Behavior Consultant - Collaborative Achievement Team

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services Inc; Hill Farm Estates (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-matched retirement plan

Educational support

Student loan forgiveness opportunity $

Job summary

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services Inc is seeking a Behavior Consultant for the Collaborative Achievement Team (CAT) to provide 1:1 ABA support to students in Grand Isle and Franklin counties. Responsibilities include assessments, intervention planning, data analysis, and coordinating with school staff and families.

The role offers supervision and training opportunities in ABA, with BCBA/BCABA credentialing preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in human services or a related field; BCBA/BCABA certification preferred.
• Experience writing Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Experience working with children in ABA services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments including FBAs and develop BIPs.
• Summarize data and interpret results for school staff and families.
• Lead monthly meetings with school staff and families; provide ongoing staff support.

Skills

ABA experience with children

FBA (Functional Behavioral Assessments

BIP (Behavior Intervention Plans)

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in human services

BCBA/BCABA certification preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Saint Albans, VT 05478

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00

The Collaborative Achievement Team (CAT) of Northwestern Counseling & Support Services is seeking a Behavior Consultant to join their team! This is an excellent opportunity for advanced training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and continuing education through training and supervision.

The CAT team provides 1:1 support for students in Grand Isle and Franklin counties for students with social, emotional, and behavioral skill deficits. The CAT team focuses on skill building in these areas to support students in accessing their education in their public school. The Behavior Consultant role includes responsibilities such as assessments (including functional behavior assessments), creating behavioral intervention plans for identified students, data summarization and interpretation, facilitating monthly meetings with school staff and/or families, and ongoing staff support.

BCBA certification is preferred but we will support you in completing supervision requirements if you are in the process of obtaining your credentials. Candidates must have a master’s degree in human services or a related field and/or be actively enrolled in an ABA Master's program. Experience working with children implementing ABA services is a must, preferably experience with children with Emotional/Behavioral Disturbances.

This position requires actively making recommendations and adjusting programming along with training, guiding, and supporting behavior interventionists (BI's) through individual supervision, observation, and team meetings. The ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners (school staff, outside providers, families, etc.) is critical. Behavior consultants have access to numerous BCBAs within the agency, including dedicated time for weekly individual and group supervision.

At NCSS, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes perks such as medical and dental coverage, an employer-matched retirement plan, and educational support. Additionally, for those who qualify, this position provides an opportunity for $5,000 in student loan forgiveness upon the successful completion of your 6-month introductory period.We invite you to become a valued member of our team at NCSS, a 2025 Best Places to Work in Vermont!

EOE

Hiring rate is based on experience, education, and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with NCSS policy and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree; or equivalent combination of related education, training and experience. BCBA or BCABA’s, and experience with writing Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans are preferred.Will consider candidates working toward their Master’s Degree.