Behavioral Interventionist - Garden City

DCCCA Day Reporting Ctr; Garden City (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A community support center in Garden City, Kansas, is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Interventionist. This role involves providing one-on-one support to clients with behavioral needs. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a commitment to ethical behavior, with at least one year of relevant experience. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required, as is a valid driver's license. The ideal candidate will work closely with families and teams to ensure effective interventions and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Requires one year of experience working with youth with elevated behavioral needs.
• Must pass pre-employment background checks, fingerprinting, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one services to clients in the Behavioral Interventionist program.
• Maintain communication with caregivers to ensure service efficacy.
• Assist clients through daily responsibilities and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with youth

Flexibility and adaptability

Problem-solving techniques

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Part-Time (includes weekends and evenings)

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