School Based Behavioral Interventionist

Washington County Mental Health Services Inc; Vermont; On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) is seeking a School Based Behavioral Interventionist to support students with behavioral and emotional challenges in school, community, and a summer program. You will implement individualized plans and provide direct supervision and therapeutic support under supervision of clinical teams.

Join an interdisciplinary team, maintain clear communication with families and school staff, participate in trauma-informed care, crisis prevention, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred post-secondary education in human services, education, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Ongoing training in behavioral intervention, trauma-informed care, and related practices is provided and expected.
• Demonstrated experience providing direct supports or therapeutic services to children with challenging behaviors is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavioral support plans in collaboration with school staff and clinical teams.
• Provide direct supervision and therapeutic support to students with challenging behaviors in school, community, and summer program settings.
• Support students in developing social, emotional, and coping skills that increase engagement and success in learning environments.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with parents, educators, and internal WCMHS staff.
• Participate as an active member of interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, trauma-informed care.
• Assist with crisis prevention and intervention, including safe restraint techniques when required.
• Transport students as needed to support programming and services.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relation-building

Trauma-informed care

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in human services or related field preferred

Job description

School Based Behavioral InterventionistAs a Behavioral Interventionist on our School-Based Services Teams, you play a vital role in helping students overcome behavioral and emotional challenges so they can fully engage in learning and thrive both in school and beyond. Working alongside educators and mental health professionals, you provide hands-on, individualized support that promotes emotional regulation, builds positive relationships, and creates safe, inclusive learning environments. Your work directly supports students during the academic year and extends into a dynamic, community-based summer program—ensuring continuity of care and meaningful impact year-round. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position.Summary of DutiesImplement individualized behavioral support plans in collaboration with school staff and clinical teams.Provide direct supervision and therapeutic support to students with challenging behaviors in school, community, and summer program settings.Support students in developing social, emotional, and coping skills that increase engagement and success in learning environments.Maintain clear, timely communication with parents, educators, and internal WCMHS staff.Document services and observations accurately in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.Participate as an active member of interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, trauma-informed care.Assist with crisis prevention and intervention, including the safe implementation of restraint techniques when required.Transport students as needed to support programming and services.Compensation and BenefitsWCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and an industry-leading paid time off package. All WCMHS positions have a generous time-off package that includes 12.5 paid and flexible holidays plus 12 paid sick days per year, starting in the first year. School-based positions do have additional paid time off based on a variety of factors and oriented around school calendars.The starting pay range for this position is 23.83 to 24.80 per hour.Summary of QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredRelevant post-secondary education in human services, education, psychology, social work, or a related field is preferredOngoing training in behavioral intervention, trauma-informed care, and related practices is provided and expectedDemonstrated experience providing direct supports or therapeutic services to children with challenging behaviorsBasic understanding of trauma-informed care practices and child developmentStrong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to build positive working relationships with students, families, school personnel, and multidisciplinary teamsCommitment to WCMHS’s mission, vision, and values, including inclusion, self-determination, recovery, and compassionate, collaborative careValid driver’s license, strong driving record, and access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicleAbout the AgencyFor more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment to individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”#DSP