Compass, Inc. is a progressive, non-profit organization located in Beltsville, MD that supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are seeking a highly skilled, self-starter to fill the position of Behavioral Support Clinician/Consultant. This position is contracted or employed by Compass to provide development, consultation and staff training for individualized behavioral support assessments and plans for individuals who, without such supports, are experiencing or likely to experience difficulty at home or in the community as the result of behavioral, social or emotional issues. Behavioral assessments are based on principles of person-centered thinking, trauma-informed care and functional behavior assessment and consultation services consist of initial implementation of behavior support plans. This position will work an as-needed schedule based on referrals and is anticipated to be up to 20 hours a week to start and can grow from there as referrals are accepted and the caseload expands and could become 30-40 hours a week depending on caseload. Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate to determine caseload capacity
• Review potential cases, ask questions, and determine if it is someone, we can support
• Sign referrals for new plans and annual revisions
• Complete an initial assessment or consultation within a month of the referral
• Complete the Behavior Assessment within a month of the consultation
• Complete the Behavior Plan within 3 months of the consultation
• Provide data sheet for tracking targeted behaviors
• Complete initial staff training
• Provide additional guidance as needed
• Oversee implementation
• Review behavior data for progress
• Respond to behavioral incidents
• Update/revise Behavior Plans annually and more often as needed.
• Update the Behavior Plan as needed
• Retrain staff at least annually
• Meet with persons served in their target setting at least 2 times a year
• Provide recommendations for persons served

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field. Must be licensed as a BCBA, LCPC, or LCSW-C. A minimum of three years working with persons with behavioral issues and developmental disabilities Knowledge and demonstration of skills in applied behavioral analysis, positive behavior interventions and supports, and evidence-based practices. 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

Compensation and Benefits: Competitive pay. Part time benefits include vision and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan with employer match, paid time off. Additional benefits if position becomes full time include health insurance, short term disability, life insurance, additional PTO accruals, paid holidays.

Work Conditions: This position is hybrid of remote and in person. If successful candidate is not local, the candidate must be willing to travel to the area every 4-6 weeks as needed to provide in person meetings and training.

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