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Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc.

NOTICE OF OPEN POSITION

DIVISION:     Children, Youth and Family Services

PROGRAM: School Based Services (SBS)

POSITION:  Behavior Consultant

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO:  Senior Behavior Consultant, Board Certified Behavior Analyst with administrative supervision from the SBS Program Coordinator / Director.

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

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  Under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst, BCBA or Senior Clinical:

+ 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.  Staff is responsible to carry adequate insurance coverage.

+ Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education / Experience:

Experience working with children and youth who present serious emotional and behavioral challenges and/or is required. Experience working in school settings is desirable.

Enrollment in a graduate level program leading to completion of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s coursework requirements for BCBA eligibility is required.

OR

Training in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis and experience working with children and youth who present serious emotional and behavioral challenges is required. Experience working in school settings is desirable.  A master’s degree with significant course work and/or significant experience working in an ABA based program is required.  A minimum of three years field experience is preferred.

Other Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver’s license, excellent driving record and access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle are required.

Compensation:

This position offers an hourly rate of $24.77/hr - $28.78/hr  and includes comprehensive benefits, including paid time off; employer-sponsored health, dental, life, and disability insurances, and a 403(b) retirement plan with a generous employer match. WCMHS also offers educational benefits, including tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment.

To apply:

We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers (https://www.wcmhs.org/careers)  page. Applications (resume and cover letter) may also be emailed to [email protected] or mailed via USPS mail to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or 802-229-1399. For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.” Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes us stronger, we are committed to inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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