Step 2.4 Develop a behavior intervention plan (BIP)
A behavior intervention plan (BIP) should match the function of the interfering behavior.
The BIP should also be clearly written so that all members of the team are knowledgeable about their roles and responsibilities. Consider ways that the BIP can address the interfering behaviors in other settings, if appropriate.
The BIP should include strategies for
(1) preventing the occurrence of interfering behaviors,
(2) teaching or increasing the replacement behavior, and
(3) increasing learning opportunities and social engagement.
Interventions that focus on skill development will be more successful than those that focus entirely on behavior management because they provide a means for toddlers with ASD to express themselves in more appropriate ways.
Example objectives for a BIP:
John will clean up his toys by putting them back in the toy bins three or more times per week during activity transition times.
John will clean up his toys without kicking or screaming three or more times per week during activity transition time.
If John needs help completing his task, he asks for help by signing, requesting, or using a visual cue card three or more times per week during activity transition time.
As John becomes more successful at completing his tasks, the amount of times he is expected to complete this task in a week can be increased.