Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Behavioral Consultant

Location: Westminster, MD

This is a fully in-office position; no telecommuting option.

Salary: $90,000/yr

The Arc Carroll County is looking for a Behavioral Consultant who would be responsible for the development, oversight, and delivery of Behavioral Support Services in compliance with Maryland Developmental Disabilities (DDA) and Medicaid Waiver requirements. This role ensures that all behavioral services are person-centered, data-driven, trauma-informed, and aligned with MANDT and regulatory standards. The Behavioral Consultant will conduct behavioral assessments, develop and monitor behavior support plans, provide staff training, and oversee program quality and compliance.

Essential Functions

• Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBA), including ABC data analysis. Use evidence-based tools to determine the causes, patterns, and triggers of challenging behaviors, often in collaboration with multidisciplinary team.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized evidence-based behavior support plans.
• Utilize a Trauma Informed Care approach and empowerment.
• Utilize MANDT’s terminology and/or any other program identified and utilized by the state of Maryland.
• Ensure interventions prioritize least restrictive alternatives and positive behavioral support strategies.
• Monitor progress and revise plans based on data and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and regulatory requirements (e.g., DDA, OHCQ, Medicaid).
• Maintain timely documentation of behavior plans, progress notes, data tracking, and staff training and supervision.
• Provide training to employees, coordinators, and caregivers on behavior support strategies, data collection, and plan implementation. This includes in-person instruction and modeling on implementation of the behavior support plan. This can include observation, feedback, and teaching best practices for positive behavior support.
• Develop systems for data collection, analysis, outcome tracking, and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze trends and make programmatic recommendations.
• Provide ongoing consultation and support.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, families, caregivers, and coordinators of community services (CCS).
• Identify person-centered outcomes and align behavioral strategies accordingly.
• Support integration of communication strategies and adaptive skills development.
• Follow DDA and state regulations regarding human rights, BSP restrictions, and positive supports.
• All other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS include:

• Full-time Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, Short-term disability, life insurance as well as an array of voluntary benefit options (Voluntary Life, AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Universal Life Insurance).
• 403(b) Retirement plan available to all employees immediately upon hire.
• Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation).
• Employee Assistance and Wellness programs.
• Credit Union Membership.
• DSP certification program available with potential for bonuses of $1000-$1,500 within your first year and each year you maintain your certification!