Behavioral Intervention Specialist

anewhope; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

CPR/First Aid and RBT training

Health, dental, and life insurance for eligible full-time employees

Job summary

A New Hope is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Intervention Specialist to provide crucial support to children and young adults (ages 3–21) with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will implement tailored behavior intervention strategies in various settings, working on communication and daily living skills. A strong commitment to participant safety and dignity is essential.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a human services field, over 1,040 hours of relevant experience, and flexible skills to adapt to dynamic environments. A New Hope offers competitive pay at $25.00 per hour and various employee benefits, including health and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1,040+ hours of experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
• Willingness to complete RBT training (training available through A New Hope).

Responsibilities

• Follow and implement behavior intervention and skill-building plans.
• Support participants with communication, behavior, and daily living skills.
• Keep accurate session notes and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Behavioral regulation

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Tools

Basic technology for documentation

Job description

About the Role

A New Hope provides home and community-based services to individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on skill development, independence, and quality of life. A New Hope is hiring Behavioral Intervention Specialists to work with children and young adults (ages 3–21) with developmental disabilities in home and community settings.

You will provide 1:1 support and structured interventions to help participants build:

• Communication skills
• Social skills
• Behavioral regulation
• Independent living skills

Sessions may take place in homes, community locations, or other natural environments based on participant needs.

Why Employees Choose A New Hope

At A New Hope, we believe support matters — not just for the individuals we serve, but for our employees too. BI staff have regular access to leadership for guidance, problem-solving, and support in the field. We work closely as a team and want employees to feel encouraged, valued, and supported throughout their careers. If there is something we can do to help our employees grow, succeed, or feel more supported, we are committed to helping however we can.

What You’ll Do

• Follow and implement behavior intervention and skill-building plans
• Work directly with participants ages 3–21 in home and community settings
• Support participants with communication, behavior, and daily living skills
• Keep accurate session notes and documentation using basic technology
• Communicate professionally with families, supervisors, and team members
• Always prioritize participant safety, engagement, and dignity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Education, Social Work, or similar)
• 1,040+ hours of experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
• Basic technology and documentation skills
• Ability to adapt to different environments and situations
• Willingness to complete RBT training (training available through A New Hope)
• Ability to pass a criminal background check per Idaho state requirements

Pay & Benefits

• $25.00 per hour
• Mileage reimbursement between sessions
• CPR/First Aid and RBT training available through A New Hope
• Health, dental, and life insurance available for eligible full-time employees

Apply Today

If you have a human services degree, experience with children or individuals with developmental disabilities, and a passion for community-based behavioral support, we encourage you to apply for the Behavioral Intervention Specialist role with A New Hope, LLC.

A New Hope provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. All employment at A New Hope is considered at-will. This means employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by A New Hope or the employee, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.