Wichita, KS- Behavioral Interventionist (Part-Time)

Fosteradopt; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 29,825 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off/Vacation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Fosteradopt is seeking a Behavioral Interventionist in Wichita, Kansas. The position involves working one-on-one with children facing mental and behavioral health challenges, utilizing trauma-informed approaches.

Responsibilities include supporting emotional regulation, following behavioral plans, and creating engaging activities. Candidates should have experience with behavioral needs, a high school diploma, and the ability to commute. This role offers an hourly wage between $21.65 and $24, along with paid training and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience working with children with behavioral challenges preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children on neurodevelopmental activities.
• Support daily living skills and emotional regulation.
• Follow individualized behavioral plans.

Skills

Experience with elevated behavioral needs

First Aid/CPR Certification

CPI Certification

Ability to perform safety holds

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Smartphone (Android/iPhone)

Laptop/computer

Job description

About Foster Adopt 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 smartphone (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 & ongoing training.
• Mileage reimbursement.

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

Foster Adopt Connect 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.