SKILLS is pleased to announce the addition of individual Behavior Consultation to our service offerings for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Interested in learning more or scheduling? Contact Rachel Fuller 207-877-1069 or [email protected].

Behavior Consultation

What is Behavior Consultation? 
Behavior Consultation is a data-driven individualized assessment and intervention service targeted at addressing challenging behavior(s) that a person is exhibiting. The goal of Behavior Consultation, like all of SKILLS' services, is to foster greater independence and more success in day-to-day living. Built on the premise that behavior is communication, individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities may struggle to communicate verbally and/or struggle understanding how to relate to others. We may see discomfort, anxiety, fear, stress exhibited as coping mechanisms in the form of elopement, self-injurious behavior, physical aggression, or in other ways that may be socially inappropriate or dangerous for that individual. This can at times seriously inhibit an individual from living life to their fullest potential. 

A licensed professional will help that individual, their family and/or care team to better understand the function of the identified behavior(s) and create a plan of support moving forward. Through education, training, and ongoing monitoring all in accordance with state regulations, staff helps the individual reduce problematic behaviors and  improve their quality of life. 

All services are trauma-informed, always positive, and provided by a clinician who's worked in the field for 20 years. 

What are the steps involved?
Behavior Consultation includes the following steps in conjunction with the provider, the individual, any care team that it's appropriate to involve, and the family if applicable. 
1. Assessment
2. Positive Behavior Support Plan
3. Direct Observation
4. Monitoring (could be remote or onsite)
5. Plan Presentation and Training
6. Ongoing Remote Monitoring & Continued Observation

Who is eligible to participate in Behavior Consultation? 
This service is open to any adult with a Waiver 20 or Waiver 21 living in the state of Maine. Services are covered by Maine Care. Staff is based out of our central Maine offices but can travel to provide Behavior Consultation services. 

Where does Behavior Consultation take place? 
This service is provided to adults in any setting - those living in a supported group home setting, shared living, day programs, or those living independently or with family. 

What kind of training does the provider have? 
SKILLS Residential Manager Rachel Fuller currently provides all of our Behavior Consultation programming in accordance with behavior regulations provided by the state of Maine. Rachel is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has been working in the field directly with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the last 20 years. 

How do we get started? 
Interested individuals, families, staff, and case managers can contact Rachel Fuller to inquire and schedule. 

Rachel Fuller
461 Hartland Road, St. Albans, ME 04971
Cell: (207) 877-1069
Fax: (207) 938-3069
Email: [email protected]