Behavioral Intervention Specialist

Baltimore City; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore City seeks a GVRS Service Specialist, Grant Service Specialist III (NCS) to provide targeted support and evidence-based interventions for youth and adults facing behavioral, emotional, academic, or social challenges. You will assess needs, plan services, and collaborate with families, schools, and community partners.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, progress monitoring, and person-centered service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, criminal justice, education, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with at-risk populations and crisis intervention.
• Ability to work flexible hours and drive as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized intervention plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support.
• Collaborate with families, educators, and community providers.
• Maintain timely case notes and participate in case reviews.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Cultural competence

Bilingual abilities

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, criminal justice, education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Baltimore City seeks a GVRS Service Specialist, Grant Service Specialist III (NCS) to provide targeted support and evidence-based interventions for youth and adults facing behavioral, emotional, academic, or social challenges. You will assess needs, plan services, and collaborate with families, schools, and community partners.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, progress monitoring, and person-centered service delivery.