Trauma-Informed Behavioral Interventionist (Kids) - Flexible Hours

Fosteradopt; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Paid initial & ongoing training

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

FosterAdopt Connect seeks a Behavioral Interventionist to work with children facing behavioral health challenges, supporting emotional regulation and independent living skills. Staff provide individualized plans, ongoing training, and supervision, delivering engaging activities in the Topeka/Wamego area.

The role requires a 21+ age, high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), and ability to lift up to 100 pounds. Travel up to 30 miles and reliable transportation are needed.

Qualifications

• Candidates 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, following paid training.
• Must be able to navigate stairs, climb, twist, bend, and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Must have smartphone 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

Responsibilities

• Work with children on neurodevelopmental activities to build healthier emotional regulation and independence.
• Follow individualized behavioral plans with ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.
• Create engaging activities based on each child’s interests and goals; typically work 3–5 times per week during afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
• Help children develop healthy relationships, improve communication, and succeed at home, school, and in the community.
• Support and adhere to the family’s routines and structures while modeling supportive behavioral strategies.

Skills

Safety holds capability

Mobility & lifting

Reliable transportation

CPR/First Aid & CPI Certifications

Technology readiness (smartphone & use

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

FosterAdopt Connect seeks a Behavioral Interventionist to work with children facing behavioral health challenges, supporting emotional regulation and independent living skills. Staff provide individualized plans, ongoing training, and supervision, delivering engaging activities in the Topeka/Wamego area.

The role requires a 21+ age, high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), and ability to lift up to 100 pounds. Travel up to 30 miles and reliable transportation are needed.