Behavior Consultant

Job Title: Behavior Consultant

Location: Greater Indianapolis

Company: The Hope Source - HeartSOS Waiver Program

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Since
2007, The Hope Source has been providing cutting edge,
trauma-responsive therapies for ASD. With the launch of its
outpatient clinic, HeartSOS, The Hope Source is committed to
providing innovative, person-centered services that empower
individuals to achieve their therapeutic goals. Our HeartSOS
Waiver Program integrates natural environment behavior
guidance, relationship strengthening, and trauma-responsive
techniques to support social, emotional, and cognitive
development. We emphasize a dynamic methodology that
prioritizes trust-building, co-regulation, and intrinsic
motivation, rather than traditional compliance-centered training.

Position Overview:

We
are seeking a dedicated and innovative Behavior Consultant to
join our team at HeartSOS. In this role, you will work
closely with clients to implement evidence-based strategies
that enhance socially significant behaviors and address
challenges impacting their quality of life. You will be part
of a supportive and collaborative team that provides
comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of each
client. This position offers paid training and free supervision
for those with clinical aspirations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Natural Environment Behavior Guidance:  Implement behavior guidance strategies in
  natural settings to promote meaningful and sustainable progress.
  
• Relationship Strengthening:  Foster
  strong, trusting relationships with clients through
  co-regulation and guided participation.
  
• Regulation & Emotional Control:  Apply trauma-responsive techniques to help
  clients develop self-regulation and emotional control.
  
• Evidence-Based Strategies:  Utilize core
  ABA principles to enhance socially significant behaviors and
  address those that impede quality of life.
  
• Neurodevelopmental Focus:  Support
  social, emotional, and cognitive development by targeting
  specific DSM-5 criteria.
  
• Person-Centered Progress:  Collaborate
  with clients to identify areas of greatest impact and
  prioritize their self-advocacy and personal goals.
  
• Comprehensive Support:  Provide holistic
  support systems to address co-occurring conditions, such as
  PTSD and ASD, ensuring inclusive care.
  

Requirements

• Master’s
  degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work,
  Special Education, or a related field is required
  
• BCBA,
  LCSW, LMHC or equivalent certification preferred (or working towards)
  
• Experience
  working with individuals with disabilities or special needs
  
• Strong
  understanding of evidence-based ABA strategies and
  neurodevelopmental approaches
  
• Excellent
  communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  
• Ability
  to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  
• Commitment
  to upholding high ethical and professional standards
  
• Passion
  for supporting clients through dynamic and person-centered approaches
  

Benefits