Trauma-Informed Behavioral Interventionist for Youth

FosterAdopt Connect; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid initial training

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

FosterAdopt Connect in Kansas is seeking Behavioral Interventionists to work with children and teens facing mental health challenges. You will support emotional regulation, independence, and positive relationships through trauma-informed activities and individualized plans.

You will be trained and supervised, with sessions typically 3–5 times per week in afternoons, evenings, and weekends, while aligning with family routines and community goals.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with elevated behavioral needs preferred.
• Must be willing to perform safety holds on clients at immediate risk for harming themselves or others, following paid training.
• Must be able to navigate stairs, lift up to 100 pounds, and have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children on neurodevelopmental activities to improve emotional regulation and independence.
• Provide coaching, redirection, and role-modeling to develop positive skills and manage emotions.
• Follow individualized behavioral plans with ongoing training, supervision, and development.
• Engage children in activities based on interests and goals; support them 3–5 times per week during afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
• Support families by modeling behavioral strategies within routines and structures.

Skills

Safety holds

Trauma-informed

First Aid/CPR

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

FosterAdopt Connect in Kansas is seeking Behavioral Interventionists to work with children and teens facing mental health challenges. You will support emotional regulation, independence, and positive relationships through trauma-informed activities and individualized plans.

You will be trained and supervised, with sessions typically 3–5 times per week in afternoons, evenings, and weekends, while aligning with family routines and community goals.