Associate Behavior Consultant – Master’s Level | Growth Opportunity- Indianapolis, IN area in Merrillville, Indiana at Accessabilities Inc

Build your behavioral health career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Are you a master's-level professional with experience in human services, behavioral health, social work, psychology, special education, or a related field? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and expand your skills in behavior assessment, support planning, and consultation?

AccessAbilities is seeking an Associate Behavior Consultant to join our growing Indianapolis-area team to manage an established caseload.

Whether you already have experience providing behavioral or disability services or are ready to develop more specialized clinical expertise, this role offers the opportunity to build on your existing skills while receiving training and mentorship from experienced Behavior Consultants.

You'll work directly with individuals, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams while developing the competencies needed to advance into an Intermediate Behavior Consultant role.

If you're looking for meaningful work, professional growth, greater responsibility, and an opportunity to build a long-term career in behavioral services, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do Provide Meaningful Behavioral Support

• Work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to promote independence, inclusion, self-determination, and quality of life.
• Conduct behavioral observations and assist with assessment and data collection.
• Apply behavior support strategies in homes, workplaces, and community settings.
• Collaborate with individuals, families, caregivers, Direct Support Professionals, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Assist with caregiver and staff training and consultation under clinical supervision.
• Provide direct support when appropriate to better understand individual needs, environments, and behavioral challenges.

Expand Your Clinical Expertise

Depending on your existing experience and demonstrated competencies, you will receive individualized training and opportunities to:

• Develop and strengthen skills in behavior assessment, consultation, and treatment planning.
• Administer and utilize behavioral assessment tools, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and other evidence-based practices.
• Develop and implement Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) .
• Strengthen your understanding of behavior consultation services, Medicaid requirements, documentation standards, and agency protocols.
• Shadow and collaborate with experienced Behavior Consultants.
• Gradually assume responsibility for a partial caseload as competencies are demonstrated.

Candidates who bring relevant behavioral or human-services experience can build upon their existing skills and progress as competencies are demonstrated.

Develop as a Behavioral Health Professional

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, Human Rights Committee meetings, and professional development.
• Strengthen consultation, communication, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making skills.
• Receive mentorship and feedback from experienced professionals.
• Build the competencies needed for advancement within our Behavior Management team.

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in:
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Counseling Psychology
  • School Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Special Education
  • Another applicable health-service area of psychology or counseling
• At least one year of experience in human services, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, mental health, social services, or a related setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
• Commitment to person-centered, ethical, high-quality services.

Experience That Will Help You Stand Out

We especially encourage candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas to apply:

• Intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)
• Behavioral health or behavior support services
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
• Functional Behavior Assessments or behavior support planning
• Case management or care coordination
• Direct support or community-based services
• Medicaid Waiver services
• Training or coaching caregivers and direct support staff
• Electronic clinical documentation

You do not need to have experience in every area listed above. We are looking for someone who brings a strong foundation, is eager to continue developing professionally, and is committed to providing excellent services.

A Clear Path for Career Growth

This isn't intended to be a position where you remain an Associate indefinitely.

The Associate Behavior Consultant role is a developmental pathway designed to prepare qualified professionals to advance to an Intermediate Behavior Consultant position as required competencies are achieved.

Your previous experience matters. Training and development will be tailored to your existing knowledge and skills while ensuring you develop the competencies necessary to succeed in behavior consultation services.

Why Join AccessAbilities?

• Meaningful Work: Help individuals develop skills, overcome barriers, increase independence, and participate more fully in their communities.
• Career Advancement: Build toward the next level of your behavioral health career through a defined developmental pathway.
• Training & Mentorship: Learn alongside experienced Behavior Consultants who can support your professional development.
• Build on Your Experience: Candidates with relevant experience have the opportunity to apply their existing skills while expanding their clinical expertise.
• Professional Development: Continue growing through training, case consultation, and hands-on experience.
• Variety: Work with different individuals and support teams across homes, workplaces, and community settings.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside professionals committed to quality, person-centered services and positive outcomes.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Additional benefits based on employment status

Work Environment & Schedule

This is a community-based position serving individuals throughout the Indianapolis, Indiana area . Services may take place in:

• Individuals' homes
• Community settings
• Employment settings
• Other locations based on individual needs

Travel between service locations throughout the Indianapolis area is required.

The position may also involve:

• Evening and occasional weekend availability based on individual and service needs
• Navigating stairs, ramps, homes, workplaces, and community environments
• Lifting, moving, or assisting with up to 50 pounds
• Working safely and professionally in situations involving behavioral challenges

Ready for Your Next Step?

If you have a master's degree and experience helping othersand you're ready to develop specialized behavioral consultation skills while making a meaningful impactwe want to hear from you.

Bring the experience you already have. We'll help you build what's next.

Apply today to join the AccessAbilities Behavior Support Services team.

AccessAbilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.