BEHAVIOR CONSULTANT - BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES

LOGAN Community Resources, Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan (403b) with company-m

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health/Dental/Vision

Job summary

LOGAN Community Resources, Inc. is seeking a Behavior Consultant in Behavior Management Services to develop behavior support plans and provide training to staff and caregivers. The role emphasizes positive behavior support, data collection, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

The position includes duties to monitor plan efficacy, communicate with service providers, and participate in ongoing education. LOGAN offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology or another applied health service area of psychology OR related field.
• Experience in developing and conducting training; strong written/verbal communication.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as LMFT, LCSW, or LMHC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete functional analysis of targeted behaviors by direct observation, record review, and interviews.
• Develop and implement behavior support plans focused on positive behavior support.
• Provide training to individuals implementing the plan on required techniques and procedures.
• Submit billing and documentation per supervisor directives and contract requirements.
• Ensure budget needs are tracked and met; use electronic medical records for timely data entry.
• Prepare monthly written reviews on plan efficacy and share with the support team.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Training development

Documentation

Independent work

Tact and confidentiality

Strength for sessions

Education

Master’s Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Description

This position is eligible for:

Full-Time: Sign-on Bonus - $600 at 75 days and $600 at 1 year of employment.

Part-Time: Sign-on Bonus - $600 at 75 days and $600 at 1 year of employment.

Relocation assistance if moving from a minimum of a 50 miles radius.

WHO IS LOGAN?

LOGAN Community Resources is our full name but who are we? LOGAN is a non-profit organization with community impact in Michiana.

What does LOGAN do and why do we exist? LOGAN supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they and their families may achieve their desired quality of life.

What does LOGAN aspire to be? LOGAN envisions a community in which every individual, regardless of obstacles or challenges, is able to reach their full potential.

How do LOGAN employees do their jobs every day? LOGAN employees are dedicated to performing their duties with respect, kindness, honesty, loyalty, and quality in mind for LOGAN’s clients, staff, and the agency.

LOGAN offers a robust benefits package, which includes:

Accruing Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental/Orthodontia, and Vision plans

Rx Help Prescription Cost Assistance Program & KISx Card for optimal surgical procedures

403(B) Traditional and ROTH retirement plans – Company match of up to 3% after 1 year of service

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long-term disability and Reliance Standard Supplemental Insurance Plans (Short-term disability, critical illness, acceded, accidental death & dismemberment)

$15,000 company paid life insurance

Full time employees eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Employee-Referral incentive for qualifying positions

The Behavior Consultant in Behavior Management Services is responsible to develop behavior support plans for individuals that provide training, supervision, or assistance in appropriate expression of emotions, desires, compliance, assertiveness, and acquisition of socially appropriate behaviors and the reduction of behaviors that decrease quality of life, independence, and meaningful participation in the community.

Requirements

The Behavior Consultant in Behavior Management Services is responsible to develop behavior support plans for individuals that provide training, supervision, or assistance in appropriate expression of emotions, desires, compliance, assertiveness, and acquisition of socially appropriate behaviors and the reduction of behaviors that decrease quality of life, independence, and meaningful participation in the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions

• Complete functional analysis of targeted behaviors by directly observing the individual, reviewing records, and interviews with knowledgeable informants.
• Develop and implement behavior support plans focused on positive behavior support.
• Provide training to each person implementing the behavior support plan in the techniques and procedures required for implementing the plan.
• Submit billing and supporting documentation in a timely manner per supervisors’ directive and waiver/contract requirements
• Ensure budget needs are tracked and met
• Ability to use electronic medical records, and submit information in a timely manner
• Complete written monthly reviews regarding the efficacy of the behavior support plan and adjust as necessary.
• In a timely manner, share monthly reviews with the individual’s support team.
• Effectively communicate with additional service providers, case managers and other members of the individual’s support team regarding the well-being of individuals served.
• Respond in a timely and sensitive manner to all concerns and problems that arise.
• Adheres to all applicable policy and procedures in the implementation of the behavior support services
• Develops and maintains professional networks and relationships.
• Annually, obtains at least ten (10) continuing education hours related to the practice of behavior support.
• Duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities

• Supports the Mission, vision, and Values of LOGAN.
• Assists in promoting the health and safety of individuals served by LOGAN, visitors, and other staff.
• Serves as role model for individuals served and other staff.
• Serves as an advocate and protects the human rights of all individuals served at all times.
• Participates in training as required by supervisor.
• Facilitates professional growth by keeping current on new philosophy, research, technology, behavior strategies, etc.
• Serves on internal and external committees as assigned.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Must possess one of the following:
• Master’s Degree in:
• Clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology or another applied health service area of psychology
• Special education
• Social work
• Counseling
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Experience

• A minimum of two years’ experience providing behavior support to individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

• Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
• Ability to interact effectively with a variety of personalities, including clients, parents, families, guardians, and other providers.
• Experience in developing and conducting training
• Ability to sit & use computer keyboard
• Ability to kneel, bend, & reach repeatedly during a therapy session
• Ability to lift 50 pounds throughout sessions
• Ability to accurately interpret and consistently communicate policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgment.
• Requires a high degree of tact, honesty, confidentiality, maturity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to be creative in exploring new and innovative ideas.

CONTACT RESPONSIBILITY

Fulfilling the responsibilities of this job may result in contact with body fluids. LOGAN will provide training and offer Hepatitis B vaccination at no cost to the employee.