Part-time Child Behavioral Interventionist (KCK) (Entry Level) ($21.65-24/hour)

Fosteradopt; Kansas City (KS); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Vacation accrual and PTO

Descripción de la vacante

FosterAdopt Connect is seeking Behavioral Interventionists to work with children facing behavioral health challenges. You will support emotional regulation, use trauma-informed approaches, and participate in ongoing training and supervision.

Role involves after-school, evening, and weekend hours, with opportunities to impact home, school, and community outcomes. Mobility and readiness to work in varied settings are essential.

Formación

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with elevated behavioral needs is preferred.
• Must be willing to perform safety holds after training.
• Must have smartphone and laptop for work.
• Willing to commute up to 30 miles to client homes.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Maintain First Aid/CPR and CPI certifications.

Responsabilidades

• Work one-on-one with children on activities for emotional regulation.
• Follow individualized behavioral plans with training and supervision.
• Create engaging activities aligned with each child’s interests and goals.
• Support healthy relationships and communication skills.
• Assist with daily living skills and community integration.

Conocimientos

Age 21+

Safety holds willingness

Mobility and lifting

Tech readiness

Driving and transport

Certifications: CPR/First Aid and CPI

Educación

High school diploma required; bachelor’s preferred

Descripción del empleo

About FosterAdopt Connect

At Foster Adopt Connect (FAC), we're part of something much bigger than ourselves. Every day, our teams work with children, teens, and families who are facing challenges in the child welfare system. For over 25 years, we've been creating unique solutions in Kansas and Missouri, helping children have brighter futures and building stronger communities.

About The Behavioral Interventionist Program

Behavioral Interventionists work one-on-one with children facing mental and behavioral health challenges, often with histories of trauma, abuse, or neglect. These children and teens may experience behavioral or relationship difficulties that impact placement stability. Using trauma-informed approaches, staff support daily living skills, emotional regulation, healthy relationships through engaging activities.

What You'll Be Doing

Behavioral Interventionists (BIs) work with children on neurodevelopmental activities that help build healthier patterns for emotional regulation and independence. Through role-modeling, coaching, and redirection, staff support children in developing positive skills and managing emotions more effectively.

BIs follow individualized behavioral plans while receiving ongoing training, supervision, and professional development. Staff create engaging activities based on each child's interests and goals and typically work with clients 3–5 times per week during afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Our staff help children build the skills they need to develop healthy relationships, improve communication, and succeed at home, school, and in their communities. Our staff support and adhere to the family’s routine and structures while modeling and offering supportive behavioral strategies.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Compensation & 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

*This role is a great fit for someone interestedin:psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, human services, child development, special education, family support, youth services, autism services, behavioral technician, youth mentor.

FosterAdoptConnect does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its programs or services. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and members.