rights requirements.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, progress notes, assessments, and service records.
• Report health and safety concerns, abuse, neglect, exploitation, and other required incidents.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, Indiana Medicaid FSSA/DDARS, and agency requirements.
• Participate in clinical supervision, consultation, and required continuing education.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Clinical documentation

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, ABA, or related field

Job description

CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time (Contract, 1099)

PURPOSE:

Provide behavioral support services to individuals receiving Indiana Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS).

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) through observation, interviews, record review, and data collection.
• Develop individualized Behavior Support Plans based on assessment results and person-centered goals.
• Develop positive, proactive strategies to increase appropriate behaviors and teach replacement skills.
• Monitor behavioral data and update plans as needs change.
• Provide behavioral consultation and support in home and community settings.
• Train and coach families, caregivers, direct support professionals, and other members of the individual’s support team.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with families, case managers, clinicians, and other providers.
• Use the least restrictive interventions appropriate to the individual’s needs and follow applicable human-rights requirements.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, progress notes, assessments, and service records.
• Report health and safety concerns, abuse, neglect, exploitation, and other required incidents.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, Indiana Medicaid FSSA/DDARS, and agency requirements.
• Participate in clinical supervision, consultation, and required continuing education.

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS:

• Strong communication, organization, and clinical documentation skills.
• Ability to meet all applicable Indiana Medicaid, FSSA, and DDARS credentialing and service requirements.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, applied behavior analysis (ABA), or another qualifying applied health service field.
• Experience developing and implementing Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) required.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to travel to participant homes and community locations.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, if required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with complex communication or behavioral needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate electronic and written records.
• After-school hour availability is preferred but not required.

This position is subject to applicable Indiana Medicaid, FSSA/DDARS, waiver, credentialing, documentation, training, and continuing-education requirements. Specific requirements may vary depending on the HCBS waiver and services provided.