Role OverviewBehavioral Interventionists work one-on-one with children facing mental and behavioral health challenges, often with histories of trauma, abuse, or neglect. They use trauma-informed approaches to support daily living skills, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships through engaging activities.
What You Will Do
Behavioral Interventionists work with children on neurodevelopmental activities that help build healthier patterns for emotional regulation and independence. They follow individualized behavioral plans, receive ongoing training, and support children in developing positive skills and managing emotions more effectively.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role is a great fit for someone interested in psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, human services, child development, special education, family support, youth services, autism services, behavioral technician, or youth mentor.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree, preferred.
- Experience working with elevated behavioral needs, preferred.
- Must be willing and able to perform safety holds on clients at immediate risk for harming themselves or others, following paid training.
- Must be able to navigate stairs, climb, twist, bend, and lift up to 100 pounds.
- Must have smart phone (Android/iPhone) and laptop/computer willing to use for work purposes.
- Willing to commute up to 30 miles to a client’s home.
- Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Maintain First Aid/CPR and CPI Certifications
Benefits
- Hourly range $21.65-$24/hour, commensurate with degree(s) and experience
- Paid Time Off/Vacation accrual with max accumulation of 60hrs per year
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid initial & on-going training
- Mileage reimbursement
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