Licensed Behavioral Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

This position plays a critical role focusing on the development, training, and successful implementation of our behavioral programs. All behavioral support services offered by Iridescent BSS are person centered, trauma-informed, collaborative, and based on a combination of applied behavior analysis and clinical perspectives.

Flexible schedule, great pay, and team oriented.

Responsibilities :

· Collaborate with the individual’s team members, including other experts working with the individual to best meet the individual’s behavior needs.

· Provide Behavioral Support Services (BSS) for individuals served within Iridescent BSS (provider for Developmental Disabilities Administration).

· Train families and staff on strategies as well as data collection procedures utilizing a client data management system.

· Review data and provide valuable information to best support continued behavioral progress.

 

BSS services provided by this position include:

Behavioral Assessment

· Complete a functional behavioral assessment and adaptive skills assessment to determine appropriate functional alternatives to challenging behaviors

· Each assessment should include a thorough review of behavioral data and records, and interview with relevant team members, and observations conducted in appropriate environmental setting(s).

· Submit a completed assessment document within ten business days of completing the interview and observations.

 

Behavioral Plan

· Use information collected during the behavioral assessment to develop a quality behavioral plan that includes proactive strategies, skill building strategies, reinforcement strategies, and response strategies.

Behavioral Consultation

· Provide training to all staff and family members that will be implementing the behavioral plan.

· Complete additional observations and assessments needed throughout the year.

· Review and interpret data on a regular basis.

· Train and provide guidance to RBTs assigned to shared cases.

 

Qualifications : 

Required:

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

· BCBA REQUIRED.

· Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities and behavioral challenges.
This position is based in Maryland.

 

The ideal candidate will also have the following attributes:

· Ability to work with diverse populations.

· Effective problem-solving abilities

· Efficient time management skills

· Excellent written and oral communication

· Willingness to travel throughout Maryland (will be assigned a general territory that may need to expand at times based on the needs of the individuals we serve)