Job Location Saint Albans, VTPosition Type Full Time
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services is seeking School Based Behavior Consultants to provide consultation on school wide and individualized behavior plans for students. Opportunities in either elementary, middle, or high schools are now available! This is a 208-day contracted position which primarily follows the school schedule – this means generous paid time off!
Responsibilities include:
Candidates will be able to implement functional behavior assessments and take these findings to create behavioral intervention plans for teachers, paraeducators and/or BI staff. Experience working with children needing ABA services a must, preferably experience with children with Emotional Disturbances.
Knowledge of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) model and be able to work with an interdisciplinary team to make recommendations for system wide and individual needs. Typical schedule is Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm, allowing some flexibility with earlier start or later end times to accommodate school, home, and staff meetings before or after school.
At NCSS, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes perks such as medical and dental coverage, an employer-matched retirement plan, and educational support. Additionally, for those who qualify, this position provides an opportunity for $5,000 in student loan forgiveness upon the successful completion of your 6-month introductory period. We invite you to become a valued member of our team at NCSS, a 2025 Best Places to Work in Vermont!
Master’s Degree; or equivalent combination of related education, training and experience. BCBA or BCABA’s, and experience with writing Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans are preferred. Will consider candidates working toward their Master's Degree.
Our Mission:
To ensure that the residents of Franklin and Grand Isle Counties have access to high quality services, which promote healthy living and emotional well-being.
Our Vision:
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS) welcome all citizens to join us in cultivating a partnership with Franklin and Grand Isle Counties and with the surrounding communities. We affirm our commitment to offer consumer directed services that are easily accessible and delivered in a comfortable setting.
To truly serve, we must work side by side with community members and other care providers offering an array of services that are available and open to all.
We embrace the role of a health care leader in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties and commit ourselves to positive outcomes to promote growth and learning. Northwestern Counseling & Support Services acknowledge that people are our community's most important asset as we challenge ourselves to build the faith and trust of those we serve.
Our Values:
•Safety
•Responsiveness
•Compassion
•Integrity
