Job Title: Behavior Consultant
Location: Greater Indianapolis
Company: The Hope Source - HeartSOS Waiver Program
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
About Us:
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
- Competitive
salary based on experience
- Paid
training and free clinical supervision toward licensure or certification
- Comprehensive
health benefits package (if applicable)
- Opportunities
for professional development and career advancement
- Supportive
work environment with a focus on work-life balance
- The
chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients
through innovative therapy practices