Behavior Consultant

Washington County Mental Health Services • Barre, VT

22d • $25 - $29

About The Position

Under supervision, provide consultation to program clients in the application of treatment methods based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Requirements

• Experience working with children and youth who present serious emotional and behavioral challenges and/or is required.
• Enrollment in a graduate level program leading to completion of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s coursework requirements for BCBA eligibility is required.
• Training in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis and experience working with children and youth who present serious emotional and behavioral challenges is required.
• A master’s degree with significant course work and/or significant experience working in an ABA based program is required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, excellent driving record and access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle are required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in school settings is desirable.
• A minimum of three years field experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and direct behavioral assessments for referred children and youth
• Develop Individualized behavior plans
• Monitor, evaluate and revise behavior plans
• Manage or co-manage the behavior planning component of up to 10 assigned cases
• Train and supervise staff in the implementation and evaluation of behavior plans
• Provide ongoing consultation to/with WCMHS case managers
• Provide ongoing consultation to families as directed
• Participate on educational/clinical teams in school, community and mental health settings.
• Provide for staff training as part of the training team.
• Provide client transportation in your own or an agency vehicle to and from community activities, mental health appointments and school.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• paid time off
• employer-sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurances
• 403(b) retirement plan with a generous employer match
• educational benefits, including tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees