What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Consultant position at New Wave Wellness?
**********NEW WAVE IS HIRING ACROSS THE STATE OF INDIANA**********
New Wave Wellness is a behavior support services provider, also known as behavior management. Rooted in building trust and lasting relationships, behavior management is a scientific method that is based on the idea that problem behavior is learned over time and maintained by consequences in the environment. Effective behavioral management often requires teaching a new skill or appropriate behavior to replace inappropriate behavior. Assessments and Behavior Support Plans are completed to target problem behaviors and provide our team with methods to support the individual in reducing pain associated with poor choice making and increase personal happiness by teaching more appropriate alternative behaviors. Consistency and repetition are key components to sustainable behavioral change.
The central work of New Wave Wellness is based in behavior support services, allowing us to focus on the various components needed to see change. Under the guidelines of the Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services (BBDS) we provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities that enable them to live as independently as possible in their communities. We assist individuals in receiving community support and in-home (non-residential) services using a person-centered plan to determine which services are needed and who can best provide them. BDDS also monitors the quality of care and the facilities of those who are approved to provide these services in Indiana. BDDS provides an array of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Minimal Requirements:
Education:
1. Minimum requirement of a master's degree in psychology or psychology related field.
2. Ability to provide official transcripts and diploma
HR File:
1. Must be able to complete background checks without any issues or concerns reported
2. Must possess an active driver's license, vehicle registration and insurance
3. Must be able to obtain personal liability insurance
Clientele:
1. Ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities
2. Ability to work with veterans and military population
3. Ability to work in groups with colleagues as needed.
4. Ability to take on an intern, as needed.
5. Must be able/willing to transport clients in your vehicle
Job Duties:
1. Ability to work on your own as well as take direction from others
2.Must complete Functional Behavior Assessment/s and Behavior Support Plan with in 45 days of initial client contact
3. Ability to think outside of the box to best advocate for your client's needs and independence
4. Must complete paperwork in a timely manner.
5. Ability to attend a once-a-month virtual contractor/company meeting.
6. Complete training for staff and family members on client
7. Attend client meetings as scheduled
8. Must be able to effectively communicate with your client, their team members, and New Wave Wellness colleagues/supervisors.
9. Must be able to obtain valid CPR/1st Aid Training and obtain a negative TB test.
***********HIRING FOR THE ENTIRE STATE OF INDIANA**********
Salary : $50 - $60