Behavioral Interventionist Full-Time - Wichita

DCCCA Day Reporting Ctr; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DCCCA Day Reporting Ctr in Wichita, KS seeks a Full-Time Behavioral Interventionist to provide one-on-one services to youth enrolled in our behavioral program, following agency policies and COA standards.

You will coordinate with caregivers, supervise clients, and implement trauma-informed activities while documenting progress and attending team meetings. This role requires evenings/weekends and a valid driver's license, with background checks required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Requires high school diploma; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with youth with elevated behavioral needs.
• Must be able to navigate stairs, lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Model ethical and professional behavior at all times.
• Collaborate with families and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Pass pre-employment background checks, fingerprinting and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one services to clients enrolled in the Behavioral Interventionist program.
• Maintain open communication with caregivers to ensure service efficacy.
• Supervise client directly at all times.
• Assist clients with daily tasks and living skills.
• Provide direction, coaching and intervention strategies.
• Engage clients with trauma-informed brain-stimulating activities.
• Follow Individualized Behavioral Objective Plan to achieve goals.
• Document shift activities within 24 hours.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings.
• Coordinate with client’s professional team and attend hearings as requested.
• Attend monthly supervision sessions.
• Evening and weekend availability.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Full-Time

Position Overview

• Provides one-on-one services to clients enrolled in the Behavioral Interventionist program, following requirements and policies of agency, contracts, state regulations and COA standards at all times
• Maintains strong, open communication with caregivers of clients to ensure service efficacy and approval of agenda and activities during shifts. Adheres to family routines and structure as established
• Provides direct supervision to client at all times
• Assists clients through completion of daily responsibilities, activities, and living skills
• Provides direction, coaching, and approved intervention strategies
• Actively and regularly engages with client by using approved trauma-informed brain stimulating activities
• Adheres to the goals established in the Individualized Behavioral Objective Plan to help youth work toward and achieve treatment goals
• Models positive behavior and effective problem-solving techniques
• Completes all shift documentation within twenty-four (24) hours of a shift worked
• Maintains strong, open communication with direct supervisor regarding services delivered, concerns, or questions
• Participates as an active team member by attending and participating in all scheduled staff meetings (bi-monthly) and professional development trainings
• Meets with client's professional team and attends court hearings as requested by supervisor
• Participates in monthly supportive supervision with direct supervisor
• Requires evening and weekend availability

Requirements Include

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Requires high school diploma; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience working with youth with elevated behavioral needs
• Must be able to navigate stairs, climb, twist, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Model ethical and professional behavior at all times
• Solid commitment to the principles of support and advocacy for biological, foster and adoptive families
• Must possess the ability to collaborate and advocate for positive outcomes, using excellent interpersonal skills in multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic professional teams
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability; able to shift styles to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people, and organizations
• Requires flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Must pass pre-employment background checks, fingerprinting and drug screening