Behavior Consultant

Job Location: St Johnsbury, VT 05819

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.34 Hourly

Job Shift: Day If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work in your community, join the passionate, community-minded team at Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont! Behavior Consultant Join our team as a Behavior Consultant! Drive positive change by conducting functional assessments and crafting personalized support plans. Train and guide staff, track success, and champion independence. Make an impact where it truly matters!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts functional assessments that meet state regulations and are built upon the concepts of positive behavior supports. Develops behavior support plans and interaction guidelines that utilize ethical, proactive, person centered approaches and meets State standards. Develops methods of tracking effectiveness of behavior support plans. Provides the necessary training (New Employee Training, individual plans, etc) to enable employees to effectively use behavior support plans and interaction guidelines. Regularly reviews and analyzes data and make changes to plans as necessary. Conducts person centered planning meetings and interviews as needed. Promotes self-advocacy and independence by encouraging each individual to identify his/her needs and preferences; and when necessary, provides advocacy on behalf of each individual to ensure appropriate treatment, training and protection of rights.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Behavior Consultant provides clinical supervision to the Behavior Interventionists and the treatment team.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Human Services or related field preferred. Three years of experience working with children with behavioral challenges and developmental disabilities. Knowledge of system of care, Applied Behavioral Analysis and trauma informed treatment a must. Administrative and supervisory experience is also required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSURES OR REGISTRATIONS BCBA or VT LBA preferred or working toward BCBA. Possession of a valid driver's license and good driving record.

SALARY & BENEFITS: Competitive Salary $24.00 - $29.34 per hour, depending on education and experience Health and dental insurance. 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match. Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays. Outstanding employee wellness program Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, life insurance, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits.